Channel 3: Videocasts

10th Annual DC Metrics Study: How do you measure up?
Which metrics are most important to DC and warehousing professionals? How well do their operations perform against key measures of service, efficiency, cost, and quality? How does your own facility measure up against the competition? Find out by watching this webcast, as Dr. Karl Manrodt of Georgia Southern University, Joseph Tillman of Supply Chain Visions Ltd., and DC VELOCITY Editorial Director Peter Bradley present an overview of the results of the 10th Annual DC Metrics Study, conducted by DC VELOCITY and the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC).
May 2013

Smartphones and tablets: Ready for prime time in the DC?
Their low price point has some companies considering adopting consumer mobile devices for use in the DC. But it's not clear whether these devices are quite up to the task yet. In this webcast, DC VELOCITY editors David Maloney and James Cooke will explore whether smartphones and tablets designed for consumer applications are suitable for use in distribution processes. They will also look at some other mobile technologies that are making an impact within the warehouse.
April 2013

Order picking in a high-growth environment: Value Drug Mart's experience
Value Drug Mart, an Alberta-based alliance of independent pharmacies, is experiencing rapid growth. The accompanying increase in order volumes created several challenges for its distribution center. In this webcast, Operations Manager Dwayne Bilawchuk discusses how Value Drug Mart met those challenges with a combination of automation and pick-to-light technologies.
March 2013

The Panama Canal expansion: What will it mean for you?
How will a wider, deeper Panama Canal impact U.S. importers, exporters, and the seaports that serve them? How will the market-share battle that's shaping up between West Coast and East and Gulf Coast ports play out? Will the lower cost of shipping all-water to the East Coast instead of overland via West Coast ports justify the longer transit time? Our panel of maritime and intermodal industry experts will explore those questions and more.
February 2013

WMS: What to watch for in 2013
What does the future hold for warehouse management systems (WMS)? James Cooke, DC VELOCITY TechWatch columnist and editor of CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly, offers his predictions about important WMS developments that are likely to impact logistics and supply chain operations in the year ahead. DC VELOCITY Editorial Director Peter Bradley moderates this informative discussion.
January 2013

Sustainable logistics: You can turn "green" into gold
Think sustainable logistics is just a fad or catchphrase du jour? This webcast will change your mind! First, you'll learn from Jason Mathers of Environmental Defense Fund why "green" should be part of your long-term logistics strategy. Then, hear how a major online retailer's unusual DC retrofit helped it achieve out-of-this-world energy savings. This informative presentation will be held Thursday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern / 11:00 a.m. Pacific.
December 2012

Cut Your International Shipping Process by up to 50%
Get the latest international shipping essentials from two of the industry's foremost shipping experts. USPS executive Frank Cebello brings you up to date on export-monitoring regulations, lithium-battery policy, and more. DYMO Endicia co-founder Amine Khechfe arms you with exciting ways to improve your margins and cut your international shipping process by up to 50%.
December 2012

Reverse Logistics and Sustainability
A good reverse logistics strategy not only ensures the capture of as much value as possible from products that come back through the supply chain, but in the case of such products as electronics and chemicals also includes processes for responsible disposal. In this webcast, Editorial Director Peter Bradley and Dr. Dale Rogers of Rutgers University will discuss how reverse logistics can play an important role in a company's sustainability efforts.
November 2012

Discover Hidden Treasure in Your Distribution Center
This webinar will focus on how distribution centers can take advantage of the latest mobility trends and technologies, as well as what to look for in best-of-breed WMS solutions to discover that hidden treasure within their operations.
November 2012

The Future of Data Collection: How New Technologies Can Revolutionize Your Operations
Based on the results of a 2012 survey by Supply Chain Services and Motorola Solutions, this webinar reviews the future plans of warehouse companies for adopting advanced data collection technologies to automate processes and workflows. The results of this survey reveal new information about how data is gathered and used today to help companies better manage their operations.
October 2012

Parcel shipping takes to the cloud
For parcel shippers and service providers, the returns on investing in Web-based "cloud" computing can be as rapid as they are significant. This webcast will examine the power of the cloud, the challenges of converting to the platform, and the advantages that can be gained from doing so.
October 2012

"Driverless" forklifts: efficiency booster or gimmick?
This webcast provides an overview of the market solutions for "driverless" robotic forklifts and how this technology is unfolding for distribution operations involving full-case picking applications. Marc Wulfraat, President of MWPVL International, a supply chain and logistics consulting firm, discusses how this technology works, when the technology makes economic sense, and whether these vehicles live up to the hype.
September 2012

The Container Store revs up productivity with voice-directed picking
When The Container Store switched from an RF system to voice-directed picking for its retail and direct-to-consumer orders, overall productivity at its DC jumped by 10 percent, and by as much as 15 percent in some areas. In this webcast, Christy Parra, director of logistics systems at The Container Store, and Jeff Slevin, chief operating officer of Lucas Systems, explain how the purveyor of home organizing products made those impressive gains.
August 2012

Metrics Under the Microscope - How to Best Optimize the DC
Join Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D., Professor of Logistics at Georgia Southern University, and DC Velocity Senior Editor David Maloney as they discuss the results of a recent survey of benchmarking measures among Warehousing Educational Research Council (WERC) members and DC Velocity readers.
August 2012

Made in the U.S.A. again: Is "reshoring" right for you?
Join Harry Moser, founder of the nonprofit Reshoring Initiative, and Editor at Large James Cooke for a discussion of why and how companies should consider the total cost picture when deciding where to source products, parts, and materials.
June 2012

Nature's Best: The Value of Voice in Managing Growth and Containing Costs
View this webcast to learn how Nature's Best, the nation's largest privately-owned wholesaler-distributor of natural and organic products, has driven significant results in performance, cost savings and customer satisfaction through using Vocollect Voice in its facilities.
June 2012

The 23rd annual "State of Logistics Report": A deeper dive
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals' annual "State of Logistics Report" is considered by many to be the most comprehensive benchmark of U.S. logistics activity available. In this special webcast hosted by DC Velocity Senior Editor Mark B. Solomon, report author Rosalyn Wilson of Delcan Corp. will discuss the 2011 findings and what they mean for logistics professionals in 2012 and beyond. A panel of industry experts—Joseph Gallick of study sponsor Penske Logistics, John Lanigan of BNSF Railway, and Richard H. Thompson of Jones Lang LaSalle—will also offer their commentary on the study's results.
June 2012

2012 Salary Survey: How much are you worth?
Results of our 2012 Salary Survey show that salaries are up and job satisfaction is high. Why such positive results in a still-sluggish economy? Is what you earn comparable to your peers? How can you increase your value to an employer? Don Jacobson, senior partner at Optimum Supply Chain Recruiters; Susan Rider, president of Rider & Associates; and DCV Associate Managing Editor Susan K. Lacefield will answer these and other key career questions.
May 2012

Ninth Annual DC Metrics Study: How does your DC measure up?
Join Dr. Karl Manrodt of Georgia Southern University, Kate Vitasek of Supply Chain Visions and the University of Tennessee's Center for Executive Education, Joseph Tillman of Supply Chain Visions, and DC VELOCITY Editorial Director Peter Bradley for a look at the results of our Ninth Annual DC Metrics Study.
May 2012

"Dude, where's my driver?"
Join DC VELOCITY Senior Editor Mark B. Solomon, Gordon Klemp of the National Transportation Institute, and Henry E. Seaton of Seaton & Husk LP for a discussion about the impact of government regulation and other trends on truck driver hiring, retention, and compensation. This informative, LIVE presentation will be held Wednesday, March 21, at 3:00 pm EDT / Noon PDT.
March 2012

Cloud-Based WMS: Is it Ready for Prime Time?
DC VELOCITY Editor at Large James Cooke and Frank Camean, founder of the systems integrator 4SIGHT Supply Chain Group, discuss the pros and cons of cloud-based WMS solutions.
February 2012

Tips for Effective Lift Truck Training
DC VELOCITY Editorial Director Peter Bradley and Travis Rhoden, Editor of J. J. Keller & Associates Inc.'s Workplace Safety, discuss how to develop a sound forklift driver training program.
January 2012

Measuring Sustainability in the Warehouse
Join DC Velocity Editorial Director Peter Bradley and Richard Bank of the Sustainable Supply Chain Foundation for a look at why investment in sustainability is proving to be a sound business practice. Then listen in as Ron Massman of The Dependable Companies discusses a successful environmental project at his company's main distribution center.
December 2011

Build a Better Parcel Solution with Regional Services
Join DC Velocity Senior Editor Mark Solomon and three parcel industry experts for a discussion on how regional carriers can help make your parcel spend go farther without compromising your service levels.
December 2011

Sortation Systems: Sorting Through the Options
Join DC Velocity Editorial Director Peter Bradley and Paul Faber of Tompkins Associates as they explore the various types of sortation systems along with some of the equipment and design issues to consider when making a selection.
November 2011

How to Unleash Profits by Improving Reverse Logistics
Learn how your company can effectively manage reverse logistics to find hidden profits, improve customer satisfaction and minimize liabilities.
November 2011

Taking Automated Storage to New Heights
Join DC Velocity's editors as we discuss the advantages of today's automated storage systems with Brent Tymensky, vice president of design engineering at the systems integrator Fortna.
November 2011

Cardinal Health's Voice Technology Journey – Moving from First-Generation Voice to Voice-Plus
Hear how Cardinal Health has successfully moved to the next generation of mobile voice-directed systems.
November 2011

Beyond Basic TMS
Gartner analyst C. Dwight Klappich will give his advice on what shippers in the market for a new or upgraded TMS should look for in a package.
October 2011

Labor Management Storm Watch: Preparing for the Road Ahead
The labor management storm of strict regulation and rising overhead is here, and logistics companies like yours are scrambling to take cover. At the same time, you need to find new ways to increase your workforce's productivity, while avoiding unnecessary costs.
September 2011

Replacing Paper-based Operations with Intermec Mobility Solutions
Watch this webinar and learn how Intermec and PathGuide Warehouse Management Solutions helped IRLY Distributors boost warehouse productivity and improve customer satisfaction.
September 2011

Value Added Strategies for Today's Challenging Distribution Channel
This webcast provides an overview of the challenges that wholesale distributors face in complying with customer-specific requirements.
June 2011

Trends in Supply Chain Management
In this video presentation, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals CEO and President Rick D. Blasgen discusses the importance of supply chain management to business success, supply chain trends CSCMP is seeing around the world, and how global supply chains drive change.
May 2011

Question: What is IBM Cloud Computing Optimization and Analytics?
IBM Watson Answer: Learn how companies are dealing with transformative events in their logistics network and managing uncertainty in a turbulent market.
April 2011

RFID in the Supply Chain – Practice and Adoption
In this webcast you'll learn how to gain total visibility through RFID flexibility.
September 2010

Real Time Mobility – Cost Effective Solutions for Distribution
Explore wireless and mobile solutions that can improve your operations and offer a fast return on investment.
August 2009

Transportation Procurement & Payment: Righting the Ship in the Middle of the Storm
Tune into this webinar to hear highlights from Aberdeen Group's compelling research study and report, Transportation Procurement & Payment: Righting the Ship in the Middle of the Storm.
April 2009

How to Thrive in an Economic Downturn
Learn what you can (and should) do now to be sure you and your operation are perfectly positioned to survive the current economic environment and poised to reach greater success as the market rebounds.
January 2009

Right Products, Right Customer – Achieving Quality Control in Shipping
Moderated by David Maloney, senior editor of DC VELOCITY, this informative session will show you how Zebra Communications and its partner EMP Technical Group designed a solution for a tool and die manufacturer that assures 100 percent shipping accuracy.
December 2008

Revolutionize Your Distribution Operations
Moderated by David Maloney, senior editor of DC VELOCITY, this informative session will show you how integrated inventory management solutions can revolutionize your distribution operations.
September 2008

Metrics – How Do You Measure Up?
Moderated by Peter Bradley, editorial director of DC VELOCITY, this informative session features Karl B. Manrodt, associate professor of logistics at Georgia Southern University, and Kate Vitasek, managing partner of Supply Chain Visions. Karl and Kate will present the results of their fifth annual study on warehouse metrics.
May 2008

See New Possibilities in Order Fulfillment Emerge
During a 30-minute videocast filmed in front of an audience on the NA08 show floor, Bertlesmann Direct's Vice President of Operations David Piersma outlined the company's order fulfillment challenge and its eventual solution: creating a dynamic slotting system using SI Systems' software suite.
April 2008