OTIF: HOW TO AVOID FINES

Using the OTIF scorecard, our experts will help you understand the rules and expectations so you can easily identify root causes and prevent exceptions and potential fines on future purchase orders.

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Learn OTIF in depth as an expert takes you step-by step through all its aspects. You will walk away able to work the OTIF scorecard more advantageously and harvest more meaningful insights from your data. You’ll find out important details about scheduling and TSCP. And you’ll discover other apps which can help you succeed in OTIF.

In addition, you will have the chance to get your questions accurately answered by an OTIF expert.

Who should take this class:
Those working in forecasting and replenishment, those working to correct OTIF errors and reduce penalties, executives, accountants.

You Will Learn

OTIF Overview

  • Walmart’s goals and expectations
  • Details of Arrival Compliance
  • Differences between system-generated and manual orders
  • Penalties and timing of charges
  • Roles and responsibilities for Walmart and for its suppliers
  • Why teamwork is important

OTIF Scorecard

  • How to navigate the Performance page
  • How to view POs by line
  • How to navigate the Charges page

How to schedule a delivery

E-commerce and OTIF

  • Causes for charges on FedEx Small Parcels
  • How to report a late or missed pick-up

Transportation Portal (TSCP)

  • Gaining access
  • Best practices for entering POs
  • How to confirm a PO
  • How to mass confirm a group of POs

Practical help

  • OTIF Checklist
  • Flowchart to fix MABD Issues
  • Flowchart to fix Fill Rate Issues
  • How to develop an OTIF Action Plan
  • How to use the DC Appointment Scheduler
  • Introduction to other apps to help you with OTIF

THIS CLASS RUNS FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 1 P.M. CENTRAL TIME.
THIS IS A LIVE ZOOM MEETING WITH A MAXIMUM OF 10 PARTICIPANTS/INSTRUCTOR.
PRICE: $650

SAVE 10% WHEN YOU PURCHASE 3 CLASSES AT ONE TIME.

Registration closes at 3 P.M. Central Time on the last business day prior to the class.

Meet Your Teacher

Lori Carter has had a remarkable breadth of experience in her 28 year retail career. It began at Walmart and Sam’s Club where she became a Retail Link® analyst and replenishment specialist. As a supplier and working on behalf of suppliers, Lori has managed e-commerce accounts, analyzed data, improved OTIF scores, and resolved transportation issues. Lori also serves as an administrator of the Walmart Supplier Support Group on FaceBook. Here she answers suppliers’ questions, an experience that has given her a deep understanding of the current needs of the Walmart supplier.

Requirements and Notes

  • Each student must register; one participant per registration.
  • NOTE FOR NEW WALMART SUPPLIERS: In order to produce valid reports, your company should be shipping to Walmart prior to taking this class.
  • During this class, no data is shared, confidentiality is maintained throughout, and proprietary materials of Walmart’s are not distributed.
  • Content for this class is revised frequently — whenever changes or updates occur.
  • Suppliers should have access to Luminate™ and should know Excel before registering for this seminar.
  • Prior to class, you will be sent a Supplement with information pertinent to your class.
  • Within three days after your class, you will receive a Certificate of Completion in your email. Many suppliers post this on LinkedIn because it keeps a profile fresh and exciting as well as up-to-date.
  • 8th & Walton classes and seminars are exclusively for Walmart suppliers; only a supplier who works directly with Walmart may register.
  • With its goal of improving content and presentation, 8th & Walton records each class. This is used strictly for its own edification and then only on an as needed basis. The recordings are not shared outside 8th & Walton. 8th & Walton always treats the privacy of its students, any comments students may make during class, and Walmart’s proprietary information with utmost respect. 
  • Students are not allowed to record using a note-taker. 8th & Walton values the privacy of its students and adheres to confidentiality always. We also honor proprietary information from Walmart. Furthermore, class materials are written and copyrighted by 8th & Walton, and recording them is an infringement of copyright laws.
  • 8th & Walton, LLC, Bentonville, AR is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by Walmart or its affiliates. All references to Walmart, as well as its affiliates, trademarks, and brands, are not intended to imply that 8th & Walton LLC is a Walmart vehicle for advertising or any other commercial purposes. Retail Link® and Walmart Luminate™ are registered trademarks of Walmart.

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Reviews

 

1. I liked the atmosphere of the class. It was filled with real-life examples that I understood, which was important to me because this job is my first experience in the Logistics & Operations team. I also appreciated that we went over extensive content. I often find it difficult to navigate Supplier Academy if I don’t know where it is I should be looking, so the thoroughness was very helpful. 2. Lori was an exceptional instructor; she spoke very clearly on the point she made. Personally, I found it more engaging because she was fun. Her exuberance and passion over teaching this class was very much noticed, and there were no wrong questions to ask. I appreciated her willingness to answer my questions, even if she had to rephrase it when I was confused. 3. There were no areas that I found confusing upon leaving the class. I did come in with a few questions, and may have even had questions during the class, but most were answered by Lori. I left the class with a very clear understanding of what I should think of to improve our OTIF score.

- Aysha - 7/27/23 EDI Data & Systems Coordinator

I liked everything about the class. The materials were easy to follow, the instructor was helpful, and the content was on point. Lori's performance was excellent.

- Elise - 7/27/23 Business Development Associate

I found the class very informative and since I am new to the NOVA scene, I learned a ton. Lori answered any questions we had, and the class was the perfect pace for learning everything I needed to know.

- Danielle - 5/18/23 Customer Service Associate

I walked away with some new knowledge and new things to tackle in OTIF and Nova.

- Stephanie - 9/22/22 Student

It was great! The questions I had about OTIF scorecard reporting were answered, and Lori gave helpful tips to be proactive to control OTIF fines.

- Mariah - 4/21/22 Trade Deductions Manager

The OTIF and Forecasting & Replenishment classes were very insightful, and Lori made them engaging and helpful.

- Shelley - 2/10/22 CPFR