Why Dallas is a Great Place to Build a DC
Building a new DC in Dallas is always a good idea. But not sure of exactly where in the country you should build it? As we can see in Amazon’s search, “Where should...
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Why Chicago is a Great Place to Build a Warehouse or DC
Many of the nation’s largest order fulfillment operations locate at least one of their warehouses or DCs in Chicago, and for good reason. The city has a lot to offer, making it a great location for any operation thinking about building a new facility.
Everything You Need to Know About Inventory Costing
For any order fulfillment operation or materials handling operation to be successful, it is critical for you to have a firm understanding of the cost of goods sold, also called “Inventory Costing.” Here, we discuss some of the most common methods of inventory costing.
Top 5 Considerations When Building a New Warehouse or DC
Building a new warehouse or DC can have a tremendously positive impact on your operation’s ability to fulfill orders on time and for the lowest possible cost. If you are planning a new warehouse, these are the top considerations you should keep in mind when starting your design build.
How to Choose a Warehouse Location: 5 Important Selection Criteria
When it comes to building a new warehouse or DC, location is everything. But how should you decide where to build? Here are the most important selection criteria that you should evaluate when choosing a location for your new warehouse.
What South Carolina’s New Cigarette Tax Stamp Law Means for Cigarette Distributors
In 2019, South Carolina’s new cigarette tax stamp law officially goes into action. That leaves only a year for SC cigarette distributors to revamp their operations and make room for new equipment.
Improve eCommerce Order Fulfillment with These 3 Easy Metrics
A more educated consumer has emerged from the world of eCommerce. What metrics can order fulfillment operations track to better meet the new needs and desires of these customers?
Why Your Order Fulfillment Operation Needs to Be Measuring KPIs
If you want your order fulfillment operation to perform at its best and improve quarter over quarter, year over year, then you need measure your KPIs. How are you supposed to improve if you don’t even have a baseline to measure against?
5 Opportunities for Optimization in Your DC You’re Unaware Of
If you’re looking for opportunities to optimize your operation, start in these five areas that can have a huge impact on efficiency and productivity.
7 Reasons to Work with a Warehouse Design Consultant When Upgrading Your Warehouse
Creating a plan for upgrading your warehouse or DC can be challenging. Working with a warehouse design consultant can make things easier. Here’s how.