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An effective lean warehousing strategy depends on measuring the right key performance indicators (KPIs). Learn about each warehouse KPI, how it’s measured and how it helps drive savings in your distribution center. Table of Contents Warehouse KPI Checklist Warehouse KPIs:…

Fulfillment: It’s on every business leader’s mind. From maintaining optimal inventory levels, to navigating supply chain disruption, to ensuring orders reach customers on time and in perfect condition, order fulfillment is the linchpin to eCommerce operations. And in order to…

Once a niche market dominated by online-only players, eCommerce is now a prominent feature within the retail landscape, and an integral component of nearly every retailer’s business strategy. According to data from Statista, over two billion people purchased goods or…

Years after the pandemic disruption, eCommerce growth continues to accelerate. According to recent figures from the U.S. Department of Commerce, eCommerce sales in the first quarter of 2023 accounted for 15.1% of total sales.. This information is, perhaps, unsurprising given…

In our vast, yet tightly interconnected world, consumers are able to purchase products from halfway across the globe and have them on their doorstep within the matter of days. The global supply chain is the engine that makes this all…

Even the slightest change in the global supply chain can have a major ripple effect. To that end, it’s vital that organizations develop comprehensive logistics contingency plans, both at the supply chain and warehouse levels, in order to mitigate or…

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has taken a serious toll on businesses across all industries, and supply chain companies are no exception. According to a recent survey from the Institute of Supply Management (ISM), nearly 75% of companies report supply chain…

Choosing a third-party logistics (3PL) provider isn’t just another procurement exercise — it’s a critical strategic decision that will impact your supply chain’s efficiency, cost structure and your ability to meet customer expectations. While the right 3PL partner can help…

The recent announcement of Hanjin Shipping’s bankruptcy filing, and the ensuing chaos resulting in tens of billions of dollars in cargo stranded at sea, is the latest reminder of the inherent risk in global supply chain management. Supply chain risk…