Digital Shelf Labels in State Grid Corporation of China’s Warehouse

Background  

State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), the world’s largest utility company, operates an extensive supply chain network with stringent requirements for efficiency, accuracy, and digital transformation. As part of its smart warehouse initiative, SGCC sought to replace traditional paper labels with electronic shelf labels (ESL) to enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs.

 Challenges & Pain Points  

SGCC faced several key challenges:

– Manual errors in inventory tracking due to outdated paper-based labeling.

– High labor costs from frequent label updates across vast warehouse facilities.

– Strict supplier standards—SGCC enforces rigorous criteria for suppliers, including ISO certifications, financial stability, proven R&D capabilities, and a track record of large-scale deployments.

– Demand for seamless integration with existing warehouse management systems (WMS) and IoT infrastructure.

 Our Solution

Our industrial-grade ESL solution was selected after a competitive evaluation, meeting SGCC’s exacting standards:

– Real-time synchronization with WMS for instant price and stock updates.

– Durability & scalability—IP67-rated for harsh warehouse environments, supporting thousands of labels per facility.

– Compliance with SGCC’s procurement policies, including ISO 9001/14001 certifications, transparent cost structures, and a proven supply chain.

– Secure cloud-based management, ensuring data integrity and remote monitoring.

 Results

– 99.9% labeling accuracy, eliminating manual errors.

– 30% reduction in labor costs by automating label updates.

– Faster audit cycles with digitally traceable inventory records.

– Long-term partnership with SGCC, validated by our adherence to their supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, innovation, and post-sales support).

By meeting SGCC’s high supplier benchmarks, our ESL solution has become a cornerstone of their smart warehouse strategy, setting a precedent for digital transformation in China’s energy sector.