GenLots
AI-powered supply chain optimization for manufacturing companies
About GenLots
GenLots is a Swiss SaaS platform that uses reinforcement learning to optimize supply planning and purchasing for large manufacturing companies. It integrates with SAP and other ERP systems to deliver optimal order plans in seconds, cutting purchasing costs by up to 10% and reducing inventories by up to 30%.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Proven cost savings of up to 10% on total purchasing costs for large manufacturers
- Official SAP partner with native ERP integration (S/4HANA, ECC, IBP)
- Delivers optimized supply plans in seconds rather than hours
- Founded from ETH Zurich research with strong academic foundation
- Implementation and subscription fees typically recovered within first few months
Cons
- Targets only large enterprises with 50M+ EUR annual purchasing volumes
- No public pricing — enterprise sales process required
- Limited to manufacturing and supply chain use cases
- Small startup team may limit support capacity compared to larger vendors
- Primarily focused on SAP ecosystems — limited ERP coverage outside SAP
Key Features
OrderAI
Core API using reinforcement learning to automatically optimize supply plans, inventory levels, and purchasing decisions
OrderUI
Optional visual interface for planners to review optimization impacts, manage exceptions, and approve orders
PolicyAdvisor
Simulation tool for setting ERP parameters like safety stock levels and reorder points based on AI analysis
SAP Integration
Official SAP partner with native integration for S/4HANA, ECC, and IBP as a complementary solution
Cost Optimization
Reduces total purchasing costs by up to 10%, saving millions annually for large manufacturers
Inventory Reduction
Cuts inventories by up to 30% and inbound deliveries by up to 40% through smarter ordering
Real-Time Planning
Delivers optimal supply plans in seconds by importing real-world data from the ERP
Machine Learning Engine
Proprietary reinforcement learning algorithm that departs from legacy formulas for supply planning
Pricing
- OrderAI API
- OrderUI dashboard
- PolicyAdvisor
- SAP integration
- Implementation support
- Subscription-based pricing
Best For
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Optimize material replenishment strategies while maintaining strict compliance and inventory controls
FMCG Supply Planning
Reduce purchasing costs and inventory levels across high-volume, fast-moving consumer goods operations
Chemical Manufacturing
Balance complex raw material ordering with demand forecasting and safety stock optimization
SAP ERP Optimization
Enhance existing SAP supply planning with AI-driven parameter tuning and automated order optimization
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