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Create Efficiencies for B2B and D2C Fulfillment with Unified Warehousing
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Create Efficiencies for B2B and D2C Fulfillment with Unified Warehousing

Q. What is unified warehousing? A. A unified warehousing network seamlessly handles both your B2B and D2C orders under one roof. Consolidating your inventory into one location eliminates the need for redundant stock across separate warehouses. This reduction in overall stock levels translates directly into lower inventory carrying costs. With all products housed in one […]

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Inside the Four Walls: Scaling Smarter with Robotics, Goods to Person, and Agile Fulfillment
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Inside the Four Walls: Scaling Smarter with Robotics, Goods to Person, and Agile Fulfillment

Q. What are the biggest challenges your clients are facing in warehouse and fulfillment operations today? A. Labor remains one of the most pressing issues across the industry. With increasing wage pressures and a limited pool of available workers, many fulfillment centers are struggling to scale their operations traditionally. As demand grows and service expectations […]

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How to Modernize Your Warehouse Without Starting Over
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How to Modernize Your Warehouse Without Starting Over

Q. If I want to improve my warehouse performance, do I really need a brand-new facility or a full retrofit? A. Not at all. That’s one of the biggest misconceptions out there. Companies often think they need to spend heavily on a new facility to upgrade with automation or increase capacity—but that’s usually because they’re […]

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Warehouse Success: Speed Up, Spend Less
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Warehouse Success: Speed Up, Spend Less

When managing today’s warehouses, velocity and value are non-negotiable. From predictive AI to flexible robotics, warehouses are cutting costs and accelerating fulfillment without breaking the bank—or the back. Here’s how smart strategies and lean tech help companies gain ground by moving faster and spending smarter.

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Navigating Tariff Shifts: How U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Help Supply Chains Stay Resilient
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Navigating Tariff Shifts: How U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Help Supply Chains Stay Resilient

As global trade faces uncertainty amid shifting tariffs, economic nationalism, and ongoing geopolitical friction, U.S. businesses are increasingly turning to Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) as a powerful tool to remain competitive. The U.S. is home to more than 230 approved FTZ projects and nearly 400 subzones, collectively supporting 600+ warehouses across the country. These special zones […]

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Warehouse Vs. Factory: Purposes and Types of Each
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Warehouse Vs. Factory: Purposes and Types of Each

  Warehouses and factories, each integral to supply chains and manufacturing, serve distinct yet complementary functions. To optimize logistics, warehouses focus on efficient storage and distribution centers, often situated near key transport routes. Factory features, such as upgraded interiors, modern amenities, and attractive locations, cater to prospective tenants’ lifestyles. Warehouses and factories are vital components […]

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How to Thoroughly Audit a Warehouse
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How to Thoroughly Audit a Warehouse

Supply chains are getting more complex and margins tighter. If you’re responsible for warehousing, odds are you’re feeling the pressure for more detailed reporting. Senior execs and customers want proof your operations are both efficient and resilient.

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Optimizing Your Pharmaceutical Warehouse: Best Practices and Standards
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Optimizing Your Pharmaceutical Warehouse: Best Practices and Standards

Pharmaceutical Warehousing: Definition, Handling Standards, and Supply Chain Rules   Pharmaceutical warehouses are specialized storage facilities that safely store pharmaceutical products, including medications, vaccines, and other health-related items. For the pharmaceutical industry, warehouses play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity and quality of medicines that impact billions globally. They are not just a storage […]

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Vertical Warehousing: What It Is, Analyzing, and Benefits
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Vertical Warehousing: What It Is, Analyzing, and Benefits

Logistics operations face increasing demands for smarter and space-saving storage strategies due to rapid growth in e-commerce and shifting consumer expectations. Businesses with limited floor space often struggle to scale efficiently without expanding their facility’s footprint. Adopting vertical warehousing helps companies build upward rather than outward, maximizing storage capacity and enhancing operational flow. This innovative […]

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8 Types of Warehousing Processes
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8 Types of Warehousing Processes

  Warehousing is a critical link in the supply chain. It facilitates the storage, handling, and distribution of goods. Effective warehouse management can optimize inventory control and meet customer demands efficiently by utilizing a warehouse management system (WMS). Within this context, warehousing processes ensure smooth operations and maximize warehouse efficiency. This article discusses various warehousing […]

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Time to Sweat Your Warehouse Assets?
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Time to Sweat Your Warehouse Assets?

Success in the warehouse is often synonymous with warehouse performance. In retail, this means meeting growing throughput and capacity requirements. Those responsible for ensuring materials handling facilities are up to the task, however, must compete for budget dollars by making a compelling business case for investments.

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Warehouse vs. Inventory: Their Roles And Differences
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Warehouse vs. Inventory: Their Roles And Differences

  Understanding the crucial differences between warehouses and inventory is essential for operational excellence in supply chain logistics. This article explores the roles and connections between warehouse capacities, inventory management, and their impact on inventory and warehouse operations in enhancing overall supply chain efficiency. Understanding Inventory Management Definition and Key Concepts Warehouse management is the […]

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