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What is… “FIFO”?
There are a variety of strategies for putting away and retrieving goods in storage. One of them is the FIFO...
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Returns management – Part 2: how can the process be accelerated?
According to Pitney Bowes, a total of 87 billion parcels were shipped worldwide in 2018. It is estimated that some...
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Logistics for Santa Claus: how does he manage to deliver all Christmas presents on time?
Ho ho ho: Santa Claus is in the midst of preparations for his big day (or to be more precise:...
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How can retailers jump onto the e-commerce bandwagon?
The relentless rise of e-commerce continues. And while most distribution centers are located at key transportation intersections outside of cities,...
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How do I get my fleet ready for the Christmas rush?
Deck the halls with boughs of holly: For many people, the run-up to Christmas is one of the most wonderful...
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How can artificial intelligence streamline warehouse processes?
Toddlers talk with Alexa, adults ask chatbots what they should cook for dinner. Artificial intelligence (AI) has entered our everyday...
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What is… “SKU”?
It’s yet another warehouse abbreviation, and stands for stock keeping unit. A SKU is a distinct inventory item. It might...
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AI in intralogistics: How can data make warehouses smarter?
Every smartwatch and every social media account has a story to tell. These narratives are written with data – data...
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Manual picking – How can it be made faster?
Manually picking items is among the most labor-intensive and fragmented of goods-handling tasks. There’s driving up to a targeted rack,...
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Warehouse safety: How can interactive warning vests help?
Poor-visibility intersections, blind spots, narrow aisles – potential hazards are lurking around every warehouse corner. And there are some alarming...
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