Supply Chain: The Beer Game The MBA Beer Game is a simulation game that is often used in business schools to teach students about supply chain management and the importance of communication in the...
Robot army helps run warehouses Amazon has implemented a number of robotic technologies in its supply chain to increase efficiency and reduce costs. These include: These robots allow Amazon to increase the speed, accuracy...
Forklift Accidents – Funny but not funny. There are several ways to stay safe when driving a forklift, including: By following these safety guidelines, you can help ensure a safe and incident-free environment while...
Logistics Quotes Collection of Logistics quotes from CEOs, military leaders and logistics experts. “Major changes are coming to logistics. In the near future you will order a product and 30 minutes later a drone...
ASRS – Automated storage and retrieval system An Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) is a highly automated warehouse system that uses computer-controlled cranes, conveyors, and other equipment to move materials and products within...
Perishable monitoring with smart sensor tags: a far fetched idea, or within reach of tomorrow’s industry? The European PASTEUR project aims to develop technical means that can help to reduce these losses by developing...
Logistics and Supply Chain Management This presentation will review the growth and evolution of logistics and supply chain management, discuss their importance to business in a modern industrialized and globalized world and their subsequent...
Amazon Warehouse – behind the scenes Amazon Quotes: “Barnes & Noble and Borders had a vested interest in ensuring the book business was protected. Amazon’s strategy is radically different. Amazon can afford to use...
Logistics IoT (Internet of Things) Logistics IoT will change the Logistics industry. Economic theorist and author Jeremy Rifkin explains his concept of The Logistics Internet. Rifkin’s latest book is The Zero Marginal Cost Society:...
IKEA Distribution Center An IKEA distribution center (DC) is a facility where IKEA products are received, stored, and then distributed to stores or directly to customers. The main function of an IKEA DC is...
