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SUPPLY CHAIN HIGHLIGHTS
Voice technology hardware and software: have you heard the latest?
Using voice technology in the warehouse and DC can no longer be viewed as a science experiment. Here are three recent developments that have pushed its evolution and two companies that are reaping significant productivity benefits from voice. [ Click to continue ]
Global trade solutions soar
Tthe worldwide market for GTM applications is expected to grow 10.1% over the next five years according to a recent ARC report. [ Click here to continue ]
Top 20 supply chain management software suppliers
Even with a slowing economy, all of the SCM categories showed solid growth. Those categories include supply chain planning and network design (SCP) applications as well as supply chain execution solutions like warehouse management (WMS), manufacturing execution (MES) and transportation management (TMS). [ Click here to continue ]
Voice keeps Dunkin' Donuts rolling
An efficient layout combined with voice-directed picking technology keeps operations running smoothly at the company's New Jersey DC. [ Click to continue ]
Sterling Commerce rolls out new global e-invoicing application
Dubbed the Sterling e-Invoice Gateway, the company said this tool allows global shippers to automate electronic invoicing processes worldwide. It also noted that it maintains conformity with individual tax regulations mandated my multiple countries. [ Click here to continue ]
New ODFL warehouse offering has an IT focus
Regional less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) recently announced it is expanding its supply chain services with a new warehouse service offering that leans heavily on information technology. [ Click here to continue ]
Container services company joins association in search for eco-friendly handling
A container management services company is joining forces with the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) to help develop new strategies for making supply chains “greener” and reducing packaging costs. [ Click here to continue ]
The Evolution of S&OP
Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) has gone from mainly synchronizing supply and demand to integrated business planning. Here's how to put S&OP to work in this new arena.
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New Tool to Help Calculate Savings With Plastic Pallets
Considering whether or not to go with plastic pallets? Wondering if it will save you money? Now, one major manufacturer wants to help you figure that out. [ Click here to continue ]
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