Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 27, 2023

Huge growth in sales led to the need to optimize inventory, fulfillment and warehouse operations at Ecentria, say Michael Wohlwend, managing principal of Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, and Andrew Mironov, head of operations at Ecentria.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 7, 2018

Historically, we talked about warehouses as being manual or highly automated. Manual warehouses are more flexible. Highly automated warehouses have much higher throughput, but their lack of flexibility adds risk.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 14, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a first installment in a four-part technology market education series where we address the evolving use of Cloud based control layer technology platforms applied to warehousing and customer fulfillment processes. This initial posting provides readers with an overview and primer for this type of technology.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Arka’s API uses AI to auto-replenish packaging inventory for warehouses and 3PLs. Arka works with both shippers and warehousing companies. For warehousing companies: Arka automates the packaging ordering process by connecting Arka’s API to the warehouse management system (WMS).

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 13, 2018

Because about half of this company’s 2017 revenues are related to warehousing services, several of their digital projects have been related to improving efficiency in their warehouses. This case study describes their approach to testing out mobile logistics robots.

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Unleashed

APRIL 4, 2023

We also break down several case studies of companies currently using machine learning in their supply chain processes. Machine learning can improve the supply chain in numerous ways, from tracking and predicting warehousing needs to delivery optimisation, and customer demand forecasting. What is machine learning?

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RFgen

OCTOBER 14, 2020

In this article, we’ll explore top case studies illustrating how companies added mobile barcoding technology to get more out of their JD Edwards ERP investment. It relies on 32 warehouses situated strategically around the country, each with extensive inventory volume, to accomplish this.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 9, 2024

A case study about the application of drones employing artificial intelligence to the warehouse operations of Romark Logistics.

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Demand Driven Technologies

JANUARY 11, 2022

But when the inventory piles up in your warehouse because you don’t have the other materials you need to manufacture your products? It’s hard to pass up a good deal from one of your preferred suppliers. That good deal starts to seem less attractive. Frustrated by inventory inefficiencies, supply chain leaders at Ukrainian pet food.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Rapid growth, coupled with new market segments and channels (including ecommerce), prompted Carhartt to embark on a multi-million dollar upgrade of its distribution center, which included investments in warehouse management and transportation management solutions.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. For example Stock Age by Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) can be cross-referenced with warehouse location to see which ingredients are sitting on the shelf and need to be moved (perhaps with a local promotion or price change).

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2023

Karl Siebrecht and Joe Lynch discuss flexible warehousing, which is exactly what Karl and the Flexe team provides to their customers. Key Takeaways: Flexible Warehousing Karl Siebrecht is the Co-Founder and CEO of Flexe, a company that solves the hardest omnichannel logistics problems for the world’s largest retailers and brands.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

But one thing you notice as you go to omnichannel software vendor’s web sites and examine customer case studies, the case studies may talk about retailers growing their revenues by 100% or more, but none talk about how much profitability grew. These new order fulfillment paths allowed retailers to rapidly grow sales.

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RFgen

OCTOBER 14, 2020

In this article, we’ll explore top case studies illustrating how companies added mobile barcoding technology to get more out of their JD Edwards ERP investment. It relies on 32 warehouses situated strategically around the country, each with extensive inventory volume, to accomplish this.

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AB&R

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Find Your Warehouse Maturity Phase Every day, we hear, read, and talk about warehouse automation. Our partner Zebra Technologies designed a five-phase warehouse maturity model to help businesses identify where they fall in the automation race and how to reach the next phase. Download the Warehouse Maturity Model Checklist.

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Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Cook reduced number of warehouses, from 19 to 9 and slashed inventory level from 2 months to 1 month. So he reduced number of key suppliers, from 100 down to 24. Cook also asked them to consider the price discount and relocate closer to Apple''s factory. By September of 1998, inventory level was down to 6 days.

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Hybrent

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

And, because Village Podiatry locations are scattered around the region and it does not have a warehouse that supplies can be delivered to, it is important for the accounts payable department to know immediately when a product is delivered. The old system didn’t provide this option. Ross is satisfied with the changeover to Hybrent.

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Supply Chain Opz

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Likewise, maintenance personnel will be equipped with a mobile RFID reader to read and log maintenance work done on a stillage and maintain historical data.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Inadequate planning and execution resulted in excess and obsolete inventory and poor utilization of warehouse space. The post A Case Study in Reverse Logistics Optimization! Difficulties forecasting demand in a high-volume repair environment caused inventory costs to skyrocket. The Solution. Learn more at [link].

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MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 29, 2013

Caterpillar is the subject of one of three case studies that show how supply chain management can support both environmental and financial goals. Here are three case studies that offer clear, irrefutable evidence that sustainability and profitability can be compatible in the supply chain domain.

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6 River Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Warehouse picking refers to the process where individual items are picked from a fulfillment facility to satisfy customers’ orders. It’s an essential aspect of order fulfillment and is considered one of the most expensive and labor-intensive activities for warehouses.

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AB&R

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Find Your Warehouse Maturity Phase. Every day, we hear, read, and talk about warehouse automation. Our partner Zebra Technologies designed a five-phase warehouse maturity model to help businesses identify where they fall in the automation race and how to reach the next phase. Download the Warehouse Maturity Model Checklist.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2023

Order picking is a critical process in warehouse management that involves selecting items from inventory and assembling them into customer orders. The accuracy and speed of this process have a significant impact on warehouse efficiency, customer satisfaction, and ultimately, business profitability. My Warehouse is a Mess!

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Fulfillment Free trade zones, or FTZs, are controlled places in a country that offer warehouse and distribution services for goods from foreign markets, excluding them from paying taxes on those goods. These include: People and staffing requirements include skilled workers and managers that will do the daily warehouse operations.

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TMC

MAY 8, 2019

Create a load plan for the warehouse and daily share files. To solve the issue of missed pickups, warehouse dock clutter, and rolled bookings, we shifted more volume toward an incumbent carrier that had a drop yard near our warehouse. Send rebooking advice to our Freight Forwarder. Wednesday, May 15 in Grand Sonoran E.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 9, 2020

They also must be working together in harmony to achieve maximum benefit from their capabilities: MOM Specifics: Visibility, synchronization and control over ALL operations: production, quality, warehousing, maintenance and field operations. Each solution has inherent value but are less effective when implemented in isolation.

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FLEXE

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Get the PDF of Lull’s case study >> Challenges to Order Fulfillment. The FLEXE Supply team sourced additional warehouse providers in the FLEXE network—all of which were already running on the FLEXE software platform. Blog and video: 2018 D3: Future-Proof Your Warehouse Strategy. 30% reduction in FedEx costs.

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3PL Insights

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The portal was integrated with Evans’ warehouse management system (WMS). Evans associates designed a unique pick and pack process in the warehouse using barcodes to trace inventory in the WMS. Download the case study here. This integration allows for faster order processing and inventory visibility.

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Supply Chain Opz

JULY 7, 2014

In order to control its supply chain, they use a central warehouse to Germany to receive and ship products to local distribution centers in different countries. They don''t invest in production facility at all because they utilize a network of nearly 700 suppliers located in Asia and Europe.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

In this article, we’ll showcase Amware's flexible warehousing solutions in helping Public Goods respond to a 500% spike in orders. This is certainly true within the world of logistics, where order volumes – especially those for essential household products – have increased dramatically since March.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 28, 2018

Alan’s team can see the 40’ containers arriving at the port and they can track the freight as it is moved to a warehouse and is consolidated onto 53’ intermodal containers. The post Case Study: How Generac Power Systems Cut Millions from Its Global Transportation Spend appeared first on Transportfolio.

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RFgen

JUNE 2, 2023

A common “slow zone” in the warehouse. Even though new warehouse software may require an initial investment, the efficiencies gained quickly pay off, providing a return on investment, better known as ROI. When it comes to warehouse optimization, relying on smart, innovative software solutions is hard to beat.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

During his time at CDS, Grafton had the opportunity to open and run several final mile warehousing + delivery operations, where he learned from a grassroots level how tough it is to run a big + bulky final mile operation. A nationwide big and bulky brokerage based in Maryland.

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Adexa

JUNE 21, 2023

About Supply & Demand Chain Executive Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more. Go to www.SDCExec.com to learn more.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 3, 2022

Then, we use these criteria to rank the books, - Practicality: we look closely at how each book can provide basic concepts and strategies of the "Integrated Logistics Functions", namely, customer service, purchasing, production planning, warehousing, and transportation in a clear and concise manner. Our Rating: 4.9/5 Our Rating: 4.9/5

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 23, 2023

A case study about how Takt helped CarParts.com achieved visibility into its activities on the warehouse floor, and improve its operations in the process.

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