In a recent newsletter from Inbound Logistics, the author provides some practical tips to reducing logistics costs, one of the largest costs areas in
UPS vs FedEx: Logistics Showdown
UPS vs Fedex. Not really an exciting showdown to most, but interesting to logistics geeks regardless. UPS and FedEx are two of the largest domestic
How Saatva Luxury Mattress Reduces Complexity [video]
Saatva Luxury Mattress reduces complexity for the customer. Because of this, Saatva reviews are overwhelmingly positive. And, we know that complexity
Lego Factory Tour and Manufacturing of the Bricks
Gizmodo was fortunate to get an inside look and helped to produce this Lego Factory Tour - their warehouse, molding processes, slotting, packaging,
Warehouse Management Metrics
In a previous post on Fulfillment Operations, I discussed the processes core to most Warehouse Operations. We also discussed where you should build
Warehouse Management Processes
In a previous post, we discussed the Practitioners of Lean Manufacturing often cite Warehousing, Fulfillment and Distribution as a form waste or muda,
Gilt Groupe, Rue La La, Fulfillment Operations [video]
Many have asked how to Private Sale sites like Rue La La, Gilt Groupe, Hautelook, Lockerz, Ideeli, and others handle Distribution and Fulfillment. In
Inside Look at 15 Amazon.com Fulfillment Center Videos
Much has been said about Amazon and how they treat their associates that work in the warehouses. I was an employee at Amazon and I personally didn't
What is a Warehouse Management System? [video]
A key element in the effective management of the warehouse is the Warehouse Management System. Another variant is the Inventory Management System.