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How important is a label? With the increased digitalization of our supply chain, they are more important than ever. On a recent episode of The New Warehouse, Josh Roffman of Loftware discusses how labels have evolved and where they fit into today's supply chain. Curious about the future of labels and what they can do for you? Tune in to the episode right here: https://lnkd.in/ekMGUVFr

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❓ If we decide we are a match, can I please speak to a few of your customers? This and 11 additional questions to ask your potential new barcoding or WMS Vendor before making an investment. Check this out today! https://buff.ly/2QVhGww #SupplyChain

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Chris Gaffney and I are going live today at 12:15pm CDT from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) Conference in Austin, TX. Our podcast today is on “Impactful Leadership Lessons for Today’s Constantly Evolving Supply Chains”. Hope you can join us! #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #supplychaincareers

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Partnering with the right 3PL is critical when your product keeps the world connected. Here are 4 questions to ask before outsourcing your semiconductor operations. https://okt.to/RZm7x1

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New podcast alert! I got the chance to be a guest on my friend Parth Pethani's podcast recently and we had a very interesting conversation about product market fit in the warehousing industry right now. With many start-ups coming into the space it is important to understand what the needs of the operators actually are. We discuss this and more. Check it out below and let us know your thoughts.

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Optimizing E-Commerce Fulfillment with West Coast Prep & 3PL As the e-commerce landscape continues to evolve rapidly, businesses face numerous challenges in managing their retail logistics operations effectively. From kitting and labeling to handling oversized or damaged inventory, the complexities can be daunting. At West Coast Prep & 3PL we understand these intricacies and offer tailored solutions to streamline your fulfillment processes. Our expertise lies in providing comprehensive warehousing, pick-and-pack services, and seamless shipping solutions. By partnering with us, you can offload the intricate details of fulfillment operations and concentrate on growing your core business. Our team of logistics professionals is well-versed in the nuances of e-commerce platforms like #AmazonFBA, ensuring that your products are prepared and labeled with precision, enhancing the overall customer experience. One of the key advantages of working with #WestCoastPrep3PL is our ability to handle the unique requirements of your inventory. Whether you need specialized kitting services or have oversized or distressed items that require extra care, our team has the knowledge and resources to manage these challenges efficiently. We understand that every business has distinct needs, and we tailor our solutions accordingly. Moreover, our commitment to staying ahead of industry trends and adopting the latest technologies allows us to provide cutting-edge logistics solutions. From advanced inventory management systems to optimized shipping routes, we leverage the power of technology to ensure seamless operations and timely deliveries. At West Coast Prep & 3PL, we take pride in being a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimize their e-commerce fulfillment processes. By leveraging our expertise and resources across our two strategic locations, you can focus on your core competencies. If you're ready to take your e-commerce fulfillment to the next level, we invite you to reach out to our team today. Let's explore how West Coast Prep & 3PL can be your catalyst for success in the dynamic world of e-commerce. #prepandpack #3PL #ecommerce #wholesaleprep

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Today, Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics named QCD as one of the award winners for the 2024 Top Supply Chain Projects. 👏 Recognizing companies that profile innovative case study-type projects designed to automate, optimize, streamline, and improve the supply chain, this award honors QCD’s data transformation roadmap continuous improvement project. Read more in the full story at the link below. ⬇ #QualityCustomDistribution #supplychain #supplychainleadership

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Tomorrow Thursday 4/18 at High Noon 12pm EST: Join us for the shoot-out between Jake Barr, The John Wayne of Supply Chain and our own Thomas Moore for a deep dive into how to make planning play nice with execution. #loadoptimization #loadplanning #supplychainoptimization https://hubs.li/Q02t9j6d0

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Thanks to Tom Enright for a fantastic job delivering today’s opening keynote for the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium. His message was a call to action... Drive, rather than drift. His challenge for supply chain professionals is to leverage the spotlight we acquired during COVID, and stay focused on using supply chains to create and deliver value for the business, and our customers. In other words, says Tom, we need to drive. But he also painted a picture of the risk if we choose instead to coast along and drift. In that case, we will find supply chains relegated to a downward spiral of cost-cutting at the expense of service performance and resilience. ~Mr. Supply Chain #AlwaysBeLearning #SupplyChain #Gartner

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Today’s economy has become focused with fulfilling orders on-demand. Customers want speedy order processing and fulfillment. To keep up with this speedy economy, companies must be able to know what they have and where it is at any given time. RFID technology can provide real-time data, offering insight for better decision making and precise asset management. Read about the benefits of RFID for tires, totes, and T&L! https://lnkd.in/grU-mxnY

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Supply Chain…Supply Chain..Supply Chain 🤔🤔 “The strike, the first by the union since 1977, is based not only wages but potential automation” https://lnkd.in/eEtkETmm

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The Supply Chain Visibility Puzzle: Why the Market is So Confusing 😕 The average Fortune 1000 company has between 15-25 different supply chain systems of record (ERPs, WMSs, TMSs, OMSs, Planning, Replenishment, etc.) Achieving internal visibility across all these systems is hard enough, but extending that visibility across external stakeholders (carriers, suppliers, 3PLs, customers, etc.) can be daunting for most organizations. Oh, it gets worse. In a world where supply chain complexity is growing, the number and types of systems meant to help analyze and provide visibility to those supply chains is also becoming more complex, fragmented, and confusing. Many solution providers provide important but small pieces to the Supply Chain Visibility puzzle. Customers are often left with more systems, more data integration, more complexity, and more confusion. Below please find a quick cheat sheet of the key systems that offer various types of visibility within the supply chain. By understanding the role each system plays—whether it's external collaboration, internal operations, or transportation tracking—you can gain deeper insight into how visibility drives efficiency and decision-making across your entire network. 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶–𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 (𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗕𝗡𝘀) ✅𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀: A platform that connects multiple companies in a supply chain. ✅𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Works with external data (suppliers, carriers, shippers). ✅𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Facilitates real-time collaboration and data sharing across procurement, logistics, and manufacturing. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 (𝗥𝗧𝗧𝗩𝗣𝘀) ✅𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀: A system for tracking shipments and logistics in real time. ✅𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Works with external transportation data from carriers and logistics partners. ✅𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Provides real-time insights on the location, status, and delivery times of goods in transit. 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 (𝗪𝗔𝗦𝘀) ✅𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀: Analytics for managing and optimizing daily warehouse operations across all systems in the 4 walls (WMS, LMS, WCS, MHE, HR, and Time Tracking). ✅𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Works with internal data (inventory, labor, space utilization). ✅𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Provides real-time visibility into warehouse activities for efficient handling, storage, and movement of goods as well as trend reporting and analytics over time. 𝗘𝗻𝗱-𝘁𝗼-𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 ✅𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀: A central platform that unifies and consolidates supply chain data. ✅𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Works with internal data (inventory, orders, shipments, demand). ✅𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Eliminates data silos to provide a cohesive view of the entire supply chain. Any systems I missed? 👇 Comment "Visibility" below and I will send you full PDF cheat sheet that includes "Key Benefits" of each solution #supplychain

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In today's coverage of 3SC #SupplyChainChronicles, read about how Ekart Logistics and Walmart are expanding their #LogisticsNetwork and the performance benchmarks experienced by J&J Snack Foods Corp with their investments in regional #DistributionCenters. #SupplyChain #SupplyChainManagement #SupplyChainInsights #SupplyChainNews #Logistics #LogisticsOptimization #SupplyChainTrends #BusinessGrowth #Ekart #Walmart #3SC

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Thanks ASCM and Joe. It was great speaking with you on a very relevant and current topic. #sop #soe #Supplychain #chainsequence

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Streamlining Your Supply Chain: The Do’s and Don'ts Reducing the number of suppliers you work with can significantly enhance your supply chain effectiveness. By focusing on a select few, you cultivate stronger relationships that boost your negotiating power and buying leverage.  This strategic approach leads to: 🔹 Lower Costs 🔹 Better Payment Terms 🔹 Improved Shipping Conditions 🔹 Improved Communication Join Tyler Barker in our latest video as he dives into the key strategies for streamlining supply chains and maximising your partnerships. 👉 Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/eZQ4TNqn And, don't forget to hit the notification button to be alerted for next week's video! 🔔 #Supplychainmanagement #Businessgrowth #Strategicpartnerships #Efficiency #Negotiation

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Interesting article providing insights on where shippers want/need to see improvement in carrier and broker technology investment and I agree with the responses. Shippers need real-time visibility of where their shipments are to help improve production planning, inventory management and yard space. Better and tighter integration with TMS, WMS and ERP systems improve processes throughout the entire supply chain. Investment by the providers will further enhance the value of shipper focused systems like the N&C LiveConnect TMS.

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