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This Week in Logistics News (February 27 – March 3, 2017)

Talking Logistics

With corrected vision, here is the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Longshoreman Union Leader Stalls Planned Work Shutdown (WSJ – sub. Giant Warehouses Built at Rapid Pace in Fourth Quarter While Tenant Interest Declined (WSJ – sub. The more comparisons, the richer the model.

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Selling Online? What It Means for Your Logistics Network Design

Logistics Bureau

If enterprises are to provide such advantages, their logistics must be organised to match. Ideally, in a clicks and mortar business, logistics activities would be the same between fulfilment of online and physical sales. By comparison, ‘variation breeds inventory’ and other expenses. Return logistics. Make No Assumptions.

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Guide to warehouse robots: types of warehouse robots, uses, navigation & more

6 River Systems

More warehouses are adopting robotics technology than ever before. The warehouse robotics market was valued at $2.28 There are several types of warehouse robots offering varying functionality, allowing warehouses to select robotics solutions that aid with various processes. market leading the way.

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4 Tips for Mitigating Risk in the Supply Chain

RFgen

In 1996 the athletic shoe and attire manufacturer, tried unsuccessfully (twice) to integrate a warehouse management system into its operations, according to Supply Chain Digest. Some team members should deal with transportation logistics while others solely focus on the supply chain management system. Take for example Adidas.

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4 Tips for Mitigating Risk in the Supply Chain

RFgen

In 1996 the athletic shoe and attire manufacturer, tried unsuccessfully (twice) to integrate a warehouse management system into its operations, according to Supply Chain Digest. Some team members should deal with transportation logistics while others solely focus on the supply chain management system. Take for example Adidas.

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The Internet of Things and the Retail Industry

C3 Solutions

Here, it is anticipated that the consumer will be the main beneficiary; as they will have access to more data, faster, enabling more comprehensive comparison shopping. Inventory control inside the retail DC is not typically done with roving robots, although Walmart did try drone-based stock taking in the warehouse a few years ago.

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How to Prep Your Store for Peak Shipping Season + What to Expect

ShipBob

As customers expect more from their online shopping experience – free returns, free and fast shipping, and even share-worthy unboxing moments – those who keep up logistically will bring in more customers and keep them coming back. . Looking to move from managing your own warehouse or do a hybrid approach . Cyber Monday: November 29 .