Order Management & Fulfillment

TZA Issues New Version of ProTrack Warehouse Labor-Management System

October 11, 2012

TZA has developed a new release of its cloud-based ProTrack warehouse labor-management system. TZA is a consulting and engineering company specializing in the optimization of labor performance and operations across the supply chain.

Swisslog Autostore: An In-Depth Review of Automated Split Case Picking Technology for Distribution Centers

October 10, 2012

Swisslog Logistics

AutoStore is one of the more interesting solutions for semi-automated storage and retrieval of split case products.

Is WMS Ready for the Cloud?

October 8, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Why has it taken so long for warehouse-management and warehouse-control systems to move to the cloud? And which of the two is more likely to survive in the years ahead? Kevin Reader, chief marketing officer of Invata Intralogistics, has some answers.

In This Supply Chain, Lives Hang in the Balance

October 1, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

So often our discussions about supply chain center on arcane details and limited stakes. Production delayed? Get ready to pay more for expedited transportation. Lost a supplier? Might mean empty shelves at the supermarket. Life goes on.

In This Supply Chain, Lives Hang in the Balance

October 1, 2012

HighJump Partners on Voice Technology for Distributors, Manufacturers

September 28, 2012

HighJump Software

HighJump Software has forged a strategic alliance with Speech Interface Design (SID) to provide voice-recognition technology to distributors and manufacturers.

Kewill Launches New Version of Supply-Chain App for Retailers

September 28, 2012

Kewill

Kewill has developed version 5.0 of its Kewill Trade software, which manages the direct dispatch of goods from supplier to customer or store, for multichannel, catalogue and internet retailers.

Aldata Unveils Mobile App for Retail Shelf Management

September 26, 2012

Aldata

Aldata, a vendor of software for retailers and distributors, has introduced Aldata Mobile Shelf Execution.

I.D. Systems Debuts Analytics Tool for Industrial Vehicles

September 26, 2012

I.D. Systems Inc.

I.D. Systems Inc., a vendor of wireless technology for managing high-value assets, has introduced a tool for providing insights into the performance of industrial vehicles in manufacturing and distribution facilities.

Cognex Enhances Line of Barcode Readers With 2DMax+ Technology

September 25, 2012

Cognex Corp.

Cognex Corp. has incorporated 2DMax+ software for barcode reading into its DataMan 100 and 200 fixed-mount readers.

Order Management & Fulfillment

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding order fulfillment for warehousing and distribution. 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 order fulfillment are transforming the way warehouses and distribution centers operate — allowing corporations to stay ahead of 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 order fulfillment solutions in the warehouse.