Case Study

Nakoma

Nakoma Products, a leading manufacturer of household brands like Endust, Preval, and Rit Dyes, has been a trusted name in homes across America for decades. With a diverse portfolio of products that cater to a wide range of consumer needs, Nakoma has consistently delivered quality and innovation. 

How Nakoma Streamlined Fulfillment Across Three Iconic Brands

Nakoma Products, the maker of household staples like Endust, Preval, and Rit Dyes, has been a trusted name in American homes for decades. To streamline e-commerce fulfillment across its divisions and reduce operational complexity, Nakoma turned to Octasyn — and saw significant improvements in order processing, shipping accuracy, and customer satisfaction without compromising service or quality.

The Challenge

As a multi-brand operation, Nakoma faced the complex logistics of e-commerce fulfillment across multiple divisions. Their previous solution lacked the automation and integration features needed to handle increasing order volume. They needed a single platform that could:

  • Simplify shipping processes across three brands
  • Generate accurate carrier-compliant labels
  • Integrate seamlessly with UPS, FedEx, and major trading partners
  • Maintain transparency and control over shipping costs

The Solution

Octasyn delivered a customizable shipping platform tailored to Nakoma’s unique workflows. Instead of relying on third-party services or rigid pre-packaged solutions, Nakoma’s team configured Octasyn around how they actually ship.

Today, Nakoma uses Octasyn to:

  • Automate pick list and packing list generation
  • Create Bills of Lading on demand
  • Print UPS and FedEx labels directly from the floor
  • Send EDI purchase order acknowledgments, advance ship notices, and invoices to retail partners
  • Build and label palletized shipments compliant with industry standards

Octasyn Serves All Nakoma Brands

Rit Dyes

Rit Dye was born just before World War I, when entrepreneur Charles Huffman began experimenting with home fabric dyes — at the moment America had been cut off from its primary German-sourced supply. Huffman named the product after his friend Louis L. Rittenhouse, the company’s first vice president. The trademark — and the slogan “Never Say ‘Dye’… Say Rit!” — became iconic.

More than 100 years later, Rit Dyes remains the trusted choice for refreshing wardrobes, customizing home décor, and reviving sneakers. Octasyn keeps Rit’s orders moving — processing them quickly, printing accurate labels, and transmitting EDI documents promptly so customer satisfaction never slips.

Preval

Established in 1969, Preval lets consumers turn nearly any paint or liquid into a spray. With a presence in 120,000 retail stores worldwide — hardware, automotive, and paint stores across America — Preval continues to expand its distribution channels, with Octasyn working behind the scenes to ensure every product reaches its market efficiently.

Endust

Endust has been a household staple for decades, known for removing dust and allergens while leaving surfaces polished. Developed in the 1950s, the line has grown to include hypo-allergenic and fragrance-free versions, a stainless steel cleaner, and a plant-based formula. For Nakoma, ensuring Endust reaches retailers and consumers without delay is critical to maintaining its market leadership — and Octasyn keeps the line moving on time worldwide.

The Results

By migrating to Octasyn, Nakoma has dramatically improved e-commerce fulfillment efficiency:

  • Faster order processing across all three brands
  • Higher shipping accuracy and fewer errors
  • Seamless EDI compliance with retail partners
  • Continued brand growth without added operational complexity

Octasyn has become indispensable to Nakoma’s logistics — meeting customer expectations, supporting market leadership, and keeping every brand moving without compromise.

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