Warehousing and Distribution

Metal Service Center Shipments Declined in March

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:02:00 +0000

Robert Brooks

Year-on-year results show significant decrease in delivery rates for steel and aluminum, though inventories are decreasing, too

The decline in metal shipments from North American Service Centers accelerated in March, with volumes of steel and aluminum decreasing at rates that were faster than the January and February results.

Improving Fulfillment & Distribution Center Design with Material Handling: Stretch the 'Neck' of Your Supply Chain

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 20:08:00 +0000

How should you improve your distribution centers so that they're as efficient and successful as possible?

Gaining a Supply Chain Edge

Returns Management Processes Can Drive Up Logistics Costs

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:48:00 +0000

Becky Partida, research specialist, supply chain management, APQC

Revenue from product reuse and refurbishment can offset higher logistics costs.

Demand-Driven Supply Chains Are In Demand

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:34:00 +0000

Michael Lipton, senior director of supply chain solutions management, SAP

How demand-driven concepts are realized depends on your industry.

The ultimate demand-driven supply initiative—consumption-based pull planning—affords protection against demand uncertainty by only building to a replenishment signal, not to a forecast.

Supply Chain & Logistics: Manufacturers Look for a Better Return on Returns

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:45:00 +0000

Reverse logistics strategies allow companies to optimize end-of-lifecycle management.

The push for sustainability has had a dramatic effect on reverse logistics services. Once considered a fringe activity, reverse logistics (also known as returns management) has in recent years become a key element in manufacturers' corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives since it encompasses the 4 R's of the green movement: reduce, reuse, recycle and recover.

The Legend of the 24/7/365 Supply Chain

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 20:33:00 +0000

The supply chain will be getting slower, not faster, as the country adjusts to the end of Saturday deliveries by the USPS.

Chain Reactions

Supply Chain & Logistics: Collaboration Provides a Sobering Solution for CPG Industry

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Supply chain project brings suppliers, wholesalers and retailers to the same table.

Improve Efficiency within the Warehouse

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:27:00 +0000

Becky Partida, knowledge specialist, supply chain management, APQC

WMS technology can lead to more efficient and accurate warehousing, but at a higher operating cost.

Material Management in a High-Mix Production Environment: Four Questions that Identify a Lean Operation

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:38:00 +0000

With better management of materials, it is possible to show significant cost reduction, enhance delivery schedules and increase customer satisfaction.

With better materials management, it is possible to show significant cost reduction, enhance delivery schedules and increase customer satisfaction.

Book Shelf: How to Optimize Your Supply Chain Network

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:57:00 +0000

New optimization tools can help manufacturers save millions through strategic site selection.

How do you know if your production facilities and warehouses are in the best places to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective flow of materials and goods from your suppliers to your customers?