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What Does It Take to Run a DC Today?

May 23, 2013

The business case for acquiring new DC technology is compelling. But some companies are reluctant to spend the money. Dan Albaum, senior director of marketing with Intermec, discusses the apparent paradox.

Designing Distribution Channels to Meet Consumers' Omnichannel Demands

May 23, 2013

Kris Bjorson, International Director, Jones Lang LaSalle

Omnichannel retailing is here to stay, and retailers not using it successfully are losing sales and profits to those that do. In devising an omnichannel strategy, the natural starting point is the point of purchase "” brick-and-mortar stores and/or e-commerce sites for online and mobile shopping. But customer expectations don't stop when the sale is made. Order fulfillment is every bit as important to winning repeat business. Now more than ever, a well-developed supply chain strategy is vital to retailers' success.

Boosting the Supply Chain With Business Intelligence

May 22, 2013

Eric Malcolm, Director, Sales Strategy, AFN

Elemica Launches New QuickLink Platform for Supply-Chain Management

May 21, 2013

Elemica

Elemica, provider of a supply-chain operating network for the process industries, has launched a new version of its platform to help companies gain control over their global supply chains.

Patent Granted on RFID Tag-Location Information Technology

May 17, 2013

RF Controls

RF Controls LLC, a provider of radio frequency identification smart antenna hardware and software, has received a foundational patent for its technology capable of tracking UHF passive RFID tags with accuracy within 12 inches.

'City of Pharma' Hub Unveiled by CEVA Logistics in Italy

May 17, 2013

EIN News

CEVA Logistics, a supply chain company, announced the official opening of the City of Pharma in Italy. The hub, which covers an area of 20,000 square meters, is strategically located in Stradella, in the province of Pavia and is fully dedicated to the warehousing and handling of products destined for healthcare distribution channels.

JDA Releases Cloud Optimize Services; Offers Short-Term Consulting

May 16, 2013

JDA Software Group Inc.

JDA Software Group Inc. has released six JDA Cloud Optimize Services for supply-chain management.

Automated Storage Movement Increased by British Manufacturers

May 15, 2013

SHD Logistics

Britain's manufacturing companies are driving a trend towards greater use of automated storage and handling systems. That is the view of Steve Richmond, director of Jungheinrich UK, systems and projects division.

The Connected Plant: Creating a Mobile and Wireless Strategy for the Industrial Enterprise

May 15, 2013

Barcoding, Inc.

Mobile and wireless technology is rapidly reshaping the industrial world

The Essential BYOD Handbook: Effectively Supporting and Managing All of Your Mobile Devices

May 14, 2013

Barcoding, Inc.

Effectively Supporting and Managing All of Your Mobile Devices

All Warehouse Services

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding warehousing and distribution systems and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in warehouse management systems (WMS), automation, robotics, RFID and order fulfillment are transforming the way companies do business — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of warehousing and distribution services.