For warehouses, distribution centers, and order fulfillment operations, there is no more certain way of putting the brakes on business growth and expansion than reaching (or nearing) maximum capacity—whether in terms of space utilization or throughput.
The PARCEL Forum is one of the leading events for anyone who works in the order fulfillment industry or who is responsible for shipping, warehousing, packaging, distribution, and delivery of parcels.
It may be strange to think about the holidays in the high heat of August, but as anyone working in order fulfillment or retail knows, the holiday season is right around the corner.
If your order fulfillment operation is nearing capacity in terms of inventory, it may be possible to save floor space and optimize your warehouse.
Capacity planning in order fulfillment requires the careful balancing of short-term, immediate need against long-term goals and growth.
When considering a warehouse execution system (WES) for your operation, it’s important to understand how your potential software partners plan to stress-test the system for optimal performance.
A Warehouse Execution System (WES) is a software solution that blurs the lines between WMS and WCS. The question is: Is it right for your operation?
If you’ve lacked floor space, capital, or cost justification, or have an aging sorter, a push tray sorter may be the technology for your operation.
An accurate forecast of demand is essential for stocking appropriate levels of inventory and for planning a new or warehouse or other facility.
SKU Profiling is the process of understanding how product flows through a warehouse, which informs how and where product is stored.
