O’Reilly Auto Parts, a major automotive parts retailer with approximately 960 retail stores, has established themselves as a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket replacement parts, accessories and chemical products for the "do-it-yourself" customer.
 
As the company continues its rapid growth, the effects were felt first hand in their distribution network.   O’Reilly Auto Parts has partnered with Fortna for the design, procurement and implementation of operations and systems for eight distribution centers—two new facilities and six expanded and/or upgraded operations.
 
Results have included:
·         Increased picking productivity
·         Simplified stocking process
·         Reduced unproductive travel time
·         Increased system throughput
·         Improved material flow and sortation capabilities
·         Reduced labor requirements in all processing areas
·         Optimized cubic capacity of the Mobile facility
·         Majority of inventory stored in one location – minimized replenishment
·         Capability to process future growth