The need to process items sent back by increasingly fickle customers has become an all-year-round burden across all sectors for third-party logistics (3PL) operators. But there is no doubt that Christmas and the New Year are still the peak periods. The volume appears to be growing. […]
Read MorePart One: Sourcing and Purchasing In this first article in a short series, we look at how SCM systems such as ProSCM Advanced Supply Chain Management Software from Principal Logistics Technologies (an Aptean company) applies advanced features to meet these sourcing and supply challenges. Manufacturers, wholesalers, […]
Read MoreSupply chains managed by manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and other businesses across the pharmaceutical sectors can be complex with a unique set of challenges. Common to many is the need to control and manage stock as it passes through a distribution centre or warehouse. Modern supply chain […]
Read MoreImplementing ProSKU Cloud-based WMS helped SSO Logistics to become the first customs site operator at the new Liverpool City Region Freeport. Using the cloud-based application enabled the company to meet the strict Freeport compliance demands of HMRC including detailed on-demand stock identification and tracking information. When […]
Read MoreSpeciality chemicals supplier Cod Beck Blenders is using the Principal Logistics Technologies (Chess Logistics Technology) ProWMS Warehouse Management System to oversee key stock control processes at its facility in North Yorkshire. The application has evolved over a number of years to integrate multiple functions and create […]
Read MoreSupply chains have become leaner as businesses remove inventory to reduce costs and cash tied up in unsold items. The challenge is to reduce inventory without compromising meeting customer expectations and fulfilling orders. It could in theory be possible to remove so much inventory from the […]
Read MoreDelyn Warehousing offers secure, bespoke and flexible managed warehouse services from its South Wales, UK location. These range from inventory management to pick-and-pack goods ready for distribution. Customers include start-ups to SMB and global businesses requiring help with stock storage, management and planning to support their […]
Read MoreWe developed and delivered a web-based ordering system for its established customer, DHL Supply Chain. The technology met a requirement from DHL’s customer, BP, operator of a retail petrol forecourt network, and simplifies the stock ordering processes within multiple franchised outlets. Situation: Avoid expense and complexity […]
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