As a supply chain advisor, I always challenge customers to identify and establish standard processes across the distribution network, wherever possible. Invariably, every time I sit with supervisors and managers of two different distribution centers for the same customer, processing the same product, I end…
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Labor Management is a powerful tool that can allow an organization to have the visibility needed to improve operational efficiency. From highlighting functional throughput to revealing operational bottlenecks, having a sound Labor Management design and implementation is key to realizing these potentials. To maximize the…
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The last 10 years have been extremely busy for the warehouse management systems marketplace. During that time, packaged WMS providers invested a lot of time and effort in creating sophisticated solutions for the market demand. These solutions focused on a common platform for better efficiencies,…
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Today’s customer is taking advantage of the conveniences established by e-commerce. Whether it be clothing or sporting equipment, the consumer today appreciates the ability to purchase from the comfort of their living room. Buying groceries used to be an exception, but those days are numbered….
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When people think of mobile devices and yard management it seems only fitting that the two would go together. That is actually not the case though! Supply chain software suppliers were very hesitant to jump on board with using mobile devices. Now you may ask,…
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Your organization has invested in a software implementation or upgrade to cater to increasing demands, to increase efficiency, to reduce costs, and transform or streamline your supply chain. What good is an implementation if you don’t realize your supply chain potential after spending so much…
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Unless you are running a pure cross-dock model in your DC, the wave process has likely been a pain point more than once for you or your client. A proper wave strategy will ensure you are keeping the DC’s staff fully utilized and are able…
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How do you determine if the time is right for a new WMS? With a focused approach you can determine the right time and the parameters needed for success. At Bricz, we have successfully utilized a five step approach to evaluate upgrades for customers. Master…
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Over the past 10 years, the growth of the internet, and online shopping specifically, has steadily increased. The chart to the right (Web Sales in thousands) shows double-digit growth in Web Sales in 9 of the past 11 years with no signs of sCapturelowing down…
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Choose Wisely – This could make all the difference! It is no secret that a failed deployment for an SCM software can cause companies to bleed quantities in the millions of dollars as well as make top level executive’s head’s roll. In future posts we…
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