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An integrated order picking system has slashed labor costs, boosted throughput, and virtually eliminated errors at KeHe Distributors' new DC. And it used ordinary technologies to do it.
Middleware quickly closing the great software divide
The latest "middleware" programs have eased the hassles of getting different software apps to "talk" to each other. Developments now under way promise to make it easier still.
The latest "middleware" programs have eased the hassles of getting different software apps to "talk" to each other. Developments now under way promise to make it easier still.
Disaster planning for DC operations
Your company may be prepared for fires, floods, and labor strikes. But does it have a plan for dealing with material handling system breakdowns?
Your company may be prepared for fires, floods, and labor strikes. But does it have a plan for dealing with material handling system breakdowns?
Koch cranks up the volume
When a new line of business caused backups at Koch Entertainment's packing stations, an automated packaging system cleared the logjam. Now the music and film distributor is shipping a lot more orders in much less time.
When a new line of business caused backups at Koch Entertainment's packing stations, an automated packaging system cleared the logjam. Now the music and film distributor is shipping a lot more orders in much less time.
the go-between
In Simon & Schuster's fast-paced distribution operations, the warehouse management system may call the shots. But it's the warehouse control system that makes sure things get done.
In Simon & Schuster's fast-paced distribution operations, the warehouse management system may call the shots. But it's the warehouse control system that makes sure things get done.
running like clockwork
Runaway growth over the past decade had put a strain on order fulfillment capabilities at The Swiss Colony's Madison, Wis., DC. But an automated system has transformed it into a well-oiled operation.
Runaway growth over the past decade had put a strain on order fulfillment capabilities at The Swiss Colony's Madison, Wis., DC. But an automated system has transformed it into a well-oiled operation.
plug and play? No way!
Lots of vendors will tell you their material handling equipment is ready to "plug and play." But the reality is, there will still be a need for systems integrators for a long time to come.
Lots of vendors will tell you their material handling equipment is ready to "plug and play." But the reality is, there will still be a need for systems integrators for a long time to come.
technology takes the road to Rio
Though Latin America is still playing catch-up when it comes to supply chain technology, it will progress quickly over the next few years—if vendors can avoid some potential roadblocks.
Though Latin America is still playing catch-up when it comes to supply chain technology, it will progress quickly over the next few years—if vendors can avoid some potential roadblocks.
let's set the record straight
It's no secret that our industry has an image problem. What kid goes off to college with career plans to work in a distribution center?
It's no secret that our industry has an image problem. What kid goes off to college with career plans to work in a distribution center?
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