Cross-Docking: Faster, More Efficient Fulfillment
In a recent post we referenced that a manager’s tools available are labor, space, and equipment. For certain operations with the correct order profiles, there is a way to improve labor productivity and reduce delivery lead times which will help reduce costs and improve customer service, and potentially save space. This is a method known as […]
What Does A Warehouse Manager Manage
I recently spoke with a warehouse manager who bluntly told me the three things she has to control and manage: What Does a Warehouse Manager Manage? Labor has a big impact on budget and can be scheduled as needed at a local level. If you see projected inbound or outbound activity in the near term […]
The Benefit WMS Building Blocks – Inventory Accuracy
A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a foundation for improved operational efficiency, providing a series of building blocks that will act as a basis for efficient warehousing operations. Today we will look at one of the primary building blocks a WMS provides; Improved inventory record accuracy and the reduction in data processing errors that result […]
WMS Benefit Classification
Along with the tangible and intangible characteristics, a benefit should be measured on management’s general level of responsiveness to the benefit. The level of aggressiveness to use in pursuing the benefit will vary by company and/or project. It is critical to discern, in advance, management’s willingness to consider the presented benefits. For example, improved customer […]