RFgen

MAY 28, 2025

Organizing a warehouse in 2025 requires blending time tested practices with modern technology. Warehouse managers and manufacturing businesses face a growing demand for rapid order fulfillment across multiple channels, complex production processes, and an unpredictable supply chain. A logical layout is the backbone of efficiency.

Inventory Reduction

Stord

APRIL 21, 2025

With the global e-commerce market projected to surpass $8 trillion by 2027 1 , brands are presented with a massive opportunity for international growth. Cross-Border Shipping vs Local Fulfillment Cross-border shipping refers to fulfilling international orders from a domestic warehouse, typically from the brands home country or primary market.

Inventory Reduction

RFgen

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Picture this: You’re a warehouse manager, and with a few taps on your smartphone, you instantly know the exact location and quantity of every item in your inventory. Collaboration: Facilitates real-time data sharing among warehouse personnel, field technicians, managers, and office employees.

Inventory Management Software

BlueYonder

JUNE 19, 2025

Agentic AI has applications across logistics operations, but let’s focus first on its potential to optimize the warehouse. Inventory and labor must be managed optimally at a high level, while every order needs to be picked, packed and shipped with precision and cost control.

Warehousing

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Optimize Distribution Networks Adapt warehouse locations and logistics for localized supply chains. Click here if you would like to download our presentation on winning the supply chain wars Strengthen Supplier Relationships Build diversified and collaborative networks to enhance visibility and reliability.

Price Reduction

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 27, 2025

The Digital Supply Chain involves the real time awareness of everything going in throughout the end-to-end Supply Chain, enabled by electronic connectivity and the automated presentation of information and analytics to inform and make the best possible decisions. Making presentations involved creating acetate slides, or transparencies.

Electronics

Stord

APRIL 24, 2025

This is HUGE for anyone drop-shipping directly to consumers. Bulk Imports Less Affected (For Now): If you're bringing in larger shipments to your own warehouse or a 3PL, the impact of the de minimis rule change is less direct, as tariffs are assessed on the cost value of the bulk shipment.

Sourcing Strategies

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Even with local processing, network variability, particularly in remote warehouses, ports, and along mobile routes, can still cause small but impactful delays. Data security at the edge also presents risks. Environmental factors present additional challenges.

Real-time Visibility

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Supply chain and procurement executives should urgently pay heed to the need to make sure it is distributed to them, said Jay Koganti, vice president supply chain at the Center of Excellence of Estée Lauder , during a presentation titled “ AI Trends Transforming Supply Chain – and How Leaders Should Respond,” at the DPW New York conference June 11.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Freight Waves

JULY 12, 2025

Chart of the Week: Import Ocean TEUs Volume Index – USA SONAR : IOTI.USA Booking volumes for container imports, as measured by the Inbound Ocean TEUs Volume Index (IOTI), appear to have peaked in early July—about a month ahead of the typical peak shipping season. This situation presents a double-edged sword for many companies.

Purchasing Skills

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Automotive distributors play a vital role in the automotive supply chain by procuring parts, warehousing them, and then supplying them to OEMs (original equipment manufacturer), retailers or end consumers. Supply chain management The international sourcing of automotive components is now a common practice but it can still present challenges.

Automotive

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

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Double-Edged Sword of Inventory Management: Declining demand presents a significant dilemma for inventory management. Shipping networks may experience delays and disruptions, potentially exacerbated by cost-cutting measures within the logistics sector. Maintaining robust cash reserves is paramount for navigating these turbulent times.

Supply Chain Planning Software

ShipBob

JULY 28, 2025

A woman holds a clipboard and a pen, and stands by a warehouse shelf stocked with inventory, counting the inventory present. Scan each inbound inventory item during the warehouse receiving process. Don’t forget to account for shipping, duties, and other acquisition costs on top of the inventory price.

Inventory Reduction

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

The introduction of various modes of conveyance, such as trains, aircraft, and container ships, has facilitated the expansion and acceleration of international trade. Similarly, a global shipping company could use a tailored transportation platform to optimize routes, reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Supply Chain Design Software

SCMDOJO

JULY 2, 2025

For businesses looking to master end-to-end logistics systems integration, SCMDOJO’s offers Logistics Management Track for comprehensive learning across warehouse, transportation, and inventory control—making it an ideal foundation for custom software planning and execution. When Should a Business Consider Going Custom?

Supply Chain Design Software

ShipBob

MARCH 3, 2025

The software automatically pulls inventory data from your warehouse for a real-time stock count update across all your sales channels. Cin7 Cin7 gives you full visibility into your inventory levels across all your ecommerce warehouses. It gives you access to 100+ payment methods and lets you present in local currencies.

Procurement Solutions

ShipBob

MARCH 3, 2025

The software automatically pulls inventory data from your warehouse for a real-time stock count update across all your sales channels. Cin7 Cin7 gives you full visibility into your inventory levels across all your ecommerce warehouses. It gives you access to 100+ payment methods and lets you present in local currencies.

Procurement Solutions

AFFLINK

JANUARY 30, 2025

Seasonal demand surges can be challenging for any business, but they also present a unique opportunity to increase revenue and build customer loyalty. Develop Contingency Plans for Potential Risks and Increased Shipping Demands Even the best-laid plans can experience snags, especially when there are multiple moving parts.

Optimal Sourcing

AFFLINK

JUNE 11, 2025

Some additional differences between a traditional supply chain and an e-commerce supply chain include: Inventory Management: Traditional supply chains rely on bulk shipments; e-commerce chains leverage real-time stock updates and multi-location warehousing.

Modeling

Freight Waves

JUNE 27, 2025

As e-commerce continues its rapid expansion, the volume of product returns has surged, presenting significant challenges for retailers. This user-friendly interface allows end consumers to generate return shipping labels, removing the need for direct shipper involvement. Find more articles by Stuart Chirls here.

Reverse Logistics

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 4, 2025

Organised presentation – How the product is laid out inside the box matters. A neat, well-organised presentation feels more professional and premium. If your packaging supplies are subpar, it increases the likelihood of damage during shipping. Good-quality packaging ensures the product arrives in perfect condition.

Packaging

ShipBob

JUNE 20, 2025

Common challenges when sourcing products Despite the key role it plays in your ecommerce operations, the product sourcing process often presents a number of challenges. As a leading fulfillment provider, ShipBob provides inventory storage, order fulfillment, and shipping solutions for ecommerce brands.

Purchasing Skills

Freight Waves

JUNE 28, 2025

Long-haul truckload demand ( LOTVI ) has collapsed—down 25% year-over-year—as shippers have increasingly opted for slower but cheaper transcontinental shipping. Shippers have also extended their order lead times to account for the unstable maritime sector, as attacks on vessels in the Red Sea have made ocean shipping less reliable.

Purchasing Skills

BlueYonder

JANUARY 15, 2025

But what if the warehouse receives an empty box instead of the dress associates were expecting? Shipping back empty boxes, or used apparel, is only the beginning. Consumers take new products off the rack , go to a cash register and present them as returns. Speed is of the essence.

Retail

ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

For example, ThroughPut.AIs patented algorithms identify when it is more cost-effective to cancel planned orders, redistribute spare parts internally, or directly ship to production locations. By eliminating excess inventory, companies unlock working capital and reduce warehousing overhead without sacrificing availability.

Inventory Management Software

ThroughPut

MAY 20, 2025

For example, ThroughPut.AI’s patented algorithms identify when it is more cost-effective to cancel planned orders, redistribute spare parts internally, or directly ship to production locations. By eliminating excess inventory, companies unlock working capital and reduce warehousing overhead – without sacrificing availability.

Inventory Management Software

Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The Cheat Code for Shipping to ‘Big Box’ Retailers A recent survey revealed that 66% of retail buyers have ended relationships with suppliers over delivery issues. Shipping to Aldi You might be enticed to shop at Aldi if you don’t mind cheaper prices, non-name brand products, and a smaller selection of goods.

Retail

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The order focuses on tightening the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed foreign e-commerce companies to ship numerous small packages to the U.S. For logistics and supply chain companies, this change will have major impacts, influencing customs processing, shipping costs, and e-commerce fulfillment strategies.

Cost Reduction Strategies

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 30, 2025

In a recent blog post, Tunca had this to say: “CSCOs must develop an organizational structure to support the management of growing fleets of robots by creating a warehouse automation strategy.” New Roles and Skills likely to Emerge, Gartner’s Abdil Tunca Says July 30, 2025 Supply Chain Digest Says.

Warehousing

Stord

MAY 29, 2025

Strategic Moves for Shippers During the Reprieve The current tariff pause presents a narrow but critical window for importers and exporters to shore up resilience, optimize costs, and secure capacity. brands looking to limit exposure to trans-Pacific shipping delays. Mexico and Canada are key options for U.S.

Cost Reduction Strategies

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 16, 2025

Kai Furmans Professor, KIT Posted on: May, 22 2017 I am referencing to the comment that leasing of warehousing equipment (beyond forklift trucks) is a vision for 2030. God bless america from its present distraction. I've learned that one doesn't have to remind Germany about your EDI orders. Likely I'm off base?

Logistics Network Optimization Software

RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Understanding Inventory Management Software Features Modern inventory management software automates stock tracking across warehouses using real-time monitoring systems. Multi-Location Management Multi-location management enables you to monitor and control inventory across multiple warehouses or locations.

Inventory Management Software

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 24, 2025

Ocean container shipping rates were down in the first half, with the China Containerized Freight Index starting the year at 1547, then falling to a low in April of 1102 before rising back to 1342 at the end of June. God bless america from its present distraction. Total combined US carloads and intermodal cars were up 3.9%

Supply Chain Design Software

SCMDOJO

MAY 30, 2025

In the hyper-connected global economy of the present day, supply chains traverse continents, cultures, and myriad communication barriers. From warehouse managers to customs clearing agents, all stakeholders have to comprehend changing priorities. During a crisis, cross-functional integration intensifies.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 9, 2025

Kai Furmans Professor, KIT Posted on: May, 22 2017 I am referencing to the comment that leasing of warehousing equipment (beyond forklift trucks) is a vision for 2030. God bless america from its present distraction. I've learned that one doesn't have to remind Germany about your EDI orders. Likely I'm off base?

Gartner

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 22, 2025

Kai Furmans Professor, KIT Posted on: May, 22 2017 I am referencing to the comment that leasing of warehousing equipment (beyond forklift trucks) is a vision for 2030. God bless america from its present distraction. I've learned that one doesn't have to remind Germany about your EDI orders. Likely I'm off base?

Supply Chain Planning Software