Supply Chain & Warehouse Logistics Blog

Hoist: definition and function in warehousing

A hoist is a machine that uses fixed and movable pulleys and a cable or chain to lift heavy loads in a warehouse, workshop or production centre.

Perpetual inventory: recording stock in real time

Perpetual inventory is extremely beneficial in warehouses with a large number of SKUs: stock is updated continuously, with available products reflected in real time.

Advantages and disadvantages of a WMS

Advantages and disadvantages of a WMS: warehouse management software organises, controls and optimises goods-in/goods-out, the distribution of raw materials in the facility and operator tasks.

The road to sustainable logistics

Sustainable logistics consists of a set of practices that look to limit the environmental impact of operations such as transportation and warehousing while optimizing time and cost.

SaaS technology drives the smart warehouse

SaaS technology has taken off, fostering the implementation of warehouse management software in the cloud. This program model promotes scalability and flexibility in digitalising a facility.

Logistics processes: key points for optimising your supply chain

Logistics processes within the supply chain include all the operations that take place from the procurement of raw materials to the delivery of products to end customers.

Warehouse labelling: how to do it right

Proper warehouse labelling makes it easier to identify products, load-bearing supports or storage systems quickly and accurately, limiting the risk of errors and inefficiencies.

Warehouse overhead crane applications

A warehouse overhead crane is a goods lifting machine used in industrial environments and facilities to move heavy, irregular, or bulky loads from one side of the centre to the other.