Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 30, 2024

But shippers looking to avoid disruptions and ensure that tight inventory levels don’t lead to missed sales opportunities pulled their orders forward. As companies look ahead to the next three to six months, they’re weighing costs, risks, and demand as they plan and adapt their inventory strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Construction of manufacturing plants and new warehouse sites were also postponed or canceled entirely due to market uncertainty. According to the CBRE Global E-commerce Outlook 2021 report , e-commerce growth will require another 330 million square feet of warehouse space in the United States by 2025.

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 2, 2023

Suddenly, managing inventory is the name of the game for companies trying to manage working capital and maximize profit while keeping customers happy. And that’s where real-time perpetual inventory signals come in. Plus, accurate inventory information is the key to optimal decision-making.

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Logility

JUNE 5, 2024

In this dynamic environment, businesses must meet rising customer service expectations while driving innovation and growth. This urges a shift from the unsustainable practice of buffering against uncertainty with high inventory levels. Enter Inventory Optimization (IO) as a vital strategy to combat supply chain stress.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Within a very short time, the company has become the leading provider of temperature-controlled logistics, warehousing and complementary services for the food and agricultural industry. With the logistics software WAMAS ® , ORCA has a close eye on stock and ensures that all goods within the warehouse are booked and tracked in real time.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2022

For months, retailers have been stockpiling massive amounts of goods to meet surging consumer demand, and compensate for ongoing supply and logistics issues. Inventory management is challenging enough in normal times. So, what is it going to take to enable better inventory management? Complete visibility into inventory.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 6, 2022

With consumers expecting brands to meet their demands – no matter what issues the supply chain may have – these 12 leaders are here to help. Pre pandemic we were importing the majority of our inventory from East Asia, in particular China and Japan. Lesson #2: Finding solutions in warehouses and distribution centers. “We

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

There are 3 common myths when it comes to adding new voice solutions to existing host or warehouse management systems (WMS): The Legacy Myth – You need a Tier 1 WMS to use voice-directed mobile applications so you should replace your custom-built systems or upgrade your legacy WMS package before looking at other solutions.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 9, 2020

Companies that were unable to meet these challenges have been left behind (for example, in High Tech think Blackberry and Compaq). How should manufacturers adapt to meet the challenges and shift from product-centric to customer-centric operations? Global manufacturing today faces significant operational challenges.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

IoT supports operational efficiencies in areas such as asset tracking, inventory management and forecasting, improving productivity and aiding decision-making across the supply chain. Robotics enabled with AI and ML augment the work of humans in warehouses and distribution centers. Artificial Intelligence AND Machine Learning.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 4, 2021

Andy Lloyd is the Chief Executive Officer of 3PL Central , a company that specializes in cloud-based warehouse management system (WMS) solutions. 3PL Central is the leader in cloud-based warehouse management system (WMS) solutions built to meet the unique needs of the 3PL warehousing community. About Andy Lloyd.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Companies now need to be communicating in real-time, while meeting higher demands and increase in volume of transactions. The ongoing pandemic has highlighted the importance of logistics and effective supply chain management to meet the increased trade and commerce volumes – both online and offline.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This allows vehicles to interact with each other, warehouse systems, and control centers with minimal delay. The Role of 5G in Enhancing Supply Chain Automation The real-time connectivity that 5G provides allows vehicles, drones, and warehouse systems to communicate instantly with control centers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In mathematical terms, optimization is a mixed-integer or linear programming approach to finding the best combination of warehouses, factories, transportation flows, and other supply chain resources under real-world constraints. ML can also be used to generate labor standards for warehouse workers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Third, what are the big trends in warehouse and transportation management? Specifically, there were spikes in demand, and even though there was a lot of inventory available, the demand was surging. For the warehouse, the biggest trend is to maximize the pace and speed to meet customer service level agreements.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

If you haven’t attended recently, it is an unmatched display of warehouse automation, robotics, and software systems. That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 28, 2024

The evolution of warehousing has been a fascinating journey, mirroring the broader transformation of supply chains. Warehousing has undergone a dramatic transformation, evolving from a simple storage function to a critical strategic asset within the modern supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2023

However, AI’s inability to solve the very limited problem of ensuring that inventory is located in the right place in a warehouse suggests that planners don’t have to worry too much about job security. For fulfillment to be efficient, a warehouse needs the right inventory located in the right slots in a warehouse.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 10, 2024

Supply chain resilience refers to planning for things that could go wrong and then creating inventory buffers or contingency plans. SCP solutions provide a solid ROI based on hitting targeted service levels with less raw material, work-in-process, or finished goods inventory. The ability to meet that demand can be less than expected.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

On top of the insatiable desire for everyone to buy online fueling ecommerce growth in DCs, the high cost and scarcity of warehouse labor is crushing to many DC operators. The warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 14% and be worth USD 30 billion by 2026. In-Warehouse Travel Optimization.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2022

Amidst ongoing uncertainty caused by COVID-19 lockdowns in Asia, war in Europe, scarce raw materials and steep inflation, companies are stockpiling inventory as never before in the hopes of mitigating future supply chain shocks. As soon as inventory hits the yard, it gets lost in a shuffle of trailers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 1, 2024

An omnichannel order management system helps companies meet growing customer expectations. Historically, an OOM has access to all the company’s inventory. The system allocated which orders would get inventory from a given location to fulfill an order. Or they can order online and pick up the product at the store.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Introduction Inventory management is the backbone of a successful supply chain operation, but it’s often a source of persistent frustration. Mobile inventory management offers a transformative solution, providing the real-time data and streamlined workflows needed to optimize operations and gain a competitive edge.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

But behind the scenes, demand planners were at work, trying to strike a balance that would help them turn a profit and meet demand without being saddled with rotting pumpkins come November 1. Read on to learn about: Seasonal Inventory and Its Application Across Industries. Benefits of Effective Seasonal Inventory Management.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. He is the Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics, a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 24, 2024

Mr. Elliott pointed to four main predictions for 2024, and then outlined the three pillars of how Körber will be able to meet the goals that align with these predictions. As part of this ecosystem, partners can get certified through Körber for Warehouse Advantage, which is the first product for certification. Workforce Efficiency.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 4, 2023

By land, by air, by sea – transit organizations know the competition is fierce for retaining customer loyalty, requiring inventory management strategies that balance consumer needs with sustainability initiatives and business goals. Many airlines have their own warehouses that feed “stations,” or stocking hubs, at the airports themselves.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

ARC Advisory Group’s research on the warehouse technology markets ( WMS , Warehouse Automation , and Mobile Warehouse Robotic s) shows that 3PLs are prominent investors in technology. I asked Alan a few questions to obtain his perspective on the 3PL warehousing environment. Alan worked in pricing for a 3PL.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 15, 2020

As the world for non-essential workers moved to on-line meetings, conference calls, and uncertainty, essential workers redefined the workplace to mitigate risk. The healthcare value chain was slow to respond—the majority of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was in Chinese warehouses. Evaluate Inventory. What to do?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Specifically in the space of identification, here are 3 tactics to consider: Conduct a Risk Assessment: Conducting a risk assessment can help warehouse and DC operators identify vulnerabilities in their systems and processes. Access controls are another essential element of a secure warehouse or distribution center.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2023

I kicked off a research project on the global warehouse management systems (WMS) integration and consulting market. The research is focused on those organizations that are WMS specialists – meaning that warehouse consulting is a major part of the organization’s business. He provided me with some great context for my research.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

The disruptions caused by COVID-19 came in the form of port delays, warehouse quarantine requirements , and travel restrictions. Instead, they are likely to carry higher levels of inventory as a lower cost alternative. Warehouses are likely to address the increasing workloads with a combination of labor and automation.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Fewer labor resources are available to meet the rising demand in both the warehouse and in transit. ? Talent shortages, especially limited drivers, will exacerbate the capacity crunch and result in shortages across warehousing and transportation simultaneously.? . Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight. continued growth and success.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Excess inventory – it’s taking up your warehouse space, tying up working capital, and limiting your planning team’s range of motion. It’s time to Marie Kondo your supply chain by eliminating excess inventory and learning how to avoid it in the first place. Let’s talk about: What Excess Inventory Is.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

For logistics teams seeking to manage volatility and deliver more predictable, profitable results, five advanced technologies should be in their toolkits: digital control towers, warehouse task automation, warehouse robotics, dynamic price discovery and digital freight bidding. Warehouse Task Automation. Warehouse Robotics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2022

Step One: Right Inventory in the Right Location. In order to meet customer needs, retailers need to understand their customers’ expectations better. To provide this service, inventory must be close to the customer therefore stores are fast becoming a key part of the digital experience. Step Two: Enhance the Shopper Experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 2, 2021

With their transportation visibility solution they were able to see a scorecard that let them proactively see what inventory on a shipment was at risk of arriving late. Hot loads” allow companies to run a lean supply chain while still meeting customers’ service expectations. This used to be a paper-based process.

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