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CASE STUDY #1

LEVI STRAUSS & CO. Project Management Distribution Center, NV

To meet increased consumer demand, Levi Strauss commissioned a significant capital improvement project designed to more than double throughput at their distribution center in Henderson, NV. When the initial vendor was unable to cite specific causes or bring functional solutions to the assignment, Levi Strauss engaged Cushman & Wakefield’s Project Management Team, in conjunction with our strategic partner, St. Onge Company. Our assignment was to assess the site and determine what could be done to raise performance to the required levels.

THE SOLUTION Henderson is a complex site. The 1,000,000-square- foot facility houses thousands of feet of conveying equipment; sorting equipment; rack storage and pick operations; and packing and shipping. Over a four- month engagement, the Cushman & Wakefield/St. Onge team examined floor plans and flow diagrams, reviewed equipment cut sheets, examined software design from patches and custom code, and evaluated processes and people. As a result, we developed a comprehensive understanding of Henderson’s operations which enabled us to advise on: + + Recruiting strategies (i.e., temp-to-perm, advertising, use of staffing agencies for placements);

+ + Applicant volumes, quality, pre-employment testing standards;

+ + Wage structures and benefits practices (i.e., starting wage, progression and premiums/bonus programs, time off with and without pay, vacation, cost of medical, dental, vision, and attendance policies);

+ + Union solicitation or, if already organized, historical frequency of grievances; and

+ + Satisfaction with overall operating environment.

RESULTS Changes to the building infrastructure (power, lighting, floor repairs) were completed in 2017. Equipment upgrades and software development are being rolled out from 2017-2019. Upon completion, Levi Strauss will migrate capacity from Hebron, Kentucky to the Henderson site. At that time, a similar upgrade process will take place in Kentucky. In all, the projects are expected to fully support Levi Strauss’ omni-channel needs well into the future.

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