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Consolidated Mega DCS vs. Multiple DCS Closer To The Customer vs. Micro DCS
Pros, Cons, and Finding the Right Balance for Service and Cost In today’s fast-paced, customer-centric world, the design of a company’s distribution network is a […]
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The Future of Supply Chain Technology
Revolutionizing Distribution Network Optimization and Warehouse Operations The supply chain industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, driven by rapid technological advances and evolving customer expectations. […]
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The Future of Supply Chain Management
How AI and Machine Learning Transforming the Workforce What will the future of supply chain management look like? As we stand at the intersection of […]
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Supply Chain Attacks: Leveraging AI for Supply Chain Security
Supply chain attacks, a significant threat in today’s interconnected digital landscape, exploit vulnerabilities in the complex web of supplier relationships and third-party integrations. The recent […]
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Prepare for Storms: Protect Your Business and Inventory
The potential impact of a hurricane on warehouse operations is not always the first concern in the logistics and fulfillment industry. However, experienced logistics professionals […]
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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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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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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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Warehouse Operations Audits Identify Performance Gaps
Discover Opportunities to Add Value, Reduce Costs, Assure Quality, and Compress Time™ Staying ahead of the curve in supply chain operations requires constant evaluation and […]
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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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11 Reasons Why Warehouse Design Projects Crash and Burn
11 Reasons Why Warehouse Design Projects Crash and Burn Despite best intentions, warehouse design projects often “crash and burn.” As much as 30% of OPSdesign’s […]
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11 Ways to Lose Your Supply Chain Job
Failure to understand new technologies and adapt to a morphing supply chain can end your career. The efficiency and effectiveness of these supply chains have […]
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