Archive for May 2017
WMS Selection: What Drives an Investment in a Warehouse Management System? 5 Considerations
The demand for seamlessness in omnichannel supply chains increases more as time progresses. Companies are looking for ways to stay competitive and meet the demands of their customers. In reality, this means keeping costs as low as possible and still offering more products across more devices and shopping options. Thus, the demand for warehouse management…
Read MoreWhat Are the Top Warehouse Management KPIs Every Supply Chain Exec Should Measure
Warehouse managers face many challenges. Customers need to get the products they order. Employees deserve an enjoyable, rewarding work environment. Vendors need to have access to the latest inbound freight routing guides and more. These challenges can be overwhelming, but supply chain executives and managers can simplify the process by tracking these top warehouse management…
Read MoreI Have a WMS…Do I Need a Warehouse Execution System?
As companies have grown in response to the rise of e-commerce, the types of managing systems deployed in warehouses have evolved. The most common systems boil down to one of two types, warehouse management systems (WMS) and warehouse execution system (WES). While both types perform similar functions, the lines between them have blurred, reports DC Velocity.…
Read MoreWhat Is Order Streaming & How Does It Compare to Warehouse Execution System?
With the increasing conversation about warehouse execution system (WES), warehouse management systems and warehouse control systems, it is easy to feel lost when the concept of order streaming is brought into the conversation. However, order detail streaming is comparable to the WES, reports Bridget McCrea of Supply Chain 24/7, but it has distinct differences and advantages.…
Read MoreThe Art and Science of Warehouse Slotting Optimization
Warehouse slotting optimization is about keeping everything in its proper place and available at the right time. However, slotting involves much more than just throwing items into any available space. This leads to confusion and disarray when trying to pick orders. As explained by Inbound Logistics, warehouse slotting optimization requires careful analysis of product flows, including both inbound and…
Read MoreThe Five Key Benefits of EOMS For Your Supply Chain
An enterprise order management system (EOMS) is essential to maximizing efficiency and productivity in modern supply chains. There are many benefits of EOMS to omnichannel supply chains as well, and you need to know how they could be leveraged to improve your organization’s operations. Benefits of EOMS Includes Improved Inventory Oversight Inventory control and management…
Read MoreWhat Is an Enterprise Order Management System?
Take a moment to think about what goes into the development and execution of an omnichannel supply chain. Orders may be placed in the store, online or over the phone. Meanwhile, returns and parts may still flow through each channel. Customers may want to split purchases between channels. However, all channels must communicate clearly to…
Read MoreOmnichannel Vs. Multichannel Supply Chain: What’s the Difference?
In supply chains, omnichannel solutions are often used interchangeably with multichannel solutions. On the surface, both forms of supply chain operations seek to provide multiple sales channels to consumers. However, understanding the elements of omnichannel vs. multichannel supply chain is essential to maximizing profit margins in a tightening economy. What Is Multichannel Supply Chain? Multichannel supply chain…
Read More5 Key Supply Chain Technologies Needed to Go Omnichannel
More companies are actively engaging with consumers in search of the ultimate omnichannel sales experience as the strength of online sales increase, reports Supply Chain Quarterly. Unlike traditional supply chains, omnichannel supply chains rely on the successful integration and application of data, process standardization and high-tech tools to ensure a seamless flow of information and products.…
Read MoreThe Current & Future State of the Omnichannel Supply Chain
Retail sales are in a state of change. While some people have argued for multichannel supply chains, the need to bring all supply chain processes into one seamless entity led to the omnichannel supply chain. Meanwhile, consumers demand greater access to information and more buying options than multichannel supply chains could provide, reports Chris H. Petersen…
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