Synergy of Information and Material Handling Automation is Key in Supply Chain Management
Written By: SPS Chauhan
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
The benefits of timely and accurate information in the supply chain are the driving force behind automation, but to achieve meaningful automation, the automation of material handling and the automation of information should go hand in hand.
Business is ever changing and competition is always increasing, but the companies that can properly harness the power of automation in their supply chains will thrive into the future…
Generation Y currently makes up the second-largest workforce in U.S. history at 70 million people, so it is likely that current and future hires into your distribution center will include many in this generation. Although it is difficult to talk in all-encompassing generalities about a group of employees, understanding Gen Y’s needs and their generational/cultural attitudes toward a work/life balance and engagement can make for an overall better workplace.
Upon the approach of my tenth anniversary with Bastian Solutions, I began asking myself what makes this company successful. After all, there must be some reason or reasons why I have found such satisfaction here that I have contributed a decade’s worth of skill, talent, and effort toward the company’s success. In answering this question, recent project experiences led me to an answer that lies partially outside of the company…
March Madness is finally here, and there’s a reason it’s called “madness.” The unexpected often happens – which is very exciting in sports, but not so much with a mission critical project. To reduce the “madness” that can often overwhelm and impede project success, follow this simple outline. As a result, you will save time, effort and money over the lifespan of the project.
Behind all those flower bouquets, candy hearts, and jewelry boxes, there’s a manufacturer and distributor who got them to you! So this year, I thought it would be fun to take a look at the numbers and logistics behind Valentine’s Day because without all the behind-the-scenes work, well, the day just wouldn’t be the same…
