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What’s the Difference Between Fulfillment and Replenishment?

From Click to Ship in 4 Minutes! Ultimate Principles for World Class Fulfillment!

People who do not work in Supply Chain may hear the terms Fulfillment and Replenishment and consider that they mean the same thing.

Interestingly many people who do work in Supply Chain consider the terms Fulfillment and Replenishment to be synonymous.

I have worked in many different industries and all around the world but the place where I heard these terms used most frequently was in Retail.

Given that there is some ambiguity in the understanding of these terms it makes sense to provide the distinction.

What is the difference between Fulfillment and Replenishment?

On-Demand Warehousing Pros and Cons!

Keys to Success in Warehouse Management/Order Fulfillment! (Video)

Suffering from order growth overwhelm? I’ve been there. And right now, you might be thinking of giving this new-fangled on-demand warehousing a go.

Storing your products can cause a major headache when you’ve run out of space and you’re running out of money. And while in the past your options were limited to a 3PL fulfilment service or purchasing your own warehouse, there’s now a new kid on the block in the form of on-demand warehousing.

7 Things to Consider When Looking for a Business Warehouse

To DC Or Not To DC? That is the Warehouse Design Question!

A warehouse is a building where goods are kept or stored before they’re dispatched or distributed for sale. It also stores products that are waiting for import or export. It’s vital that you choose a top-grade business warehouse if you want to save money and boost the revenue of your business.

The Integral Role of 3PL Logistics in Modern Warehousing and Distribution!

What is a 3PL? The Ultimate Guide Including Definitions of 1PL, 2PL, and 4PL!

Welcome to our latest blog post, where we explore the indispensable role that third-party logistics (3PL) plays in shaping modern warehousing and distribution practices.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, companies are seeking innovative solutions to optimize their supply chain operations and meet the growing demands of consumers.

Join us as we delve into the multifaceted contributions of 3PL logistics and how it continues to revolutionize the world of warehousing and distribution.

The Supply Chain Detective™ and the Distribution Centre Disaster!

The Supply Chain Detective™: The Case of the Unpaid Invoices!

It was early September and I was sitting in my office preparing for a meeting. I was in the Retail Industry which meant that in Supply Chain this was the beginning of the frantic Holiday season. The last thing we needed was a Distribution Centre disaster.

Products were arriving at our Distribution Centres from all over the world at an unprecedented rate so that we could in turn send them out to the Retail stores over the next few months.

We were anticipating receiving more goods than ever but as it was my first year in Retail I had been assured by my team that we could handle the load.

As I sat there my Distribution Centre leader called me.

“Mike, We are out of space already. We have no more room to receive anything else.”

My heart sank. This was catastrophic. The goods we had received so far were just the tip of the iceberg. We had a real Distribution Centre disaster on our hands.

This was a case for the Supply Chain Detective™.

Critical Forklift Safety Tips! (Infographic)

Worst Forklift Accident Ever and Forklift Safety! (Video)

A forklift is an essential piece of equipment in any warehouse, distribution center or factory. Without it, it would be nearly impossible to efficiently move heavy objects in these environments. The strength and versatility of lift trucks certainly make life easier for the people who work in most industrial settings as long as there exists forklift safety.

However, the power that forklifts provide must be used with a great deal of responsibility. Operators need to be capable and well-trained in order to do their jobs effectively and efficiently. Most importantly, they also must know how to handle the equipment safely in order to prevent accidents.

More than 20,000 people are injured each year as a result of incidents involving forklifts. This underscores the importance of knowing how to use this essential equipment responsibly.

Humanless Warehousing: Tips for a Robot-Driven Future!

Keys to Success in Warehouse Management/Order Fulfillment! (Video)

Mujin, a Tokyo-based company, has developed and deployed the first fully automated, humanless warehousing robotic systems, reports CNBC.

Unfortunately, significant challenges continue to plague the idea of humanless warehousing, yet the benefits of automation and robotics must not be ignored.

Supply chain leaders need to understand these facts and follow a few tips to prepare for a robot-driven future.

A Comprehensive Warehouse Safety Guide!

Worst Forklift Accident Ever and Forklift Safety! (Video)

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When it comes to the state of working in America, warehouses have seen a huge increase of workers with over 1,000,000 total since the start of 2018. With this trend looking to continue into the next couple of years, it’s time to examine the state of the industry, especially when it comes to safety with all of these new employees entering the field.

Warehouses, often full of moving machinery carrying heavy loads, are inherently one of the most dangerous places to work. If you’re a warehouse manager, failing to control these risks can lead to high employee turnover, decreased productivity, legal issues, and, at worst, injury or fatality.

In most case scenarios, the law requires companies to train their workers for a CPR certificate to improve workplace safety practices.