Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

VF Corporation is Building a Highly Automated DC on the West Coast. There will be one view of inventory across the entire distributed network.”. The old product development process involved shipping prototypes back and forth. VF has built a highly automated distribution center (DC) in Barden, England.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 278

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 278

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

The long and unpredictable peak shipping season continues to challenge supply chains. A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Higher freight volumes.

Shipping 232

Shipping Cost Reduction Strategies Industry Industrial 232

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 8, 2015

If you are a manufacturing company or distributor, you most likely are using a warehouse or distribution center to make sure you are able to store inventory, replinish store fronts, and easily send goods to customers or receive goods for manufacture or distribution. This is a sign of poor warehouse operations management.

DC 120

DC Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 120

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2023

Naturally, warehouse operations are an essential enabler of these capabilities. The company’s warehouse network consists of four main distribution centers (DCs) and 22 forward DCs that ship furniture to customers. For example, inventory was not slotted to minimize touches or facility travel distances.

Supply Chain Planning Software 263

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 263

Ware2Go

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Use this guide to understand warehousing services, prioritize service level agreements, and choose the right warehouse partner for your business. Table of Contents: What is Warehousing? What Is Warehousing? Types of Warehousing Services. By this definition, a warehouse would only provide inventory storage.

Warehousing 105

Warehousing Negotiating Skills Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Network Software 105

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2015

However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely shipping and customer service, presents a unique challenge at best through several festive celebrations all year long. Benchmark DC Systems to Handle the Volume. Make your Inventory OmniChannel. Get out From Behind the Desk.

DC 120

DC Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 120

GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Today we will talk about the flow of strategy as pertains to inventory flow and driving warehouse efficiency. Staying Strategic in the Warehouse with Better Inventory Flow. Companies must also consider the potential impact of returns and warehouse capacity. Our first post focused on distressed shipments.

Inventory Reduction 120

Inventory Reduction Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 120

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

Network Design Software 75

Network Design Software Network Design Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 75

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

In the study, new products represent 17% of total cases shipped. In addition, the use of statistics to replace rules-based consumption (often termed “demand sensing”) reduced demand error of the forecast at the warehouse level by 33% as shown in figure 1. I do not see the same results from the multitier inventory projects.

Supply and Demand 253

Supply and Demand Forecasting Forecasting Software Modeling Software 253

EnVista

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Managing inventory in your warehouse or distribution center is one of many challenges you face along the supply chain, and a primary challenge in distribution centers (DC) is limited space. That’s not just in the storage area; it holds true for receiving, shipping and all other process areas.

Warehousing 111

Warehousing DC How To Distribution 111

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 11, 2025

Supply Chain Matters provides the first of a two-part market education series addressing what we term as broadening the context from warehouse control layer or accelerator to that of supply chain execution orchestration.

Supply Chain Execution 95

Supply Chain Execution Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 95

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The issue wasn’t poor planning – they had the inventory. Multiple calls only muddied the waters, but a few things became clear: inventory was in the warehouse, but my order for it was stuck. Customer service couldn’t call the DC, only email them, and her emails weren’t getting responses.

Supply Chain Planning Software 311

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 311

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

lu explained that fruit and vegetable is harder to plan because spoilage and write-offs lead to lower inventory accuracy in these categories. By noon the same day, the store orders then flow to one of 48 regional warehouses for replenishment. Big suppliers can deliver to an A101 warehouse every day. Mr. Cerito?lu

Supply Chain Planning Software 264

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Retail 264

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Fulfillment is Quickly Evolving Businesses that have already started this journey are quickly finding that micro-fulfillment centers share some similarities with their regional distribution center (DC) counterparts, but goals and dynamics of the operation are quite different. The goal is high throughput at the lowest possible cost.

Warehousing 102

Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 102

GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2018

Today, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of individual warehouse management systems ( WMSs ) available, but how do you reap the real-world features within this innovative type of supply chain management systems? Shacklett of TechTarget , consider the size, set up and number of warehouses in your supply chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 153

Supply Chain Design Software Demand Planning Software Optimization Software Warehousing 153

Demand Solutions

DECEMBER 30, 2014

I’m not sure I’ve ever talked to a Demand Solutions customer who wasn’t at least tracking their inventory levels, overstocks, stockouts, and so forth. And let’s say that we have seven line items in stock and can ship them complete. To fill the 8th line item complete we had to ship the product from a DC across the country.

Forecasting 190

Forecasting Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Scenario Planning 190

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2022

Amazon announces new changes to inventory limits. It includes free shipping of online purchases, free grocery deliveries to the home for orders of at least $35, prescription discounts and other benefits. Existing inventory that fits the qualification for the extra-large storage type will automatically be reclassified as extra-large.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 245

Logistics Network Optimization Software New York City Logistics Inventory Reduction 245

Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

But does this really hold true for industrial real estate and in particular distribution centres (DCs) and warehouses? If we look objectively at a company’s needs for DCs, we should start with the premise that we don’t need any. The inventory holding cost (cost of capital) increases as more inventory is required.

Warehousing 96

Warehousing Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 96

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

From a simple place to stock goods, warehouses have developed in many ways—function and form included. Affected by changes in production, procurement and distribution methods, warehousing has continually been pushed and pulled in different directions. Where to Do Your Warehousing. Who Will Do Your Warehousing?

Warehousing 77

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 77

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.

Supply Chain Planning Software 94

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Optimization Software 94

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 26, 2023

In terms of finding a 4PL solution provider, Mars wanted a company that could engage in truck loading and route optimization, and schedule shipments into and out of their warehouses. For the largest retailers, short shipping results in fines and penalties. “I’ll The change management was difficult.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 214

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning 214

Enterra Insights

MAY 2, 2019

Thanks to the popularity of e-commerce, warehouses are some of the hottest properties in real estate. Phillips ( @EricaEPhillips ) reports some retailers were so desperate to find warehouse space this past holiday season they created pop-up warehouses in vacant suburban lots and parking garages.[1] The right kind of warehouse.

Warehousing 113

Warehousing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings 113

C3 Solutions

JULY 22, 2020

Let's take a look at the absolutely fundamental importance of the software systems that underpin DC operations: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Warehouse Control Systems (WCS). Warehouse Execution Systems (WES). Warehouse Management Systems. Warehouse Control Systems. Warehouse Control Systems.

Supply Chain Design Software 131

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Retail 131

GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2021

The manufacturing firm would then have to organize shipping of the defective product, testing the product, dismantling, repairing, recycling, or disposing of the product. Meanwhile, an additional 18% charge for the shipping and processing costs of returns. The Rise of Reverse Logistics in the E-Commerce Freight Shipping World.

Reverse Logistics 223

Reverse Logistics Material Savings Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics 223

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

MARCH 31, 2022

With warehouse management systems in the supply chain, businesses go from struggling with consumer demands and hidden bottlenecks to flourishing in sales and expanding with new business strategies. What is a warehouse management system? Advantages of warehousing in supply chain management. Inventory Visibility.

Cost Reduction Strategies 98

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Material Savings Waste Reduction 98

6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Warehouse automation stats show that automation is making a big impact on warehouses and distribution centers. As technology awareness grows, more warehouses and DCs turn to automation to adapt to the changing landscape. The number of private warehouses is growing. Warehouses are increasing in size, as well.

Warehousing 91

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software 91

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Moreover, products can be shipped to stores in-time then lost sales is minimal. The answer is that they use the multi-echelon inventory model to solve the problem. Since UK is relatively small when compared with the United States, centralized control of distribution operations and warehouse makes it easier to manage.

Case Study 239

Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Study 239

RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

Warehousing 59

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 59

RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

Warehousing 59

Warehousing Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 59

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

In the sector, the bullwhip impact is high, the inflationary pressures of crude oil prices immense, the variability from energy outages painful, and inventories relatively low. If ERP system input includes lead time, why is there such bloat and a problem with inventory restatements? Focus on right-sizing inventories.

Supply Chain Design Software 261

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Pricing Training 261

C3 Solutions

JUNE 19, 2020

Those DCs operate with 33 percent less inventory than conventional retailers and work towards a standard of orders being picked and packed within two hours of the customer clicking the 'buy now' button. [3]. With low unemployment, workers will jump ship for an extra dollar or two an hour, or for benefits. [5]

Supply Chain Software 137

Supply Chain Software Distribution Retail Supply Chain Design Software 137

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Having an agent detect how long it takes to ship from a supplier site to a manufacturing facility, and then doing a running calculation on how the average lead time is changing, is trivial math. A better forecast leads to carrying less inventory while maintaining or even improving service levels. But that was pre-COVID. Final Thoughts.

Optimal Sourcing 355

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning 355

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Integrating a ship-from-store strategy can enhance customer service and serve as an important competitive differentiator. The challenge is determining if and when a ship-from-store strategy makes sense and how to best enable this fulfillment option without impacting store productivity and service.

Inventory Reduction 100

Inventory Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 100

Talking Logistics

MAY 17, 2017

Two dock doors aren’t operating properly and, as a result, the inflow of goods into the DC is slower than usual. A trailer ships every three days and the average shipment distance is 200 miles at a cost of $400 per move, according to data from the U.S. Remove the “hidden costs” of warehousing and transportation.

Negotiating Skills 133

Negotiating Skills Forecasting Software Supply Chain Network Software Demand Planning Software 133

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Further Amazon Prime, though it comes with a fee, offers “free” shipping. The combination of fast delivery, low to no cost shipping, and an endless selection of products all set the competitive benchmark for E-Commerce Fulfillment. And their Shipping Costs continue to far exceed their Shipping Revenue.

DC 48

DC Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Warehousing 48

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This process involves handling returns, which can be due to various reasons, such as damage, defects, seasonal inventory, restock, salvage, recalls, or excess inventory. They may recall inventory from retailers or reprocess it because it has passed its sell-by date or demand is insufficient. Pay for the return not to happen.

Reverse Logistics 74

Reverse Logistics Logistics Network Optimization Software Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 74

RFgen

AUGUST 14, 2019

Introducing advanced warehousing automation into your operation can help your facility increase efficiency, productivity and business agility. Automation in the warehouse continues to expand in popularity and effectiveness. Warehouse Automation is the Future. Warehouse Automation is the Future. WMS vs Advanced WMS.

Optimization Software 81

Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software 81