Warehouse Management Systems

Inventory Optimization Is a Delicate Balancing Act to Cut Costs Yet Keep Service Levels Up

June 1, 2005

Russell W. Goodman, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Afraid to let safety stocks get too low, companies often get overwhelmed by their inventory. New ideas, processes and technologies in inventory management can solve that.

Dunkin' Donuts' Short Relocation Brings Big Change

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A restaurant distribution center proves that the right management can operate an efficient, productive facility in a high-cost area.

The Best DC Locations in the U.S.

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Two leading consultants evaluate and rank U.S. locations for distribution centers based on lowest costs and best transportation service.

CooperVision Scales Up Logistics Operations To Keep Pace With Rapid Growth

December 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy- Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

CooperVision was rapidly growing its contact lens business even before recent acquisitions that added significant new volume. Fortunately, the company already had a plan to increase and improve its logistics capabilities well under way.

Revlon Plows Through Productivity Plateau Without New IT Investments

October 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy-Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

A conversation with Dave Laverty, vice president of Materials Management Worldwide, at Revlon Consumer Products Corp.

Vocollect Walks the Talk for Burris Logistics

August 1, 2004

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Advanced Order Fulfillment Requires Warehouses With 'On Demand' Capability

June 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy- Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Increased offshore manufacturing coupled with growing demands for more customized products and rapid delivery require a more flexible order-fulfillment model. Supply-chain strategists and solution providers are responding to this challenge.

Discount Retailer Doesn't Skimp On Supply-chain Investments

May 1, 2004

Robert J. Bowman- Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Fast-growing Dollar General Corp. undercuts Wal-Mart on prices, even as it spends heavily on new systems to enhance transportation, warehousing and supplier links.

Seeking Excellence Within The Four Walls of the Warehouse

April 1, 2004

Robert J. Bowman- Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

In a perfect world, the tight coordination of systems and processes would allow goods to flow continuously from manufacturer to customer. With total understanding of consumer demand, who needs a lot of excess product taking up valuable real estate? • Second in the Best Practices series.

Loading Dock Visibility Gives Retailers View of Inventory at All Times

April 1, 2004

Ira Breskin

A real-time view into inbound shipments helps retailers avoid stock-outs and other nightmares at a critical juncture - the point of sale.

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.