RS Group plc, a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions, has expanded its distribution center in Malaysia. Notably, the new warehouse covers 50,000 sq. ft area and will form part of its strategy to ensure future growth and expand services.

Located within Mapletree Logistics hub in Shah Alam, Klang Valley, the company’s new warehouse puts a premium on minimizing maintenance and equipment downtime. This is because the new location is only 22 kilometers away from Klang Sea Port and about 56 kilometers from KLIA International Airport. Thus, allowing for a quick order fulfillment time of only one to two days for local businesses.

Simplifies Transition to Industrial Revolution

In collaboration with Geodis MY, the warehouse features comprehensive wireless coverage and is Industry 4.0 ready. Moreover, it has plans to integrate radio frequency technology and other IoT devices soon. The facility also comes equipped with RS’s SAP and vendor-managed inventory systems. Hence, enabling efficient operations management, allowing for greater spend visibility and reductions in process costs. Geodis’ warehouse management system even complemented this further with efficient inventory storage and retrieval functions.

Sean Er Lim, Country General Manager, RS Malaysia, said, “Malaysia is a strategic market for RS, and the increase in capacity will enable us to offer a wider range of products and services to our customers.”

In addition, Lim said, “This warehouse signifies RS’ continued commitment to Malaysia’s industry4WRD (Industry 4.0) initiative, providing businesses with the necessary industrial and electronic solutions to embrace Industry 4.0. Our diverse array of innovative solutions will simplify the transition for businesses looking to embrace the next industrial revolution.”

RS Group

RS Group plc provides product and service solutions that help its customers design, build, maintain, repair, and operate industrial equipment and operations, safely and sustainably. Particularly, the company stocks more than 750,000 industrial and electronic products, sourced from over 2,500 leading suppliers. At the same time, provide a wide range of product and service solutions to 1.1 million customers.

The company supports customers across the product lifecycle, whether via innovation or technical support during the design phase. For that reason, improving time to market and productivity at the build phase. Also, reducing purchasing costs and optimizing inventory in the maintenance, repair, and operation phase.

“We offer our customers tailored product and service propositions that are essential for the successful operation of their businesses and help them save time and money.”