Spanx and Nexus VAN

More Efficient EDI, Half the Cost

SPANX - Revolutionizing Shapewear

SPANX — a brand created by women, for women — began in 1998 with scissors, nylons, and a lightbulb moment. Founder Sara Blakely, preparing for a party, found herself without an undergarment to create a smooth look under white pants. In a moment of inspiration, she grabbed a pair of scissors and cut the feet off her control-top pantyhose, sparking the idea that would lead to the creation of SPANX. Since then, SPANX has made a significant impact on the fashion industry by providing innovative solutions for women looking to smooth, shape, and enhance their attire. The brand has become synonymous with high-quality products and has grown globally offering a variety of apparel and undergarments that empower women to feel confident and comfortable in more than 50 countries. It started with innovative undergarments and has since expanded into a complete fashion line, including the popular SPANX pull-on denim. With a wide range of products available in major retailers and online platforms, SPANX required a robust and reliable EDI VAN solution to manage its complex supply chain. However, their previous VAN provider was charging exorbitant fees that cut into their bottom line, prompting the need for a more cost-effective alternative.

"The entire process was seamless, and the migration was a huge success. We experienced no issues during the transition - most notably there were no data interruptions throughout the migration process."

Melvin Hackett
EDI Manager, SPANX
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The Challenge
By June 2017, SPANX was facing increasing frustration with their existing VAN provider, who was charging hidden fees, high per-message rates, extra costs for adding new trading partners, and hefty fees to access their archived data. As their product offerings expanded and the demand for seamless data exchange grew, these fees quickly became unmanageable. SPANX needed a solution that would not only streamline their EDI operations but also deliver predictable and transparent pricing.
The Nexus VAN Solution
In June 2017, SPANX switched to Nexus VAN in search of a more affordable and efficient EDI service. Nexus VAN offered:

Significant Cost Savings: Since switching, SPANX has seen a 50% reduction in their VAN bill, allowing them to reinvest savings into other areas of their business.

Transparent Pricing: Nexus VAN's tiered pricing model gave SPANX full visibility into their monthly costs, with no hidden fees or surprise charges for adding trading partners.

Seamless Integration: Nexus VAN integrated with SPANX's existing supply chain systems, facilitating smooth EDI transactions with their numerous trading partners.

Scalability: As the company’s business continued to grow, Nexus VAN provided the flexibility needed to onboard new partners quickly and efficiently.

Significant Cost Savings: Since switching, SPANX has seen a 50% reduction in their VAN bill, allowing them to reinvest savings into other areas of their business.

Significant Cost Savings: Since switching, SPANX has seen a 50% reduction in their VAN bill, allowing them to reinvest savings into other areas of their business.

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Premiere Results
By partnering with Nexus VAN, SPANX has optimized their EDI processes, cut unnecessary costs, and ensured that they have a reliable, scalable solution in place for future growth. With the peace of mind that Nexus VAN delivers, SPANX can focus on their core mission of empowering women through innovative, high-quality products.
50%
Cost savings per year
99.99%
Uninterrupted uptime

50% Cost Reduction: Nexus VAN’s transparent pricing model slashed SPANX’s VAN costs in half, saving them thousands annually.

Improved Operational Efficiency: The seamless integration between Nexus VAN and SPANX’s systems allowed them to automate and streamline manual EDI tasks.

Stronger Trading Partner Relationships: With faster and more reliable data exchange, SPANX strengthened its relationships with key distributors and retailers.

Reliable Service: Nexus VAN’s uptime of 99.998% ensured SPANX could consistently exchange vital EDI data without disruptions.

Transparent and Predictable Billing: Nexus VAN’s clear, tiered pricing model eliminated the unexpected fees that plagued their previous VAN provider.

JOIN OUR JOURNEY

By choosing Nexus VAN, you’re not just opting for an EDI provider — you’re partnering with a team that’s dedicated to your success. Let us help you navigate the complexities of EDI with ease and confidence.
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