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Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
1w ago
The traveling salesman problem looks for the most efficient route to visit a series of locations once in the shortest time possible. Companies use algorithms for the traveling salesman problem to manage routes and optimize delivery services ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
1w ago
LIFO (last in, first out) is an inventory management method in which the last item stored is the first to be retrieved. It prioritizes the most recently purchased or manufactured batches and reduces the distance goods need to travel ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2w ago
An accumulation conveyor is a roller conveyor that enables the accumulation of products, boxes, or pallets. These conveyors typically hold or queue up goods for downstream processing, such as sorting, shipping, packaging, strapping, or other processes ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2w ago
A production plan is a guide for designing and creating a product or service. Preparing it helps make the process more efficient, as this strategy allocates the resources, time, and tasks needed to meet targets ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
1M ago
S&OP is an integrated business management process that aligns demand, supply, and finances across an organization. Designed to support decision-making, S&OP provides an operational plan spanning all company areas to balance supply and demand ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
1M ago
Inventory shrinkage is a loss of stock value in the warehouse and can be caused by several factors. It represents a difference between the stock recorded in accounting and the actual stock on hand. If not detected in time, it can lead to significant losses ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2M ago
A racking system consists of several modules divided into shelves to store products. The racks are typically made of metal and play a crucial role in facilities like warehouses and logistics or production centers ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2M ago
Knowing the different types of supply chains and choosing the right one is crucial for a company’s success. There are several kinds of supply chains, as they are designed and structured according to each organization’s objectives and needs ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2M ago
A fulfillment center is a hub where different operators engage in activities related to transporting and distributing goods. Fulfillment centers are usually owned by 3PL providers and strategically located near major distribution routes ..read more
Interlake Mecalux Blog » Warehouse Management
2M ago
Case picking is an order picking method in which operators retrieve full cartons instead of individual items. It is widely used in distribution centers that serve retailers and is ideal for moving large volumes of SKUs at a moderate-to-fast pace ..read more