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Inventory Management, Risk Management, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management
Say Yes to the YMS
Companies sometimes overlook how important the yard is to their success. Without proper management, facilitated by a yard management system (YMS), pile ups can lead to delays, fees, and a full shipment of stress.
Retail Inventory: Old Method, New Tricks
How Japan’s 7-Eleven revolutionized retailers' stock orders and created a simple framework for smaller retailers to get stock that customers want.
3PL, Inventory Management, Technology
Taking Stock of Inventory Management
New forecasting tools, added 3PL services, and increased collaboration are among the strategies companies rely on to inform inventory management.
Fulfillment, Inventory Management, Warehousing
Old Processes Impede New Inventory Strategies
Few businesses use new technologies to tackle supply chain issues caused by the pandemic due to tighter costs and legacy work processes, resulting in lost revenue.
Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management
Reducing Customer Costs Through Strategic Inventory Movements
Taylored Services' unique approach allows the company to develop independent processes designed to drive the success of customers through increased operational transparency and strategy.
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Warehousing
Inventory Management: Two Key Indicators to Improve Warehouse Operations
Calculating the coverage rate and the turnover rate are excellent ways to add resiliency to your supply chain. To do this you will need a solution in which you can accurately track data in real time.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Warehousing
Picking an Inventory Solution
With the right inventory management solution, businesses can flex and adapt quickly regardless of market conditions. These eight tips from Oracle NetSuite will help you pick an inventory management solution that positions your business for success.
Big Data, Inventory Management, Technology
Drone Technology Improves Warehouse Performance
An innovative drone-based technology solution enables Romark Logistics to automate pallet counts and offer inventory analytics and insights to its customers.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
The Importance of Inventory Accuracy After COVID-19
Once the COVID-19 pandemic subsides and doors reopen, apparel and footwear retailers say their main concern is inventory accuracy—even over improving online order fulfillment and managing returns.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Supply Chain
What to Look For When Taking Stock of an Inventory Management System
Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain
Repositioning Inventory to Better Respond to Natural Disasters
Health Care Logistics, Inventory Management, Lean, Logistics, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Caldwell Hospital Gets a Lean Bill of Health
A North Carolina hospital improves patient care by prescribing a lean and healthy supply chain.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain
Solving the E-Commerce Puzzle
To overcome the challenges that e-commerce presents to the supply chain, shippers need to succeed at omni-channel fulfillment. From leveraging brick-and-mortar stores to deploying an order management system, here’s how they can compete in an e-commerce world.
Big Data, Education & Careers, Inventory Management, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Winter Reading Guide 2017
Winter provides a great advantage–time. The hustle and bustle of the holidays is over and colder weather prevails. There’s no better time to hit the books and amp up your knowledge of important logistics and supply chain management issues.
Distribution, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain
Hardware Upgrade Unwraps DC Improvements
Kelli’s Gift Shop Suppliers deployed Janam’s mobile computers and transformed its distribution center operations. From improving efficiency and productivity, find out how the handheld devices boosted inventory control and customer satisfaction for the wholesale distributor.
Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain
How Precise Forecasting Tames Item Proliferation
More accurate forecasts enable better planning, lower inventory and manufacturing costs, and improved service levels.
Food Logistics, Distribution, Inventory Management, Transportation, Warehousing
Alan Sargent: A Sweet Confection Connection
Profile of Alan Sargent, supply chain and logistics director, Just Born Candy
Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Reshape and Refresh Your Product Portfolio for a Streamlined Supply Chain
Product proliferation can bring supply chain inefficiencies. Here's a comprehensive approach to refreshing your product offerings that can reduce complexity and increase the bottom line.
E-commerce, Distribution, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain
Balancing Inventory for a Better Customer Experience
With the growth of e-commerce, retailers have identified a potential opportunity to reduce working capital by thinning inventory at brick-and-mortar stores—opting instead to maintain major portions of inventory at distribution centers upstream.
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation
Making Scents of Demand Planning
Bedoukian Research improves forecasting, demand planning, inventory management, and logistics processes with the help of Smart Software.
Automotive Logistics, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics
The Automotive Aftermarket: Time for a Tuneup?
Three recent developments—a shift to omni-channel retailing, an increase in manufacturing investment in Mexico, and the approval of the Trans-Pacific Partnership—are having a pronounced impact on automotive aftermarket supply chains. Here’s how automakers, auto parts suppliers, and logistics service providers can respond effectively.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Technology , Warehousing
IoT in the Supply Chain
As the world becomes increasingly connected via the Internet of Things (IoT), the amount of data being created and shared is skyrocketing. Your supply chain will be profoundly affected.
Forklifts, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing, Visibility
Building the Connected Warehouse
A connected warehouse maximizes warehouse efficiency, as well as positions a company to decisively navigate constant changes across the supply chain. Real-time data intelligence delivers the visibility and control needed to effect measurable improvements.
Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management
Azteca Foods Craves Inventory Management System
When Azteca Foods outgrew its manual pallet tracking system in its production facility, Barcoding Inc. delivered a solution.
Product Philanthropy: An Efficient Way to Move Unwanted Inventory
Excess inventory is a common problem that contains its own best solution: product philanthropy. Donating unwanted products to charity requires minimal time and labor, yet generates solid returns.
Customer Service, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics, Retail, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management
Inventory Replenishment: Why Push When You Can Pull?
Retailers are implementing technology to more accurately forecast demand.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Finding an Inventory Solution That’s Just Right for Your Small Business
Inventory management is often difficult and time-consuming for smaller businesses, but the right solution can remove some of the pressure.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management
Communication is Key When Optimizing Logistics Networks
The key to any successful relationship is communication. Your logistics network is no different.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
The World is Your Warehouse, 2.0
New lower-cost commercial systems and equipment are just over the horizon; they will provide an exciting array of inventory control to the logistics and supply chain community.
Reverse Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
Designing a New Strategy for a New Year
Debunking these five myths helps retailers and manufacturers see the real value of dedicated returns management.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
Searching For the New Perfect Order
Retailers need new technologies and capabilities to operate in a new omni-channel world.
Inventory Management, Warehousing
How to Make Physical Inventory Counts Less Stressful
Implementing a cycle-counting program makes physical inventory counts a lot less daunting.
3PL, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Risk Management, Supply Chain Management
Keeping Vendor Risk Under Control During the Holiday Season
With the holiday season in full swing, logistics managers must be able to rely on their vendors to perform.
Reverse Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics I.T., Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Supply Chain Integration + Collaboration = Time Travel?
Debunking these five myths helps retailers and manufacturers see the real value of dedicated returns management.
3PL, Reverse Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Why Retailers Put Their Sleighbells on in May
Retailers try to head off peak season surprises by beginning their Christmas lists in the spring.
Inventory Management, Transportation
Critical Shipments: If I Only Had a Part
Bad things happen when systems break down. Flights get canceled. Production lines stop. The critical spare parts logistics involved in getting operations running again demand both precision and speed. Here’s how you can become a wizard at critical shipments.
Customer Service, Distribution, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Retail, Supply Chain Management
From the Outside In: Supply Chain as Strategic Advantage
Executives at two leading companies weigh in on supply chain’s value to their organizations.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics I.T.
The New Retail: Three Legs to Stand On
Retail operations need support from e-commerce, IT, and logistics execution.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management
New Retail Strategies: It’s a Store! It’s a Site! It’s a Warehouse!
Retailers are modifying their supply chain strategies in response to recent industry trends.
Health Care Logistics, Inventory Management, Transportation Management, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management
First Aid for the Hospital Supply Chain
Hospitals can cut costs by improving supply chain operations, inventory control, and transportation management.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management
Diving Into Multi-Channel Fulfillment
Kaikini Bikini manages growth with integrated inventory control and shipping.
Inventory Management, Logistics I.T.
How the Internet of Things Impacts Supply Chains
The Internet of Things can affect supply chain operations by increasing in-transit visibility.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
Optimizing the Fashion Supply Chain
Fashion businesses must react instantly to fashion shifts and focus on getting goods to consumers quickly.
Education & Careers, Inventory Management
Senthil Arumugam: Building a Better Way
Senthil Arumugam, vice president of logistics & inventory management at US LBM Holdings, constructs a sturdy operation.
Inventory Management, Logistics I.T.
Fight Inventory Pain Points
Avoid common inventory issues: inaccurate inventory counts, costly end-of-year write-offs, and lost inventory.
Education & Careers, Inventory Management, Manufacturing
Bob Kalland Knows the Drill
Bob Kalland digs his job as inventory and logistics manager for Atlas Copco Mining and Rock Excavation.
Inventory Management, Lean, Supply Chain Management
Streamlining Inventory Through SKU Rationalization
The number of stockkeeping units has increased considerably. Doing an ABC analysis helps eliminate unneeded inventory.
Inventory Management, Logistics I.T.
Leveraging Big Data
Analyzing supply chain data allows shippers to improve their logistics operations.
Cloud Computing, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management
Cloud-based System Furnishes Supply Chain Visibility
Faced with long lead times and potential production delays, Badcock Furniture and More invested in a cloud-based tool.
Inventory Management, Lean, Partnership, Supply Chain Management
Collaborative Programs: Not a Chore But an Opportunity
Programs such as vendor managed inventory (VMI) and efficient consumer response (ECR) fuel supply chain growth.
E-commerce, 3PL, Distribution, Inventory Management, Retail, Packaging
Cosmetics Logistics: The Beauty of an Optimized Supply Chain
Cosmetics companies face challenges such as time- and temperature-sensitive shipments and retailer packaging requirements.
Global Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management
The Direct Sales Supply Chain: Where There’s a Will There’s Amway
George Calvert of Amway explains how the company's supply chain strategy supports its business model.
3PL, Health Care Logistics, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management
Controlling Costs in the Healthcare Supply Chain
Many healthcare companies are investigating ways to consolidate and trim expenses in logistics and supply chain.
E-commerce, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Site Selection, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
Setting the E-Commerce Gold Standard
Chris Halkyard, chief supply chain officer for e-commerce site Gilt, discusses managing flash sale logistics.
E-commerce, Distribution, Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Picking Solutions, Warehousing
DSW Tries On New SKUs and Stocks
Retailer DSW's new replenishment materials handling solution improves inventory control and reduces in-store markdowns.
Inventory Management, Partnership, Supply Chain Management
PVMI: A New Approach to Supply Chain Control
Production vendor managed inventory enables manufacturers to gain supply chain control.
E-commerce, Reverse Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management
Minimizing the Financial Impact of Peak Season Returns
Processing defective returns and overstocks quickly helps retailers maximize the recovery rate on this inventory.
Inventory Management, Logistics I.T.
A New Paradigm in Vendor Partner Management
Implementing tools and processes that enable better shipment visibility and control of in-transit inventory helps improve vendor partner management.
China, Global Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics I.T.
Putting Stock in Retail Analytics Tools
Kimberly-Clark China uses retail analytics tools to manage inventory and avoid stockouts at stores like Walmart.
Distribution, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Warehousing
Inventory Optimization: A Natural Fit
A new inventory management system by Manhattan Associates nurses Nature's Best's fulfillment operations back to health.
3PL Value-Adds Mean Millions
By identifying the value-adds that brand and retail shippers want, logistics providers can position their offerings to bring millions in benefits to their customers and make the relationship stick, writes Greg White of Blue Ridge.
E-commerce, 3PL, Inventory Management, Retail
You Are Everywhere: Mapping the New Retail Supply Chain
Multi-channel apparel retailers such as Nordstrom use strategic inventory management, order fulfillment, transportation management, and reverse logistics to meet customer demand.
Distribution, Inventory Management, Transportation Management
Integration: The Dawning of a New Era
When baseball cap maker New Era’s business growth hit critical mass, it realigned its distribution operations, fusing Menlo Worldwide Logistics’ outsourced solutions with its global supply chain.
Bar-coding Systems, Inventory Management
The Secret Ingredient For Inventory Accuracy
Tomato canner Red Gold achieves 99-percent inventory accuracy with QuikTrac data collection software from Integrated Barcoding Systems.
Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management
Gaining Ground
Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo cites real-world cases of supply chain gains, including Del Monte Foods, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, and National Starch.
Inventory Management, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing
Unleashing Logistics Excellence
Natural pet food manufacturer WellPet partnered with Aspen Logistics and Kane is Able to improve its supply chain and warehousing operations.
3PL, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management
CSCMP Annual Conference: Can We Talk?
Wherever you went, attendees at the 2010 CSCMP Annual Conference were talking supply chain risk, volatility, disruption, and visibility.
Distribution, Inventory Management, Retail
How to Develop a Direct-to-Store Delivery Model
A Direct-to-Store Delivery (DSD) delivery model helps consumer goods manufacturers gain speed and increase inventory turns.
3PL, Distribution, Inventory Management, Temperature Controlled, Warehousing
Logistics Outsourcing: An Active Culture at Dannon
Dannon's network design provides flexibility and speed to serve customers quickly, reduces transport time and costs, and delivers on the company's sustainability initiatives, while ensuring product freshness.
Inventory Management, Retail, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
E-fulfillment: Finding the Perfect Fit
Online haberdasher Bonobos relies on its third-party fulfillment partner, Quiet Logistics, which operates warehousing facilities with Kiva's robotics materials handling solution.
Lean Logistics, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management
Lean Isn't Mean and Agile Isn't Cheap
Back in 2014, I wrote a column extolling the benefits of a lean and agile supply chain, also known as a hybrid strategy. Depending on your product or service, your supply chain may tilt more one way or the other, or it might be segmented but still exhibit characteristics of both. For example, if you sell commodities, you would focus more on efficiency. If you were in fashion, you’d tend to be more responsive.
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Sustainability
Rowenta Irons Out Inventory Challenges
Rowenta's sustainable product design, massive global inventory stock, rapid delivery of repair parts, and 3D printing technology combine to drive supply chain operations supporting an incredible commitment to customer service.
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Risk Management
Evaluate Risk Before Critical Decisions
The past year has opened the door to many risks and response strategies that supply chain leaders must keep top of mind when making critical inventory, demand, logistics, and pricing decisions.
Inventory Management, Transportation
Transparency Builds Trust
In an episode of the Inbound Logistics podcast, Marty Wadle and Paul Jensen of Ruan describe what makes a logistics partnership thrive. Ruan offers an integrated solution that it believes removes waste and duplication and creates a stronger relationship with the customer. Wadle and Jensen explain the benefits of when a logistics provider is an integral part of their customer’s enterprise with goals and objectives that are fundamentally aligned.
Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Sustainability
Latest Fashion Trend? Sustainability
Sustainability is more important than ever for fashion supply chains. The biggest shift has been the number of products labeled "recycled" or "containing recycled materials."
Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management
3 Ways Dynamic Pricing Helps Retailers
Both physical and online retailers who maintain their own supply chain channels need to recognize their ability to control inventory levels by manipulating price.
Inventory Management, Risk Management, Technology
What supply chain adjustment would you have made at the start of 2020 if you knew then what you know now?
From preparing for e-commerce growth to auditing cybersecurity practices, supply chain leaders share the adjustments they'd make at the start of 2020 knowing what they know now.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Partnership
What Makes a Go-To Ecommerce Partner? Ask Baboon To The Moon
Gaining command over their inventory as well as every order, return, and exchange, bag maker Baboon to the Moon is over the moon about its logistics partner.
Inventory Management, Technology , Warehousing
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT | Labeling Solutions
Product Spotlight: Take a look at the latest supply chain labeling solutions, including barcode scanners, printers, software, and inventory management tools.
Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management
Industrial Technology and the Supply Chain: Is 2018 the Year We Turn a Corner?
Maturing systems, implementation expertise, and newly enacted tax incentives bode well for significant leaps in supply chain efficiency. Here’s why 2018 will be the year for technology ROI.
E-commerce, Distribution, Fulfillment, Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management
Managing the Amazon Effect
Whether online or in-store, customers expect an immediate and frictionless shopping experience, thanks to Amazon. To compete, you must level the playing field with experiences that keep customers coming back to your branded e-commerce site.
Inventory Management, Security, Warehousing
Cargo Security: Have a Safe Trip
Moving freight in 2022 can be a tricky business. Not only are ongoing supply chain slowdowns generating opportunities for cargo thieves, but in today’s day and age, increased reliance on technology brings a whole new set of vulnerabilities with it.
Inventory Management, Retail, Packaging
Vertical Focus: Consumer Packaged Goods
Take a look at what's trending in the consumer packaged goods supply chain.
Inventory Management, Transportation Management, Transportation
Managing Transportation: Insider Tips and Winning Strategies
Transportation management has become increasingly complex and challenging. To help Inbound Logistics asked the experts to share their best advice.
Fulfillment, Inventory Management, Risk Management
Balancing Just-in-Time with Just-in-Case
Supply chain leaders must balance efficiency and cost, with inventory management strategies that incorporate the Lean efficiencies of Just-in-Time with the higher inventory levels of Just-in-Case.
Inventory Management, Transportation, Warehousing
10 Tips for Managing Inbound Transportation
Whether its raw materials or popular holiday products a primary objective is to get goods to your customers exactly when and where they need it. Here are 10 tips for managing inbound transportation.
Inventory Management, Labor Management, Technology
Supply-Side Accuracy and Timeliness in Volatile Times
By focusing on supply-side accuracy and timeliness in your supply chain, you can not only cut down on unnecessary excess inventory and outages, but also plan and meet demand more precisely in this volatile environment.
Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics
Dollar Tree—Winning Through Logistics
What can a great logistics operation do for a company in this economy? Lots more than move boxes around, as it turns out. Dollar Tree's logistics team serves as a great example.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
What Retailers Should Add to their Holiday Checklist to Avoid E-Commerce Disruptions
It’s never too soon for retailers to start planning for the critical elements of the transaction process to ensure a successful holiday season and to avoid disruptions. Here are three items that should be on every online retailer’s holiday checklist.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
Fresh Strategies for Rebuilding Retail
As e-commerce demand builds, online-only and omnichannel retailers alike lay the foundation for new partnerships and processes to keep pace, brick by brick.
Big Data, Inventory Management, Technology
SerVaas Laboratories Cleans Up with Business Intelligence
When a company's employee roster includes 100 workers but the products are sold in one dozen countries, accurate sales and inventory data is critical. Business intelligence solutions, however, have traditionally exceeded the budgets of small to mid-sized companies.
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management
A Valid Question
"Inbound logistics" doesn't sound odd now. But in 1980, it was counterculture. Today, many call this approach supply chain management or the demand-driven enterprise. No matter what you call it, the benefits and value are clear.
Last Mile Delivery, Inventory Management, Warehousing
Supply Chain Checklist for a COVID-19 World
Here are some key strategies for improving your supply chain in the current environment, as well as preparing to adapt to the uncertainties ahead.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
Omnichannel and Supply Chain Work Together for Competitive Advantage
Accomplishing omnichannel service with high levels of service, while remaining profitable, requires real-time visibility of inventory across the supply chain and a single view of the consumer as they move from one channel to another.
E-commerce, Inventory Management, Retail
12 Ways of Christmas
From new hires to customer expectations, here's what's in store for shippers this holiday season.
Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Technology
Extreme Networks Rewires Its Supply Chain
Extreme Networks’ acquisition spree provided the perfect reason to overhaul its supply chain practices and processes.
Automotive Logistics, Inventory Management, Transportation
Transporting Cars: RoRo or Containers
Using containerization in place of the traditional roll-on roll-off, or Ro-Ro, transport style has many advantages to the driver, the automotive supplier and the consumer.
Inventory Management, Sourcing/Negotiations, Materials Handling
Applying Lean Thinking to Procurement
Here’s how to integrate demand and supply initiatives and techniques into your procurement strategies.
Food Logistics, Demand Planning, Inventory Management
Hunger Games: Managing Food Logistics Challenges When Demand Spikes
When consumers are ravenous for a trendy food or beverage, whether an unexpected, one-time jump or a seasonal occurrence, supply chain professionals can meet demand and boost sales by leveraging analytics to more accurately forecast demand shifts and working closely with business partners to expand capacity.
Retail Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail
Germany, Austria Retailers Go for BOPIS
Germany and Austria retailers display a balanced market of omnichannel practices.
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Global Trade Management, Risk Management
Vertical Focus: Electronics
The electronics industry has seen price hikes, supply chain shortages, an increase in global demand, and much more. Here's the latest Vertical Focus on what's happening in the electronics industry.
Big Data, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Supply Chain
Designing a Soft Goods Supply Chain
Discover how soft goods supply chains can use AI, ML, and other advanced technologies to accurately predict peak season demand.
E-commerce, Retail Logistics, Distribution, Fulfillment, Inventory Management, Lean, Supply Chain Management
How can retailers compete with the logistics dominance of the e-commerce behemoths?
Readers share how they keep their smaller retail businesses competitive against massive-commerce companies.
Last Mile Delivery, Distribution, Fulfillment, Inventory Management, Visibility
Consumers Have the Last (Mile) Laugh
While the use of last-mile delivery has increased in the pandemic era, the process has experienced various growing pains. A new consumer survey shows customers have encountered regular delays and would like to have greater visibility of their deliveries.
Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Visibility
Ensuring Supply Chain Visibility
In today's increasingly omnichannel marketplace, good visibility is vital throughout the supply chain. Here's how to maintain optimal visibility at 10 key touchpoints.
Inventory Management, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology
Hidaka Forges Automated Inventory Solution
An unusually large customer order drives Hidaka to implement the Mobility Physical Inventory App from AIM Computer Solutions. Along with automating the inventory process, the solution provides accurate and timely information.
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain
Tuning Into Supply Chain Orchestration
The trends affecting supply chains require an agile approach.
Lean Logistics, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Golf Ball Maker Hits Supply Chain Sweet Spot
With a pull instead of a push replenishment strategy, golf ball maker Acushnet increased supply chain efficiency.
Inventory Management, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology
Supply Chain Productivity Boosters: Three Technologies Making Maximum Impact
No hype here. These three technological innovations are already enhancing effectiveness, lowering operational costs, and increasing customer satisfaction in supply chain management.
E-commerce, Retail Logistics, Inventory Management, Retail, Supply Chain
E-Commerce Commentary: Three Ways Shippers Can Improve Customer Satisfaction
Shippers should turn their attention to three frequently overlooked components of inventory record management to improve inventory accuracy and, ultimately, consumer satisfaction.
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