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Editor’s Choice: Warehouse Distribution Errors and How to Fix Them

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s article comes from Kyle Franklin, Senior Solutions Consultant, Lucas Systems, and looks at warehouse distribution errors. Being a veteran of the warehouse industry throughout my career has given me a unique insight into many aspects of distribution interaction. I was trying to buy parts for my drone, specifically batteries.

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Editor’s Choice: 4 Factors to Determine if Self-Distribution is a Viable Alternative for your Health System

Logistics Viewpoints

This article is from Scott Mullins, EVP of Operations and COO at Lucas Systems, and looks at self-distribution in healthcare systems. Self-distribution is an increasingly popular option for healthcare systems to consider when deciding how to manage their supply chain.

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How to Operate Your Distribution Truck Fleet at Less Cost

Logistics Bureau

If your company operates a distribution fleet, you’ll know that the costs of running trucks for customer deliveries are continually increasing. But do you know how to operate your fleet for the maximum economy? But what if you typically use low-cost tyres in the first place? It’s a fair question.

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Your Guide to Distributed Order Management

Logistics Viewpoints

In the end, it all comes down to whether or not they can receive the product they want, when they want it. This puts product availability at the heart of omni-channel operations. And the key to delivering the product is distributed order management. Distributed Order Management.

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Warehouse Receiving Metrics You Must Track and How to Optimize Them

Cyzerg

Warehouse receiving metrics must be tracked to improve the operations of warehouses and distribution centers, specifically in the receiving area. It is essential to be aware of these metrics to discover any lapses that impede productivity and efficiency.

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How Do You Measure Your Warehouse Productivity?

Logistics Bureau

What is Slotting and Why is it an Important Productivity Tool? KPIs for Your Warehouse: How to Choose and Use Them. The 7 Principles of Warehouse and Distribution Centre Design. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Spotlight On: The 10 Most Common Pallet Racking Systems.

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How to leverage human productivity to improve SLA adherence?

Locus

How can we support these individuals and enhance human productivity to guarantee consistent SLA adherence? This not only places undue stress on drivers but can also severely impact their efficiency and overall productivity. Tying this with a transparent incentive system amplifies their productivity.