warehouse workstations

Warehouse Workstations: Designing High-Efficiency Ergonomic Solutions

Efficient warehouse operations are integral to the success of any logistics and supply chain system. The design of warehouse workstations in key areas such as […]

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JIT Inventory

The Return of JIT (Just In Time) Inventory?

Just when retailers declared the era of Just in Time (JIT) inventory over, there’s a rumor of a resurgence. But will it look the same […]

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Maritime Shipping Disruptions Continue

Maritime Shipping Disruptions Continue

The maritime shipping situation in the Red Sea continues to escalate, and the fallout is becoming a major supply chain disrupter. Houthi rebels continue to […]

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managing inventory

Right-Sizing Inventory

The wild supply chain swings of the past four years have given managers plenty to consider when it comes to managing inventory. Where the just-in-time […]

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White house Council On Supply Chain Resilience: How To Secure The New Government Funding

White house Council On Supply Chain Resilience: How To Secure The New Government Funding

The White House recently announced the creation of its White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience. It promises millions of dollars in investments to strengthen […]

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Team Building Strengthens Supply Chain Organizations

Team Building Strengthens Supply Chain Organizations

Let’s explore the importance of team building in supply chain organizations and explore how it contributes to enhanced productivity, innovation, and overall success. In the […]

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Mobile Robots

Autonomous Mobile Robots: An Integration Checklist

Robotics like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are becoming increasingly important members of warehousing teams, especially in light of the labor […]

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Food Supply Chain

Strengthening the Food Supply Chain

The food supply chain is a fragile ecosystem. We don’t have to tell you that food prices at the grocery store remain high and that […]

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Incoterms

What are Incoterms? – International Commercial Terms

Incoterms, short for International Commercial Terms, are standardized trade terms used in international commerce to define the rights and responsibilities of buyers and sellers in […]

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Blockchain Technology and Supply Chain Management

Blockchain Technology and Supply Chain Management

Let’s explore the pros and cons of blockchain technology as it relates to the supply chain. The past few years have seen the development and […]

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warehouse vacancy rates

Warehouse Vacancy Rates Remain Low

The average warehouse vacancy rates are sitting at over 5 percent for the first time since before the pandemic. You don’t have to go very […]

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cycle counting program

A Broken Cycle Counting Program Can Kill Productivity

In today’s supply chain, the accuracy of inventory management in the warehouse is paramount. Inventory errors cause stock-outs, delayed shipments, backorders, unnecessary reordering, increased labor […]

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Supply chain management jobs

Supply Chain Management Jobs: What Are Employers Looking For?

Supply chain management jobs are dynamic and essential positions that play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services from manufacturers […]

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Suez Canal

The Suez Canal is Crucial to the Global Supply Chain

Ships are avoiding the Suez Canal and causing major supply chain delays. While the issue began in late 2023, the new year is already feeling […]

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Returns Policies

Returns Policies: Major Shifts Coming in 2024

Free returns policies have been a hallmark of the pandemic, but that practice shrunk some this holiday season. January is the season of returns for […]

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