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Warehousing 101: An Introduction to Digital Warehouse Automation

RFgen

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

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Warehousing 101: An Introduction to Digital Warehouse Automation

RFgen

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

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Why are WMS Sales so Persistent? Here is How I Learned of WMS’ Ongoing Importance

Logistics Viewpoints

It was a sensible and interesting transition from my knowledge base. WMS managed warehouse activity down to discrete movements of workers, rather than something like monthly sales within a region. Warehouse management systems are responsible for making many of these estimates a reality. Then Came Supply Chain Planning.

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Why are WMS Sales so Persistent? Here is How I Learned of WMS’ Ongoing Importance

Logistics Viewpoints

It was a sensible and interesting transition from my knowledge base. WMS managed warehouse activity down to discrete movements of workers, rather than something like monthly sales within a region. Warehouse management systems are responsible for making many of these estimates a reality. Then Came Supply Chain Planning.

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LinkedIn Learning vs SCMDOJO: Which Online Learning Platform is Right for You?

SCMDOJO

Are you looking to enhance your professional skills and expand your knowledge base in the comfort of your own home? SCMDOJO offers a range of courses that cover various aspects of supply chain management, including inventory management, logistics, procurement, soft skills, warehousing, supply chain digitalization, and more.

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The Most Overlooked DC Performance Strategy

Logistics Viewpoints

At that time, my employer’s intent was to pay above-market rate for our warehouse roles. To achieve this, the company benchmarked our compensation against national retail jobs vs. local warehouse jobs. For our very physically-demanding warehouse roles, we were paid an unsustainable wage while living in an area of the U.S.

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High-Performance Companies Benefit From Upskilling Employees: You Can Too

Procurement Academy

You need to have the knowledge and understanding of how your actions impact other areas. For example, an effective supply chain leader understands that warehouse operations are affected by supply planning activities, supplier performance, manufacturing disciplines and transportation procedures.