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Other Voices: Safety at the loading dock
September 29, 2017
The proper selection and usage of dock equipment can improve safety and productivity.
Apex Tool Group donates tools, use of warehouse to Harvey, Irma relief
September 20, 2017
$340,000 in in-kind donations made to nonprofits ToolBank USA, Houston ToolBank and Trusted World.
Other Voices: Distribution center boom and a perfect storm of labor disruption
September 5, 2017
Supply chain organizations must make it a priority to build a resilient talent acquisition team that can weather turbulence and help sustain a positive bottom line.
6 Ways Mobility is Shaping the Supply Chain
August 28, 2017
Mobile technologies are certainly changing how we track freight outside of the four walls, putting “real-time” logistics management within the grasp of many savvy shippers. However, our analysts content that we have more work to do in the areas of investment and integration into existing operations.
Other Voices: Reverse logistics no longer a supply chain afterthought
August 25, 2017
A proactive approach to reverse logistics can prevent labor costs from skyrocketing, while also improving customer service.
Everything You Thought About Pool Distribution is Wrong
August 22, 2017
Pool distribution, routing freight through pool points isn’t new, but it’s rarely cost effective.
Plug Power announces expanded collaboration with Walmart
August 1, 2017
Walmart to expand use of hydrogen fuel cells in its distribution center material handling fleet by $80 million.
Keeping up with, or replicating, Amazon is key to retailers’ success, says AlixPartners research
July 26, 2017
New research report suggests that because Amazon "will never stop innovating or taking risks," retailers continue to struggle to compete.
Last Mile Deliveries Running Closer to 6-9 Miles
July 14, 2017
The proliferation of distribution fulfillment centers, large and small, in new locations will challenge logistics and transportation providers as e-commerce sets new standards for all business.
Cloud Transportation Management Systems (TMS): Weis Markets streamlines “both sides” of the DC door
July 11, 2017
With 200+ locations, this 105-year-old food retailer is leveraging a Cloud transportation management system (TMS) to streamline inbound and outbound freight activities at its 1.3-million-square-foot distribution center in Central Pennsylvania.
Vanderlande opens new manufacturing and distribution center in USA
June 30, 2017
New facility to reduce total cost of ownership for customers through shortened lead times, increased flexibility and agility.
Other Voices: Seven tips for extending the life of logistics assets
June 20, 2017
How to improve performance by identifying risk, planning accordingly, pursuing upgrades and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Gartner announces rankings of the 2017 Supply Chain Top 25
May 30, 2017
Winners revealed at Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix, AZ, Unilever retains the top spot in rankings as Amazon joins the "Masters."
Rethink Cycle Counting in your Operations
May 9, 2017
By taking a fresh look at their cycle counting practices, warehouse and DC teams are creatively using existing technology and resources to expand their cycle count benefits.
Voice-directed system postpones WMS upgrade while accommodating rapid growth
May 8, 2017
Distributor transitions from paper-based to voice-based execution ahead of facility move. WMS, Warehouse Management Systems upgrades using Voice Technologies, Distributors us voice picking technology to promote growth.