White Papers

	Warehouse Management For Wholesale Distributors: The Adaptive Supply Chain Network Learn how an adaptive fulfillment network, which is part of a larger adaptive supply chain network, deals with supply chain execution processes that reside in distribution centers but impact the larger ecosystem of an adaptive supply chain network. Presented by: SAP Date: March 2010
	2009 Secondary Packaging Outsourcing Report Increased flexibility and reduced costs are two top reasons why manufacturers are outsourcing their secondary packaging services, according to a new study sponsored by Saddle Creek Corporation and Contract Packaging magazine. Based on an online survey of contract packaging users, the 2009 Secondary Packaging Outsourcing Report explores these benefits as well as common practices and emerging trends in the outsourcing of secondary packaging. Presented by: Saddle Creek Date: March 2010
	Perfect Order Fulfillment for Wholesale Distribution Superior order management can be a competitive edge, improving customer satisfaction and retention as well as the bottom line. What does it take to achieve streamlined order management performance? To move ever closer to order perfection and a truly happy customer base, you must cost-effectively eliminate virtually all the issues and errors that can stymie on-time, accurate order fulfillment. Presented by: SAP Date: February 2010
	"Goods to Person" Order Fulfillment The "Goods to person" order fulfillment method may be appropriate for your distribution operation. It is a configuration that delivers powerful productivity when the application has the appropriate activity profile and business drivers. Presented by: Dematic Date: February 2010
	WMS Report: Is Your Warehouse Ready for the Upswing? We weathered the economic storm and it looks like the proverbial sun is coming out again. It's all good, right? But wait – this means an upswing in new clients, orders and shipments may be just around the corner. You've been hunkered down in maintenance mode for what seems like years &38211; are you sure your warehouse or DC is ready for the recovery we've all been anticipating? Learn how a three-step action plan can help get your warehouse or distribution center ready to confidently welcome an economic recovery – and all the challenges and rewards that come with it. Presented by: HighJump Software Date: January 2010
	Identifying Opportunities with Your Inbound Transportation A well-run inbound transportation program can reduce costs, improve service, minimize delays, reduce confusion, and raise performance. Many process improvements that are applied to outbound transportation work on inbound, too. Presented by: C. H. Robinson Date: January 2010
	Automated Receiving: Saving Money at the Dock Door Accu-Sort Systems offers a new white paper, "Automated Receiving: Saving Money at the Dock Door." A concise overview of technologies used to automate receiving, the 10-page paper covers unloading, bar coding, allocation, labeling, cross-docking, and WMS integration. Automated receiving can significantly cut labor costs, and streamline the entire distribution process, further reducing costs. This paper explains how to increase efficiency by automating the movement of goods into a warehouse or distribution center. It also provides step by-step advice for designing an automated receiving operation. Presented by: Accu-Sort Date: November 2009
	The 2010 WMS RFP Template How many changes have occurred in your business over the last 12 months? With the wrong warehouse management (WMS) solution, these changes add up to significant "hidden" and unbudgeted expenditures. With so much at stake and so many solution providers to choose from, you need a WMS RFP Template that requires prospective vendors to prove the value of their solutions before you make a buying decision. Presented by: HighJump Software Date: October 2009
	How Mobile Printing Enhances Efficiency in Route Accounting & DSD Automating route activity provides benefits both in the field and in the office by reducing the labor and time needed to enter data and process paperwork, cutting inventory errors, and by helping drivers record orders and deliveries more quickly. Mobile printing is an essential element for delivering and enhancing these benefits in route accounting and direct store delivery (DSD) operations. Supporting route activity with mobile printing lets drivers generate accurate, updated orders, invoices, delivery receipts, settlement reports and other documentation to review with customers to ensure accuracy and prevent time-consuming disputes. Presented by: Zebra Date: September 2009
	Avoiding the Hidden Costs of Data Collection Implementations As you begin to undertake the task of adding automated data collection (ADC) to your ERP system, do you think it will be as easy as installing software on a server, purchasing a handful of wireless devices and conducting a few hours of training? Of course not. By reading this report you will be able to educate yourself on the vast array of ADC features and functions, and protect yourself and your company from the hidden costs of data collection implementations. Presented by: HighJump Software Date: September 2009
	Five Ways ERP Can Help You Implement Lean Becoming lean has been a goal of most companies over the last few years. Why is lean so popular? Lean delivers what companies really need in today's highly competitive world: shorter lead times, improved quality, reduced cost, increased profit, improved productivity, and better customer service. Lean advocates have come to recognize that ERP and lean work together very well, each supporting and enabling the most important objectives of the other. This white paper outlines how the five lean principles are all supported and enhanced by comprehensive information control and the management tools that an end-to-end enterprise software suite delivers. Presented by: Epicor Date: September 2009
	Special Report: Tips to Rapidly Implement and Generate ROI From a WMS Are you about to embark on a warehouse management system (WMS) implementation? This special report provides four tips to help ensure your implementation moves along at a rapid pace toward a successful go-live. Download your FREE copy today! Presented by: HighJump Software Date: August 2009
	Productivity Through Portability: Mobile Printing Delivers ROI in the Warehouse Bar coding is indispensable in warehouses and distribution centers to maintain accuracy and efficiency. These benefits can be enhanced by using mobile printers to produce and apply bar code labels at the point of application. Supplementing stationary bar code printing operations with mobile printers can reduce operator errors, the inefficiencies associated with labeling in inconvenient locations, and added costs associated with correcting errors. This white paper will show you where it makes sense to supplement bar code labeling operations with wireless and/or mobile printers. Presented by: Zebra Date: July 2009
	Important Things To Know About Structural Mezzanines Careful consideration should be given to specific issues prior to selecting a company to design and build a structural mezzanine for your facility. A thorough evaluation of your needs and the experience offered by the mezzanine manufacturer are critical. Learn about other important issues you should address before selecting a mezzanine company and during the design process. Read more in Cubic Designs new White Paper: "Things To Know About Structural Mezzanines". Download your FREE copy today! Presented by: Cubic Designs, Inc. Date: July 2009
	NOW AVAILABLE: 2009 Warehouse Management RFP Template Created by leading supply chain consultants, this WMS RFP template is the end result of intensive research with hundreds of logistics professionals. Require all vendors to prove the value of their solutions BEFORE you make a buying decision. Download your FREE RFP Template! Presented by: HighJump Software Date: July 2009
	Special Report: ERP vs. WMS: What's Your Best Option? There are critical differences between ERP warehouse management functionality and the functionality of a stand-alone, best-of-breed WMS. Uncover critical decision factors every supply chain professional must consider when comparing these two very different options. Download your free report! Presented by: HighJump Software Date: June 2009
	Streamlining ERP Implementations by Outsourcing Supply Chain Functions Outsourcing non-core activities, like logistics and warehouse management, reduces the complexity, risks, costs and time to go-live of ERP systems. It's common for companies implementing all-encompassing ERP systems to have at least some problems, delays and cost overruns. For The Hershey Company, Levi Strauss and Company, and Whirlpool, those problems had a dramatic affect on the companies' bottom lines. Outsourcing is a proven method to achieve world-class logistics and warehousing operations in a fraction of the time-and risk- of implementing an ERP system. Presented by: Ryder Date: May 2009
	Managing Transportation Costs - Shippers and Carriers Working in Concert can Reduce Risks and Improve Operation Performance The transportation industry is in the throws of the most dramatic changes in its history. The best way for companies to mitigate rising costs and improve customer service is by building a successful shipper/carrier relationship. Collaborating with its core carriers allows companies to identify smart solutions for business process enhancements, rather than simply resorting to cost cutting exercises which may have an adverse affect on service levels, profitability and the company's reputation. Presented by: Ryder Date: May 2009
	Special Report: 8 Elements of a World-Class Data Collection System When the typical ADC system is analyzed, a set of eight (8) distinct elements can be identified as those providing the most ROI per implementation dollar spent. Taken collectively, these elements can lead to a true, world-class automated data collection system that pays for itself several times over each year. Download your copy of this valuable report! Presented by: HighJump Software Date: April 2009