Archive for August 2018
Cold Chain WMS: Using WMS to Boost Cold Chain Efficiency & Safety
The value of cold storage warehouses affects numerous industries beyond refrigerated and frozen food industries, says Lorie King Rogers of Modern Materials Handling magazine. Industries using cold chains include pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, high-tech electronics, and even cleaning and industrial chemicals. As a result, failure to maintain safety and efficiency could have damaging effects on these entities,…
Read MoreCompliance in Pharmaceutical Supply Chains Through Integration
The passage of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) has re-energized the importance of compliance in pharmaceutical supply chains. These supply chains have unique risks and are essential to the health and well-being of millions of people, and the timeline for full compliance with the DSCSA is rapidly coming to a close, reports the…
Read MoreTravel Time Is Key to Lowering Labor Costs in Your Distribution Center
Travel time in the warehouse represents one of the biggest costs in modern distribution centers. Pickers must put away incoming product, pull product, and move products to packaging and processing zones. Like transportation management for shipped product, effective labor management and lean processes in the warehouse are key to lowering labor costs in your distribution center. Warehouse Managers…
Read MoreE-Commerce Continues to Add Focus on Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategies: Projections for 2018 Demand Continuous Improvement
Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence for good reason. Omnichannel customers have a tendency to spend more than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, explains Digital Commerce 360, making them an ideal way for retailers to stay competitive and reach more customers. As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going…
Read MoreNew WMS Deployment to Target Emerging Markets
Emerging markets exist around the globe, and they’re ripe for investment and expansion of e-commerce, as well as omnichannel sales. As explained by Fortune, Walmart has already expanded its reach into Brazil’s emerging market, but it is in retreat. Let’s take a look at what went wrong and how new WMS deployment could help shape…
Read MoreHow Much Do Inaccurate Picks Really Cost?
Inaccurate picks are a significant problem for Warehouse Managers. Poor picking practices result in increases in returns, customer dissatisfaction, and costs to the company. However, the exact costs remain elusive, especially in supply chains that lack end-to-end visibility. Warehouse Managers may believe these costs are minimal, but let’s look at the true costs. Inaccurate Picks…
Read MoreTips for Maximizing Warehouse Space
The 2018 State of Logistics Report, sponsored by 3PL Central, indicates warehousing models are evolving at a phenomenal rate. Online and mobile innovations are at the heart of increased traceability and visibility, and products must be delivered at break-neck speeds. More importantly, demand for warehouse space is at an all-time high, and warehousing is still…
Read MoreThe Indispensable Role of WMS in Reverse Logistics
Reverse logistics is filled with risk, and the rate of reverse logistics in e-commerce is higher than any other channel, reports Business2Community. Among e-commerce sales, up to 30 percent will be returned to the shipper, which reflects a huge demand for effective returns management and reverse-logistics process standardization. Using a WMS in reverse logistics can…
Read MoreUsing Warehouse Automation to Combat Tariff Spikes
The Trump administration recently levied significant tariffs against primary U.S. trading partners, including the European Union, Canada, and Mexico. Additional tariffs have been enacted against China and Russia as well. Ranging from 10 to 25 percent, reports Ben Ames of DC Velocity, the markets have stood leery of this action. Although a trade war has…
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