Sun Country Airlines Elevates Operations Through AI-Driven Procurement with SkySelect

Recognizing the limitations of manual and time-consuming procurement procedures, Sun Country strategically partnered with SkySelect to embark on a digital transformation. The integration of SkySelect's AI-driven platform has empowered Sun Country's procurement team by automating critical sourcing tasks, freeing up valuable time for strategic initiatives and enhancing overall agility across its diverse operations, including scheduled flights, charter services, and cargo operations for Amazon Air. This enhanced agility has been instrumental in navigating fluctuating demand and unexpected challenges with greater ease and efficiency.

The results of this collaboration underscore the transformative power of AI in optimizing aviation procurement. By leveraging SkySelect, Sun Country Airlines has achieved impressive metrics, including:

• 100% of PNs had real-time market availability: Ensuring comprehensive market visibility for every part request.
• 93.5% of purchases were automated: Demonstrating a highly efficient and effective sourcing process.
• 6.6% reduction in parts costs: Directly impacting the airline's bottom line.
• 95.2% supplier response rate: Highlighting strengthened supplier relationships and efficient communication.

"SkySelect has empowered Sun Country to transcend routine transactional tasks, unlocking remarkable efficiency gains and enabling our procurement team to strategically contribute to the airline's overarching business objectives, including realizing significant cost savings and fostering stronger supplier relationships," stated Tulika (Tia) Dayal, Chief Experience Officer & Co-founder at SkySelect.

The successful implementation of SkySelect's platform has not only delivered tangible cost savings but has also significantly improved supplier management for Sun Country. The impressive 95.2% supplier response rate underscores the strengthened relationships and the potential for future cost performance and efficiency gains.

About Sun Country Airlines

Sun Country Airlines is a new breed of hybrid low-cost air carrier that dynamically deploys its aircraft in passenger service and also operates cargo flights for Amazon Air and charters for military and other ad hoc groups. Based at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport with headquarters on airport property, Sun Country operates to about 140 destinations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Sun Country's mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and hassle-free travel experiences at an exceptional value.