Warehouse Management Solutions

Production plan and how to prepare it

A production plan is a guide for designing and creating a product or service. Preparing it helps make the process more efficient, as this strategy allocates the resources, time and tasks needed to meet targets.

Accumulation conveyor: functions and benefits

An accumulation conveyor is a roller conveyor that enables the accumulation of products, boxes or pallets. These conveyors typically hold or queue up goods for downstream processing, such as sorting, shipping, packaging, strapping or other processes.

S&OP and its impact on logistics processes

S&OP is an integrated business management process that aligns demand, supply and finances across an organisation. Designed to support decision-making, S&OP provides an operational plan spanning all company areas to balance supply and demand.

Inventory shrinkage: the silent menace of warehousing

Inventory shrinkage is a loss of stock value in the warehouse and can be caused by several factors. It represents a difference between the stock recorded in accounting and the actual stock on hand. If not detected in time, it can lead to significant losses.

Racking systems: types and how to choose them

A racking system consists of several modules divided into shelves to store products. The racks are typically made of metal and play a crucial role in facilities like warehouses and logistics or production centres.

Types of supply chain and their management

Knowing the different types of supply chains and choosing the right one is crucial for a company’s success. There are several kinds of supply chains, as they are designed and structured according to each organisation’s objectives and needs.

Rack supported building: maximum capacity

A rack supported building is a warehouse where the racks themselves are part of the frame or structure that supports the facility. This engineering solution requires minimal construction work and offers multiple benefits to companies, including maximised space utilisation.

Operational excellence: principles and how to achieve it

Operational excellence is a philosophy that regards problem-solving and leadership as the key to continuous improvement. It involves a mindset that should be part of a company’s team to achieve the best possible results through optimal processes.

Case picking to speed up order fulfilment

Case picking is an order picking method in which operators retrieve full cartons instead of individual items. It is widely used in distribution centres that serve retailers and is ideal for moving large volumes of SKUs at a moderate-to-fast pace.

Fulfilment centres: types and characteristics

A fulfilment centre is a hub where different operators engage in activities related to transporting and distributing goods. Fulfilment centres are usually owned by 3PL providers and strategically located near major distribution routes.

Tote-to-person: automated transport of picking totes

Tote-to-person is an order picking system where totes (bins, bags, etc.) are automatically transported to warehouse pickers. It typically involves mini-load systems or autonomous mobile robots that bring items to operators.

Chief supply chain officer: roles and responsibilities

The chief supply chain officer is responsible for supervising and delivering value across a company’s supply chain. This professional must ensure an efficient flow of goods by anticipating and dealing with changes in supply and demand and staying up-to-date with new technologies.

Warehouse organisational chart: purpose and elements

A warehouse organisational chart is a graphical representation of this department with the names of the people who compose it. In today’s changing environment, the warehouse, its organisational chart and its optimisation play a crucial role in the success of business operations.

AI in warehouse management: impact and applications

AI in warehouse management is a key component of automation. But its full-scale application is only just starting to take off. Integrating technologies like automation and AI in logistics provides multiple advantages beyond basic warehouse automation.

EOQ: formula and use

EOQ (economic order quantity) determines the optimal quantity of products to order to minimise replenishment costs. It aims to define when to place orders and in what quantity, taking into account demand and safety stock.

What is EAM software?

Enterprise asset management (EAM) software integrates a set of systems and services designed to oversee a company’s assets. It aims to extend the quality of assets and reduce operating costs. EAM software includes asset acquisition, installation, maintenance and disposal.

Hybrid cloud: the best of public and private clouds

Hybrid cloud refers to solutions with applications or components deployed across both public and private clouds. A hybrid cloud is a cloud computing environment that uses a combination of local, private-cloud, and third-party public cloud services.

Edge AI: benefits of local artificial intelligence

Edge AI (or artificial intelligence at the edge) is the implementation of AI in an edge computing environment. It allows for calculations to be performed close to where data are collected and for devices to make smarter decisions faster.

Predictive maintenance: techniques and advantages

Predictive maintenance leverages data to identify anomalies and defects in equipment before malfunctions occur. Predictive maintenance is part of regularly scheduled maintenance activities and minimises interventions, avoids unplanned downtime and reduces costs.

Material handling and the logistics operations involved

Material handling refers to a system or combination of methods that enables the storage and transportation of goods from one location to another. It includes packaging, handling, and storage from the manufacturing point, relying on automatic, semi-automatic, and manual equipment.