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The Rise of Integrations in Warehouse Operations Over the past decade, warehouse operators have increased their investment in integrations to connect their warehouse management systems to other technology solutions. What has caused this increase? 1. Increased demand: With the exponential growth of e-commerce, order volumes have surged. Customers expect fast, accurate order fulfillment and their brand loyalty is tied to this expectation. Today, warehouses are under high pressure to deal with changing demand, high rates of returns from online sales and inventory turnover rates, as well as the ..read more

Why Use Low Code Application Platforms for WMS? Traditional Software Development Versus Low Code Application Platforms  What is the difference between the traditional software development methods used to develop warehouse management systems and Low Code Application Platforms?  Let’s take a look.  Traditional software development depends on manual coding in a variety of programming languages.  It requires extensive knowledge of programming frameworks, concepts, and libraries.  Software developers usually have formalized training in software engineering or computer scie ..read more

How to Prevent Damage to Perishables and Reduce Food Waste According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, approximately one-third of all the food that is produced globally is wasted or lost.  This equates to nearly 1.3 billion tons every year.  Of this, it is estimated that approximately 10-15% of food waste occurs at the post-harvest and storage stages due to handling errors, improper storage conditions, and spoilage. A Look at Factors That Contribute to Food Waste in Warehouses  Inadequate temperature management and temperature control issues ..read more

If you are like many third-party logistics providers, you are using a warehouse management system that may not be developed specifically for 3PL and the billing lacks some of the functionality needed to satisfy customer requirements.      Because of this, you may be experiencing:  Revenue Leakage  This can lead to substantial loss of revenue, as value added services may be under or inaccurately reported.  Errors  Your company may have resorted to workarounds, and manual notetaking that may not be adequate, accurate, or legible.  When this is manua ..read more

The Friday Report Blog: May 3rd, 2024 Quick wrap up of a few hot topic newsworthy stories in the supply chain logistics industry Monogram Foods Selects Former Kellogg Expert as Head of Supply Chain Monogram Foods, a prominent food manufacturer, has appointed Larry Elliott as EVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer, bringing his extensive expertise from over two decades at Kellogg Co. to bolster their operations. Elliott’s role will encompass a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including food safety, quality assurance, strategic sourcing, logistics, and customer service, all aimed at enhancing the ..read more

The Friday Report Blog: April 26th, 2024 Quick wrap up of a few hot topic newsworthy stories in the supply chain logistics industry Nestlé Marking a Significant Stride Towards Sustainability and Bottle-to-Bottle Circularity Nestlé is set to introduce a new recyclable shrink sleeve label for its Nesquik flavored milk products by June, marking a significant stride towards sustainability and bottle-to-bottle circularity. This innovative packaging, which allows the cap, bottle, and sleeve to be recycled together seamlessly in the U.S., is the result of extensive research and development spanning f ..read more

The Friday Report Blog: April 19th, 2024 Quick wrap up of a few hot topic newsworthy stories in the supply chain logistics industry Biden Administration Announces a National Goal of a Zero-Emissions Freight Sector The White House has committed $1.5 billion to spearhead the transformation of the U.S. freight sector towards zero emissions, covering trucking, rail, maritime, and aviation industries. This initiative is part of President Biden’s broader environmental strategy, which focuses on reducing pollution and advancing clean energy solutions across various sectors. Announced by the Biden Adm ..read more