Evermore pressure is being put on the supply chain as companies push to move goods through more efficiently while remaining responsive to demand. The logistics function is a key differentiator in the race to work smarter and stay agile in the face of evol
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Paxar UK has developed two lightweight versions of its Monarch Pathfinder, a multi-function, real-time, one-piece hand-held scanner, data collector, printer and label applicator. The new MO6032 and MO6037 models are said to be suitable for time-eff
The Argos Retail Group (ARG), comprising Homebase and Argos, is using global logistics provider Kuehne & Nagel (K&N) to handle its supply chain management. The deal is claimed to be one of the largest ever concerning supply chain management.
Private road and rail logistics provider The Potter Group has invested millions of pounds to offer clients a full intermodal container management service. Based on its expertise in road and rail freight, storage and distribution, the group has introduced
IKEA’s distribution centre complex at Peterborough, which is operated by ND Logistics UK, has been supplied with high performance batteries by Hawker Traction to power the 67 electric lift trucks working at the site.
Nissan Forklift has introduced a special forklift truck which provides far better forward visibility for operators with tall loads. The Hi-Rise Panoramic is a raised level, engine-powered counterbalanced truck available with lift capacities of 2.0,
Transport is the key element in the logistics industry but in Europe it is at a crossroads, and no longer sustainable. Integral to the concept of a European Union (EU) is the removal of internal barriers and the creation of a single market.
High street retailer BhS has selected Empirica warehouse management software from Chess Logistics Technology to manage deliveries to overseas franchisees from its Atherstone distribution centre. The Empirica warehouse management software will be in
A faster, more efficient order picking routines are now being realised by Hi-Tec Sports UK following a major reorganisation of existing material flow procedures at its Southend warehousing and distribution complex.
Much of the demand has been generated by retailers eager to improve their supply chain networks both to meet their customers’ demands in the store, and to drive down costs. There are a number of reasons why companies need to improve their supply chains.
