Warehouse Management Systems

Denso Unveils Pocket-Size Bluetooth Barcode Scanner

October 23, 2014

Denso ADC has introduced a new Bluetooth 2D barcode scanner.

W&H Systems Launches e-Commerce Site for Allied Products Division

October 22, 2014

The Allied Products division of W&H Systems Inc., an integrator of material-handling systems, has created a new electronic-commerce website at WHEquip.com.

Blue Star Now Selling Handheld Laser Scanner

October 21, 2014

BlueStar Inc.

BlueStar Inc., a global distributor of ADC, mobility, point-of-sale, radio frequency identification, digital signage and security technology, is now offering the Granit 1280i, a handheld laser scanner.

How Predictive Commerce Helped Costa Express Cope With Growth

October 21, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

"Predictive commerce" is a new concept that links customer demand data, planning and the execution of transportation. Pat Smith, general manager of ToolsGroup, tells how it was implemented at Costa Express, the U.K.'s fastest-growing coffee shop chain.

Extending the Life of Your WMS

October 16, 2014

Bob Kennedy, DMLogic

Motorola Solutions Unveils Lightweight Two-Way Radio

October 15, 2014

Motorola Solutions Inc.

Motorola Solutions Inc. has developed the MOTOTRBO SL300, a new portable two-way radio with a push-to-talk communications feature.

Paula's Choice: A New Fulfillment Partner to Manage Growth

October 10, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

The popular online purveyor of skin care and beauty products undergoes a natural process of maturing. Rapid sales growth dictates that the Seattle-based merchandiser hire an outsourcing partner to handle order-fulfillment duties in the eastern U.S.

Should You Close the Warehouse and Keep Inventory in Your Stores?

September 30, 2014

Apparel

A hot topic among retailers, customers and logistics professionals alike for years, omnichannel fulfillment is finally here. Whether shopping in person, buying online and picking up in store, or having merchandise sent directly to them, customers expect access to the same inventory.

Janam Debuts Rugged Mini-Tablet for Android

September 29, 2014

Janam Technologies LLC

Janam Technologies LLC has launched the XT1, a rugged mini-tablet that supports, for the first time, the Android operating system.

'K' Line, Joint Venture Partners Establish Cold Storage in Vietnam

September 29, 2014

"K" Line

As a part of the strategy to expand its logistics business further in Asia, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd., or "K" Line, has agreed to establish a joint venture with Cool Japan Fund Inc. and Japan Logistic Systems Corp. to build and operate a cold storage in the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.

Warehouse Management Systems

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding warehouse management systems (WMS) and their impact on warehousing and distribution centers. 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 are optimizing productivity, increasing efficiency and cutting costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of warehouse management systems and softwares.