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James A. Cooke
Editor at Large
James Cooke has more than two decades' experience as a journalist covering logistics and transportation as well as supply chain strategy and technology. A former editor at Logistics Management magazine, he has earned numerous awards for his well-written, in-depth articles spotlighting developments in distribution. During his tenure at that publication, he served in such roles as news editor, international editor, feature writer, technology editor, and, finally, executive editor. Among his many accomplishments was winning the award for Most Valuable Editor in the Supply Chain Group at Reed Business Information. Along with several members of the DC VELOCITY team, he helped drive the 1997 launch of Supply Chain Management Review. He is a frequent speaker on the logistics conference circuit, including CSCMP, MHIA, and WERC.
Carquest revs up its order operations
With a robust WMS in place, auto parts supplier Carquest can now turn emergency orders around in under two hours.
BI moves to the cloud
Small companies want access to the same business intelligence software capabilities their large counterparts enjoy. New cloud-based versions are making that possible.
Beware: Cyberwolves on the prowl
Internet security threats are on the rise, and supply chain information networks are on the list of potential targets.
Voice made easy
Outdoor retailer Cabela's wanted the advantages of voice technology but not the costs and hassles of a large-scale implementation. Could it find a system that filled the bill?
How's it going? Depends on who you ask
Respondents to DC Velocity's 2012 Outlook Survey were evenly divided on where the U.S. economy was headed this year. But most are still upping their budgets for transportation services.
Speed readers
Even after setting up a sophisticated supplier communication portal, Ingersoll Rand experienced delays obtaining inventory visibility. An RFID system changed all that.
Software that eases DC labor pains
Managing dozens of temporary workers during peak season has the potential to be a headache and a half. But new software can minimize the hassles.
For best results, add carrot
Thinking about trying labor management software in your DC? Look for a program that lets you set up performance incentives for workers.
Is the ultra-low-power sensor the future of tracking?
A device originally developed to track insects could potentially be used to track cargo, according to scientists at MIT.
Trading made easier
When trade documentation threatened to become a major chokepoint, engine maker Tognum America turned to software to rev up the process.
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