Is your warehouse a source of stress and inefficiency? You’re not alone. Many businesses struggle with warehouse management, but it doesn’t have to be that way. This post will walk you through the basics of warehouse management and its importance. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge to transform your warehouse into a well-oiled machine. … Read more
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Are you drowning in inventory management complexity? A periodic inventory system—which involves updating inventory records at scheduled intervals rather than in real time—could save you time, money, and headaches. In this article, you’ll discover… Let’s dive in and unlock the potential of periodic inventory systems. How does the periodic inventory system work? A periodic inventory … Read more
Pallet racking is an essential storage solution for businesses that need to make the most of their warehouse space and efficiently manage their inventory. It’s a system of horizontal beams and vertical upright frames that create a sturdy structure for storing pallets of goods. Pallet racks are widely used in various industries, including manufacturing, distribution, … Read more
Inventory management is critical to your business’s ability to meet customer demand. A perpetual inventory system provides real-time tracking of stock down to the SKU level to streamline your operations and improve efficiency. Read on to learn how these systems work and why they’re essential for you to stay in stock, manage costs, and maximize … Read more
Supply chain delays and demand spikes often mean out-of-stock items. You can quickly disappoint customers unless you have buffer stock ready to go. This extra inventory allows you to satisfy customer demands, even through supply disruptions or demand spikes. Having a big buffer stock can provide a nice safety net that allows for some peace … Read more
One of the biggest challenges faced by online retailers is dead stock, meaning products that don’t get sold. Dead stock takes up space, saps resources, and erodes profits. This article explores the different types of dead stock, how they’re caused, and what you can do to prevent dead stock from undermining the growth of your … Read more
You might hear the following terms used interchangeably: fulfillment center, warehouse, distribution center, and third-party logistics (3PL). While there is some overlap, each of these terms has a distinct meaning. Here’s what you need to know when comparing a fulfillment center vs. warehouse, distribution center, or 3PL. Fulfillment center vs. warehouse: What is the difference? … Read more
First in, first out — or FIFO — is an inventory management practice where the oldest stock goes to fill orders first. That way, the first stock purchased/received is the first to leave. FIFO is also an accounting principle, but it works slightly differently in accounting versus in order fulfillment. Inventory management is critical to … Read more
Innovative eCommerce fulfillment providers have been looking for better ways to measure and charge for warehouse storage. A volumetric storage model accurately measures the space your goods actually use, so the industry is moving toward this more precise method for determining client storage needs. Volumetric storage definition Volumetric storage calculates storage charges by the average … Read more
Which is better? Floor loading vs palletizing? Many ecommerce companies don’t get involved in the taskwork of loading and unloading shipping containers. That’s one of the benefits of outsourcing fulfillment to a 3PL, but the decision between using floor loaded shipments vs palletized containers can impact cost and speed. Here, we’ll explore what you need … Read more
Choosing the wrong facility type can cost your business thousands in unnecessary expenses and create operational bottlenecks that frustrate customers. Yet many supply chain managers treat “depot” and “warehouse” as interchangeable terms—a costly mistake that impacts everything from location strategy to delivery speed. The distinction isn’t just semantic. Distribution centers and warehouses serve fundamentally different … Read more
Here’s the raw reality: warehouses don’t typically love receiving floor-loaded shipments. Why? Because unloading floor-loaded containers is much more complicated, time-consuming, and hazardous than receiving palletized stock. That said, there are times when floor stacking is the best (or only) option for one of your shipments. So, it’s critical to understand the eCommerce fulfillment logistics … Read more
