Supply Chain & Warehouse Logistics Blog

Item coding in the warehouse

Item coding is a way of appropriately identifying each item in the warehouse. The main advantage is that it makes it possible to carry out inventory control in real time.

Logistics centres: the cornerstone of the supply chain

Logistics centres not only store goods; they participate directly in all activities related to the supply chain.

Micro-fulfilment centres hit the big cities

Micro-fulfilment is a logistics strategy that serves to bring retailers’ warehouses closer to end consumers, thus streamlining deliveries of online orders.

Smart factories: the way of the future

Production plants are seeking to become smart factories with the help of smart automation and digitalisation. What are the characteristics and advantages of smart factories?

Packaging types in logistics: primary, secondary and tertiary

What are the differences between primary, secondary and tertiary packaging? What’s the role of each one? We’ll run through these key concepts in our article.

Marketing logistics: the supply chain as added value

Marketing logistics aims to build customer loyalty by creating positive experiences in relation to both of these aspects. Find out how this concept impacts supply chain management.

What’s a MES? How does it differ from an ERP and a WMS?

A MES (manufacturing execution system) is a software system designed to organise, control and monitor production processes. Find out how it integrates with ERPs and WMSs.

WMS and ERP integration

Integration of the WMS with the ERP system is a fundamental process in the implementation of warehouse management software. What are your options for connecting these two systems?