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26 warehouse pros reveal the most important factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse

6 River Systems

The world of logistics is increasingly driven by technology , with artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation among the biggest logistics trends today. That said, there are many factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse. In the warehouse, human error is inevitable.

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A supply chain ‘prenup’

Supply Chain Movement

I posed that question while leading a seminar a couple of years ago. A supply chain director from a retail company said that he preferred to hold minimal stock in the outsourced warehouse, while his logistics service provider who was sitting next to him wanted the warehouse to be as full as possible.

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2019 Logistics & Supply Chain Events to Attend in the US

EazyStock

The International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) brings an extensive network of warehouse logistics leaders together with warehousing suppliers in this three-day trade show. If you’re looking to improve your warehouse logistics, this event is the right choice for you! www.scmworld.com.

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Supply Chain Opportunities in China

Supply Chain Movement

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. Hence the companies Bugaboo and Foss have both faced considerable challenges, as they revealed during the recent ‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’ seminar in Amsterdam on 24 June 2015.

China 60
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50 expert tips on improving warehouse efficiency & productivity

6 River Systems

Most warehouses are on an ongoing mission to maximize productivity by optimizing workflows, automating processes and reducing waste (both time and resources). More than 50% of your warehouse labor is in pick and pack, so start there. ” — How to Maximize Warehouse Efficiency , Parcel Pending; Twitter: @ParcelPending 5.

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8 Things to Not Miss at ProMat 2019

Veridian Solutions

The four-day conference brings together 950 exhibitors and the thousands of supply chain and manufacturing software vendors. The conference is so expansive that it can be hard to decide which seminars and booths to visit. Sandeep Patel of Veridian Will Host a Seminar on Machine Learning in Supply Chain Management.

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Distribution in China takes a detour

Supply Chain Movement

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. Hence the companies Bugaboo and Foss have both faced considerable challenges, as they revealed during the recent ‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’ seminar in Amsterdam on 24 June 2015.

China 60