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Abstract:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume that it is easy to achieve), but rather to develop or improve the systems and business processes needed
to sustain higher levels of efficiency and productivity. (...)
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The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume th...
Published:
2004-08-03
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Abstract:
Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obstacles is the lack of integration, since there is a dearth of software tools from enterprise application
integration vendors to get data from RFID tags and reade (...)
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supply chain case study for shipping:
Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obsta...
Published:
2004-08-04
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Abstract:
HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned. (...)
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HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned.
Published:
2004-10-20
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Abstract:
Achieving perfection in all of its transactions is important for shipping companies like Yantian—perfection that can
only come with automation. While Yantian uses industry-standard electronic data interchange (EDI) to exchange transaction
documents, it must accommodate the wide variety of media, fo (...)
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... Source: Inovis. Document Type: Case Study Description: Achieving perfection
in all of its transactions is important for shipping companies like Yantian ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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The client: a US-based provider of reusable rack rental, recovery, and closed loop logistics management for bulk shipping
and display of live goods, from nurseries to retailers. Faced with growing demand for its racks, the distributor required
an enterprise-wide application that allowed flexibility for g (...)
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... Type: Case Study Description: The client: a US-based provider of reusable
rack rental, recovery, and closed loop logistics management for bulk shipping and ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
An example of enterprise distribution software implementation. Read this case study. Click here! Engraving materials supplier
Johnson Plastics needed a way to stay ahead of the competition. To leave a lasting impression on customers, Johnson knew that
fulfilling its promise of next-day shipping was priori (...)
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... Source: VAI. Document Type: Case Study Description: Engraving materials
supplier Johnson Plastics ... that fulfilling its promise of next-day shipping was priority
...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Take a tip from the professionals about purchase order.No obligation ever!Free whitepaper Here. Aside from geographic challenges,
Kyocera—distributor of document management devices—also grapples with three-month lead times, purchase-order constraints,
and stocking commitments. Forecasting accu (...)
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Take a tip from the professionals about purchase order.No obligation ever!Free whitepaper Here. Aside from geographic challenges,
Kyocera—dis...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Radio frequency identification (RFID) is the latest buzzword in the world of manufacturing and distribution technology. If
you believe the press releases, it is a panacea and cure-all for what ails the industry. While RFID may not solve world hunger,
you may not want to propose a solution without it. Thi (...)
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Radio frequency identification (RFID) is the latest buzzword in the world of manufacturing and distribution technology. If
you believe the press r...
Published:
2004-06-28
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Abstract:
International Marketing Group (IMG) was used to tall orders. And although fulfillment mistakes were rare for the third-party
logistics company, any errors that did occur were extremely costly. In order to stay competitive, IMG realized that it would
need to increase its fulfillment output. With its new w (...)
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Fulfillment Company Reduces Shipping Errors with WMS. Source: Cadre Technologies, Inc. Document Type: Case
Study Description: International Marketing Group (IMG ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
A few years ago, the top customer complaint for plastics provider Rowmark was shipping errors. For several reasons, customers
weren’t receiving what they ordered. Problems were traced back to handwritten inventory labels, and manual counting and checking
of orders. Learn how the company upgraded the sy (...)
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... Source: Consona. Document Type: Case Study Description: A few years
ago, the top customer complaint for plastics provider Rowmark was shipping errors. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned. (...)
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supply chain case study for shipping:
HP is making strides in complying with Wal-Mart's RFID mandates. This article describes the key lessons learned.
Published:
2004-10-20
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Abstract:
Relying on drop-shipping (sometimes called "virtual inventory") is neither as easy nor as profitable as it may appear to
be. Nothing has hurt the adoption of multichannel shopping more than orders which are delayed—or even cancelled—because of
stock-outs. (...)
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Relying on drop-shipping (sometimes called "virtual inventory") is neither as easy nor as profitable as it may appear
to be. Nothing has hurt the ...
Published:
2006-08-21
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Abstract:
To enable organizations to support lean and traditional manufacturing practices in a single system, Microsoft Dynamics AX
has incorporated lean manufacturing constructs into its package. Several case studies illustrate the use of kanbans in various
lean environments. (...)
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To enable organizations to support lean and traditional manufacturing practices in a single system, Microsoft Dynamics AX
has incorporated lean ma...
Published:
2009-03-09
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Abstract:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for Supply Chain Cost-Cutting Strategies. Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
Relevant and Time-Bound. Process industries (chemicals, food and beverage, oil and gas, etc.) face rising manufacturing and
logistics costs. And they’re finding that the old strategi (...)
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supply chain case study for shipping:
Your Challenge: Get Decision Makers' Approval for Supply Chain Cost-Cutting Strategies. Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
Relevant and Time-Bound. ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume that it is easy to achieve), but rather to develop or improve the systems and business processes needed
to sustain higher levels of efficiency and productivity. (...)
Excerpt related to
supply chain case study for shipping:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume th...
Published:
2004-08-03
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Abstract:
As companies struggle to control costs, the supply chain and management of supply resources have come under scrutiny. The
supply chain is one area where a company can achieve quick gains and receive a fast return on investment. (...)
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supply chain case study for shipping:
As companies struggle to control costs, the supply chain and management of supply resources have come under scrutiny. The
supply chain is one area...
Published:
2009-07-24
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Abstract:
A four-phased approach allowed for the gradual assimilation of a new technology into the organization. Start small and feel
your way, but think and plan for bigger opportunities. The benefits are gained and eventually the technology would be deployed
throughout all of the manufacturing and distribution f (...)
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supply chain case study for shipping:
A four-phased approach allowed for the gradual assimilation of a new technology into the organization. Start small and feel
your way, but think an...
Published:
2005-03-09
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Abstract:
Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obstacles is the lack of integration, since there is a dearth of software tools from enterprise application
integration vendors to get data from RFID tags and reade (...)
Excerpt related to
supply chain case study for shipping:
Compliance with the market RFID mandate has unfortunately preceded the achievements of applied physics and computer science.
One of the main obsta...
Published:
2004-08-04
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Abstract:
SAP Support of the Health Care Supply Chain's Ongoing Effort to Ensure Patient Safety and Drive Business Value. Documents
and Other Software to Use In Your Health Care System and in Relation To Supply Chain and Business Value. Electronic product
code information services (EPCIS) is a standard mechanism fo (...)
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SAP Support of the Health Care Supply Chain's Ongoing Effort to Ensure Patient Safety and Drive Business Value. Documents
and Other Software to Use...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Maple Leaf Farms Improves Inventory Control with WMS. Search for Data and Other Software to Define Your Dynamic System Related
to the Inventory Control with WMS. As one of North America’s premier producers of duck products, Maple Leaf Farms knew the
importance of delivering fresh, quality goods to its c (...)
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... VAI. Document Type: Case Study Description: As one ...
to streamline its manufacturing, shipping, and reporting ... Software WMS, Warehouse Supply
Chain Management, WMS ...
Published:
2010-03-11