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How Elections Might Impact the Supply Chain

How Elections Might Impact the Supply Chain

Let’s look at scenarios for how elections might impact the supply chain. A report, Election Year Impact Report, released on April 16, analyzes how the […]

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Capacity Utilization Improvement Strategies

Capacity Utilization Improvement Strategies

Capacity utilization is the proportion of a company’s physical capacity used in a given period. It can also be defined as the time that capacity […]

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Robotic Pick-to-Light (PTL) Automation Systems

Robotic Pick-to-Light (PTL) Automation Systems

Robotic pick-to-light (PTL) systems are advanced automation technology in warehousing and order fulfillment operations. These systems combine robotic automation with pick-to-light technology to enhance efficiency, […]

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Retail Logistics Efficiencies

Retail Logistics Efficiencies Adding to Market Growth

The retail logistics market encompasses the processes and systems involved in managing the movement of goods from suppliers to retailers and, ultimately, customers. The globalization […]

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Project funding for an automation system

Automation System Project Funding Considerations

Project funding for an automation system can be difficult to find. Just as supply chains have experienced challenging times recently, recent and ongoing events have […]

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Consolidating Distribution Centers

Consolidating Distribution Centers: A Strategic Move to Reduce Operational Costs

In today’s competitive landscape, businesses seek ways to optimize their supply chain operations and reduce costs. One significant area of focus for many companies is […]

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Mitigating Supply Chain Failure

Mitigating Supply Chain Failure: 10 Strategies

Mitigating supply chain failure involves several strategies to reduce risks and ensure continuity. Here are some critical approaches: 1. Diversification of Suppliers Multiple Sources: Relying […]

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Using Manufacturer’s Packaging

Using Manufacturer’s Packaging and Leveraging Drop-Shipping

Shipping in manufacturer’s packaging and drop-shipping have the power to reshape the industry’s approach to efficiency and environmental responsibility. E-commerce fulfillment organizations are embracing a […]

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Warehouse Racking Safety

Warehouse Racking Safety Considerations

Warehouse racking safety is critical to maintaining a secure and efficient working environment. Proper racking safety practices help prevent accidents, protect workers, and preserve inventory […]

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Honeycombing in Warehousing

Honeycombing in Warehousing: Causes, Costs, and Solutions

Grasping the concept of honeycombing in warehousing is not just important; it’s crucial for maintaining efficient operations and cost-effective logistics. Warehouse managers often find themselves […]

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technology investment and workforce expansion

Technology Investment vs Workforce Expansion

When logistics companies consider growth strategies, they often choose between technology investment and expanding their workforce. Both approaches have their merits, and the optimal choice […]

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Industry 4.0 and the Future of Warehouse Design

Industry 4.0 and the Future of Warehouse Design

Industry 4.0 represents the fourth industrial revolution, characterized by the fusion of physical and digital technologies. This revolution is marked by the integration of cyber-physical […]

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Cargo Theft

Cargo Theft – Tools to Combat a Growing Issue

Industry experts at Overhaul (supply chain platform) report that cargo theft is a significant issue that affects supply chains worldwide, leading to substantial financial losses […]

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Growth Mindset in Supply Chain Operations

Cultivating a Growth Mindset in Supply Chain Operations

Nurturing a growth mindset was a hot topic at this year’s Warehousing Education and Research Council’s (WERC) 2024 Conference, held in Dallas, TX, this month. […]

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Hurricane Season Challenges Supply Chain

Hurricane Season Challenges Supply Chain

The Atlantic hurricane season significantly impacts global supply chains from June 1 to November 30. Hurricanes can cause substantial disruptions by damaging infrastructure, delaying shipments, […]

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Enhance Forklift Safety Through Warehouse Designs

Enhance Forklift Safety Through Warehouse Designs

National Forklift Safety Day is an event that underscores the pivotal role of warehouse design in forklift safety. By understanding and implementing key aspects of […]

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Choosing The Right Warehouse Management System (WMS) For Omnichannel Distribution

Choosing The Right Warehouse Management System (WMS) For Omnichannel Distribution

In today’s omnichannel retail landscape, where consumers expect seamless shopping experiences across multiple channels, selecting the right warehouse management system (WMS) is paramount for success. […]

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3 Types Supply Chain Professionals

3 Types of Supply Chain Professionals – Which One Are You?

Let’s look at the three types of supply chain professionals. Supply Chain Professionals face multifaceted challenges and opportunities in the dynamic supply chain management landscape. […]

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Noise Reduction in Warehouse Operations

Noise Reduction in Warehouse Operations

Warehouse noise reductions allow your workers to operate without noise protection, enhancing their awareness of their surroundings. In an era when finding qualified labor becomes […]

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Small Parcel Delivery and the Future of USPS

Small Parcel Delivery and the Future of USPS

The small parcel market is growing and USPS is poised to benefit from it. It’s no secret that the U.S. Postal Service has long been […]

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Post-Pandemic Supply Chain Trends

Post-Pandemic Supply Chain Trends

The post-pandemic supply chain look much different. The trucking and warehousing industries, once thriving due to high consumer spending and limited inventory, are now grappling […]

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Postponement in Warehouse Operations

Postponement in Warehouse Operations: A Strategic Advantage

Postponement in warehouse operations, is a strategic approach that involves delaying the customization or finalization of products until closer to the point of consumption. This […]

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Direct Labor Employees The backbone of the supply chain

Direct Labor Employees: The backbone of the supply chain

Supply chain direct labor employees are the backbone of the supply chain. Investing in personnel is crucial to operational success. Effectively hiring, training, coaching, and […]

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Port of Baltimore to become fully operational by the end of May

Port of Baltimore to become fully operational by the end of May

The Port of Baltimore should become fully operational by the end of May. It’s been about six weeks since the cargo ship Dali hit the […]

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Closing the Visibility Gap Across the Supply Chain

Closing the Visibility Gap Across the Supply Chain

Can your operation boast visibility into the entire supply chain? Today’s supply chain is full of unprecedented challenges, heaped on top of complex issues. From […]

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Robotic Palletizing

Robotic Palletizing is Changing Warehouse Operations

The advent of robotic palletizing and depalletizing is changing warehouse operations dramatically and increasing productivity. One of the most physically demanding tasks in a warehouse, […]

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DC Metrics Cubic Velocity and Cubic Inventory by SKU

Any industrial engineer worth their salt starts a warehouse design (or distribution center or fulfillment operation) with detailed data analysis. This usually begins with gathering […]

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Retail Supply Chain

The Retail Supply Chain is Here to Stay

The rise of the retail supply chain has caused a massive shift in how manufacturers operate. If you’re a manufacturer of goods like apparel or […]

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Same-Day Delivery

The History of Same-Day Delivery and One-Hour Delivery

Let’s explore same-day delivery and one-hour retail delivery; tracing its origins, milestones, and the strategies key players like Amazon and Target employ to meet consumers’ […]

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Last-Mile Delivery Demands

Meeting Last-Mile Delivery Demands

Last-mile delivery has become one of the most important components of the supply chain in the past few years. With the massive uptick in e-commerce, […]

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