A warehouse management system (WMS) is a software solution that offers a comprehensive view of your inventory and helps you manage your warehouse operations. It offers a wide range of benefits, from boosting picking accuracy by assigning your warehouse operators the best picking routes to tracking inventory in real time. What Is a Warehouse Management System (WMS)? A warehouse management…
The distance driven by a container or truck while carrying no cargo and making no revenue for that trip is referred to as “empty miles” in the freight transportation industry. Transportation vehicles frequently carry products one way and return empty the other. Due to the diverse and fragmented nature of the transportation sector, there is no particular data for empty…
Having learned the 8 things to keep in mind when choosing the right barcode device, let’s explore 8 more important ones with TSL! 9. Take Connectivity Options Into Account Most barcode scanners come with multiple connection options such as USB, Bluetooth, RS-232 and WiFi. The type of port you need will depend on your device setup and workflow. If you…
In the previous post, we provided information on the Goods-to-person (G2P) automation method. In this part, we will go into detail about Person-to-Goods (P2G) automation method and the key differences between the two methods. Person-to-Goods (PTG) Automation Today, many Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) solutions on the market are based on Person-to-Goods fulfillment and operate as smart carts powered by software.…
For many 3PLs and eCommerce retailers, the key to realizing greater productivity across their operations is warehouse automation. At its most basic level, warehouse automation minimizes or even eliminates the amount of time and effort that order-picking associates spend walking the aisles and picking individual SKUs in the warehouse. Walking is a low-value activity that detracts from the number of…
Warehouse automation has grown rapidly in recent years, spurred by labor shortages, supply-chain disruptions, and the growth of direct-to-consumer e-commerce purchasing. But, despite the obvious need for automation and its proven benefits, the potential of autonomy remains largely untapped. The report on 2023 Warehouse Automation Trends polled more than 1,000 supply chain professionals across industries, including automotive, third-party logistics (3PL),…
Market analysts forecast an economic slowdown in Vietnam and the rest of the world during the next one to two years. After many interest rate rises by the Federal Reserve (FED), wars, strikes, decreased purchasing power, etc., None of the businesses dares to ensure supply chain sustainability. Maintaining business stability and running short-term actions (monthly/quarterly targets) appear to be viable…
Nowadays, many e-commerce companies use third-party logistics service providers, or 3PLs, to help manage the delivery of products to final customers. Not only do 3PL providers offer several services, including procurement, inventory management, fulfilment, warehousing, packing and most importantly, shipping, but they can also complete these tasks quicker, cheaper and much more efficiently than businesses could on their own. Third-party…
When starting with eCommerce, one of the things you’ll need to learn about is fulfillment. Fulfillment is getting your products from your warehouse or supplier to customers. It’s a crucial part of your eCommerce business, as it can impact customer satisfaction, shipping costs, and overall profitability. Your company’s fulfillment strategy directly affects your bottom-line as well as your brand reputation.…
Leading Southeast Asia company successfully implemented Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) within two months. Seedcom Joint Stock Company (Seedcom), a company shaping the future of retail in Southeast Asia, digitally transformed the warehousing capabilities of its logistics company, Seedcom Logistics, with Blue Yonder. The company completed a successful implementation of Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) to transform its…
