When looking for ways to reduce operational costs, labeling systems may often go overlooked since labels generally account for less than ten percent of total expenses. Nevertheless, without a dependable labeling system, businesses leave room for costly consequences such as: Delayed deliveries Inaccurate order picking Bottlenecks sparking downtime Premature printhead…
read moreTechnology shortages have affected virtually every industry, from automotive manufacturing to consumer electronics, and warehousing has not been exempted. Most notable amongst challenges has been the semiconductor chip shortage, which affects thousands of warehouses seeking to modernize workflows to provide the fast and error-free service customers expect. Without crucial chips,…
read moreFrom the assembly line to the last mile, it takes many teams to move inventory down the supply chain. The Digital Age has helped simplify this process by closing communication gaps with intelligent digitization; however, complex workflows such as reverse logistics, same-day fulfillment, and BOPIS have pressured supply chains to…
read moreAs businesses cross over into the post-pandemic market, new challenges such as fluctuating workforce sizes and material shortages have arisen, pressuring warehouses to continue adapting to higher demands. While warehouses may have different areas of prioritization –receiving docks, aisles, and shipping terminals – inventory management is often a foundational workflow…
read moreWhat are the ways to connect your workforce in the warehouse. From new hires to surprise stock shortages, any change to the standards set in a warehouse setting can impact workflows, creating downtime, bottlenecks, and increased operational costs. Additional demands such as faster shipping schedules and verifiable traceability escalate the…
read moreWhile three to five days continues to be the most acceptable delivery timeframe for most retailers, studies note how more and more online shoppers are selecting same-day delivery. As a matter fact, over 30% of online shoppers have requested same-day shipping within the past six months, and the trend is…
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