Order Management & Fulfillment

Warehouse AI Isn't Hitting Its Potential, Study Says

September 17, 2021

Artificial intelligence is a warehouse "game changer," but organizations are struggling to use it optimally, according to a study from Lucas Systems Inc.

Same-Day Ship-From-Store? Five Tips for Faster Delivery

September 6, 2021

Dave Bruno, SCB Contributor

Not surprisingly, the global same-day delivery market is surging.

Automation Innovation: From AI and Analytics to Machine Learning and Robotics, Supply Chains Will Never be the Same Again

August 25, 2021

Gartner

A combination of intensifying customer demands and massively disruptive events such as the COVID-19 pandemic is pushing suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and retailers to embrace innovation at an unprecedented pace.

Four Threats to a Future-Proof Supply Chain, and How to Confront Them

August 22, 2021

Ben Eachus, SCB Contributor

Digital transformation is a key priority for most supply chain leaders, but less than half have a roadmap for the future.

Six Ways to Prepare for Bulky Order Delays

August 15, 2021

Craig Lough, SCB Contributor

Adaptable networks will thrive during the challenges ahead.

Warehousing's Next Challenge Is Teaching Bots to Communicate

August 13, 2021

Florian Pestoni, SCB Contributor

As retailers and logistics companies increasingly automate various tasks using software and hardware from different vendors, a question arises: How will all of the systems work together?

Roadblocks to Implementing Autonomous Mobile Robots

August 12, 2021

Onn Fenig, SCB Contributor

But why is the uptake of autonomous mobile robots so low for an industry that’s continuing to innovate at speed?

How to Respond to Amazon’s Restricting FBA Inventory for Sellers

August 11, 2021

Brian Birch, SCB Contributor

Recently, Amazon.com informed businesses using its Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) program that its fulfillment centers are reaching maximum storage capacity. As a result, access to the remaining space is being allocated across all sellers.

The Risks, Rewards and Tech for a Strong Direct-to-Consumer Strategy

August 8, 2021

Frank Kenney, SCB Contributor

To reap the rewards of a direct-to-consumer strategy, manufacturers need to understand and overcome the risks. Here’s how.

Five Warehousing Challenges to Overcome for E-Commerce Success

August 4, 2021

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.