Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

By Rob Press, Content Marketing Manager, Deputy In the supply chain, warehouses play a crucial role in receiving products from the source, storing them safely, and delivering them quickly and efficiently. The warehousing industry accounts for 8% of 2.8 million nonfatal work-related injuries a year !

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Much has been done to improve manufacturing efficiency. Supply chains have been optimized; warehouse inventory tracking has reached new levels of precision; production lines can operate with virtually no downtime. Digital Manufacturing as an Enabler of Workforce Productivity. But, what about overall workforce productivity?

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Unleashed

AUGUST 23, 2023

Warehouse management is the vital link between receiving goods from suppliers and delivering orders to your customers. In warehouse management, warehouse logistics ensures these processes are optimised to cut costs and boost efficiency. In this warehouse logistics guide: What is warehouse logistics?

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

This removes the ‘storage’ element of warehousing logistics, and saves on costs, warehousing space, time and labour. Cross docking is widely used by manufacturers, but there are alternatives like direct shipping – and there are significant differences between the two. This brings us to direct shipments.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. drivers and warehouse workers) as high to extreme (see Figure 1). is not a ‘good news’ story.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Effective inventory management is crucial to reducing costs in any manufacturing business. This is particularly true in the food manufacturing industry, which characteristically has a high volume of products stored, and an urgent need to fill existing client orders to match ongoing consumer demand.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

On top of this, after demand has been adjusted, demand simulations can be run to study the behavior of your resources over time as demand continues to increase or decrease. . What we’re seeing is not just a trend towards changing materials/part suppliers, but also warehousing and logistics suppliers. .

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Studies show that worldwide, companies spend an estimated $350 billion a year on warehousing, and this number is only estimated to increase with high dependence on traditional warehouse practices. Warehousing is a vital function of global supply chain management, however often overlooked. Lean warehousing.

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Supply Chain Opz

DECEMBER 8, 2014

The Project Amongst a number of small and large projects, one on-going project with a major automotive manufacturer based in the UK stands out. The basic idea is to enable a number of forklift trucks with RFID readers that can scan or read respective tags placed on stillages as they are picked and moved about the manufacturing plant.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Analysis of case study is certainly one of the most popular methods for people from business management background. In order to accelerate the learning, this article has gathered 20+ most sought-after supply chain case studies, analyzed/categorized them by industry and the findings are presented.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

During the 1980s, I was on a management team for a large manufacturer. The Company was attempting to gain economies of scale by grouping manufacturing technologies within a common infrastructure to reap the benefits of a co-generation facility, a centralized warehouse, and a talented administrative team.

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Much has been done to improve manufacturing efficiency. Supply chains have been optimized; warehouse inventory tracking has reached new levels of precision; production lines can operate with virtually no downtime. Digital Manufacturing as an Enabler of Workforce Productivity. But, what about overall workforce productivity?

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DiManEx

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The report finds compelling business cases for spare part digitization and provides recommendations on the use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in the aftermarket. Aftermarket services are extremely important for many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Technologies like AM offer a promising alternative to simplify supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2017

Are industrial manufacturers seizing all the opportunities of a more digital world? A recent article suggests that, by 2018, only 30 percent of manufacturers investing in digital transformation will be able to maximize the outcome. Possibly not. The remaining 70 percent are hindered by outdated business models and technology.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

This type of software is used by businesses to plan and oversee routine operations, such as supply chain management, manufacturing, services, project management, customer relationship management, risk management, compliance, accounting and procurement. It has proven to be particularly useful for companies in the manufacturing space.

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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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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. If you already know what Kanban is and just want the case studies, scroll down! Table of Contents. What is Kanban?

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

September 26, 2019) A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Spinnaker, a supply chain services company, has found that only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning. BOSTON, Mass. and HOUSTON, Tex.

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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.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

This new behavior means that manufacturers and retailers need to anticipate consumer needs across channels with more accuracy than ever. To compete with Amazon, most retailers and manufacturers have had to dramatically shorten their own delivery windows. Navigating an Increasingly Challenging Logistics Landscape.

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QAD

MARCH 30, 2023

Manufacturers may not think they have much in common with the retail companies beyond producing the products that stock store shelves, but there could be a lot to learn from the latter as the manufacturing headwinds of the last few years carry into 2023. Walmart Has Embraced RFID Technology – Should You?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 11, 2022

Over the last decade, the role of the manufacturing and distribution CFO has undergone a profound shift. survey , 57% of manufacturing CFOs agree that proficiency and knowledge to create an effective plan to operationalize and transition the business into a digitalized and automated manufacturer is the most critical factor globally.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 10, 2017

While many employers would have penalized the employees for tablet breakage , Peggy explored the world of wearables to enable her digital manufacturing transformation. AGCO’s culture of innovation policy deployment enabled employees to pioneer a technology solution for manufacturing. Improvement in Digital Manufacturing.

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PINC

AUGUST 28, 2020

Here’s more from the press release: Distribution centers, warehouses, and manufacturing plants are looking to improve gate velocity, optimize driver turnaround times, and reduce costs while becoming Shippers-of-Choice. Benefits include improved warehouse efficiency (e.g., Benefits include improved warehouse efficiency (e.g.,

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AIMMS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Manufacturers like Hyundai are experiencing a shortage of components that threaten s to halt production. The study include d firms in the retail, manufacturing and distribution verticals. As the Coronavirus outbreak develops into a pandemic, people and businesses alike are feel ing its ripple effects.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

The examples below show you how to do this in AIMMS SC Navigator Apps, but we encourage you to study these scenarios in the tools you have at your disposal. . Multiple best/worst case scenarios should be run under different demand conditions to study the impact on your supply chain. Study 2: Inspect Demand Trends .

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ThroughPut

AUGUST 4, 2020

Supply Chain Analytics aims at enhancing the manufacturing operational efficiency and overall operational effectiveness by enabling informed data-driven decisions across the factory floor. With valid Supply Chain Analytics, manufacturers now have real-time accurate data to make strategic, operational, and tactical decisions.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

In extreme cases, firms simply state that a product comes from one country when, in actual fact, it was manufactured in a country that is impacted by the higher tariff being imposed. Alternatively, you may want to relocate – totally or in part – where your product is manufactured. This practice is illegal. Free trade agreements (FTAs).

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

On top of this, after demand has been adjusted, demand simulations can be run to study the behavior of your resources over time as demand continues to increase or decrease. . What we’re seeing is not just a trend towards changing materials/part suppliers, but also warehousing and logistics suppliers. .

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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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RFgen

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Supply chain optimization and attracting talent will continue to be top-of-mind for manufacturers. Artificial intelligence (AI) is most likely to transform the manufacturing sector. Manufacturing has changed dramatically in recent years. A recent McKinsey study found that Industry 4.0 technologies will create up to $3.7

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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. Capstone Nutrition manufactures hundreds of dietary supplement products. Trident Seafoods operates fishing vessels and manufacturing facilities in Alaska.

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Warehouse robots are just one form of warehouse automation , but they’re making a big impact. From greater flexibility and scalability to productivity gains, a faster ROI compared to other automation solutions and better resource management, warehouse robots are changing the face of warehousing.

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RFgen

APRIL 28, 2023

Warehouse operations can meet this challenge head-on with an emphasis on trimming labor costs and implementing warehouse efficiency measures across their operation. Warehouse Needs Analysis Begin with a baseline understanding of your warehouse.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

According to the results of a study published in Computers in Human Behavior, determining ideal transport routes in combination with a higher fill level of the trucks can lead to a significant mileage reduction. This requires intelligent urban logistics networks consisting of various regional and urban warehouses.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2019

E-Commerce Demand Will Lead to the Urbanization of Warehousing As explained by On Time Logistics , the urbanization of warehousing refers to the increased use of warehouse space to move product closer to consumers. In addition, the sheer volume of warehouses in high-population areas is expanding.

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