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How to Properly Lift a Pallet
How to Properly Lift a Pallet Employees working in warehouses and manufacturing face a heightened risk of sustaining injuries. In 2021, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics identified manufacturing and warehousing among the top five private sectors with the highest number of reported nonfatal work-related injuries and illnesses. A typical reusable wood block pallet weighs…
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Predictive AI in the Supply Chain
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the success of any enterprise is rooted in its ability to optimize and streamline its supply chain operations. As part of this effort, supply chain leaders have incorporated modern technology that includes automated fulfillment and location intelligence. Many of these solutions involve artificial intelligence (AI) technology in some form.…
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Advantages of Modern-Day Repetitive Manufacturing
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive manufacturing arena, efficiency, consistency, and cost-effectiveness are key factors that help determine the success of a company. For many decades, repetitive manufacturing techniques, sometimes known as mass production or continuous manufacturing, have enabled enterprises to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and reduce costs. While repetitive manufacturing is nothing new,…
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Waste Management in the Supply Chain
In today’s rapidly evolving environment, waste management remains an ever-pressing concern. As markets continue to expand and consumer demands soar, the supply chain is central not only to producing waste but also to addressing waste management challenges. The supply chain encompasses the complete journey of a product, from raw material extraction to manufacturing, distribution, and…
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ESG and the Supply Chain
As consumers become more focused on the environmental and societal impacts of the products they are purchasing, enterprises of all sizes continue to explore the implementation of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices throughout their supply chains. ESG as a term was first coined by the UN Global Impact initiative, in a 2004 study titled…
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Digital Logistics in the Supply Chain
In recent years, stakeholders throughout the supply chain — including manufacturers, retailers, and logistics services providers — have had to find new ways to remain efficient and adapt swiftly to an evolving economic environment. As 2020 brought the onset of the pandemic, businesses quickly realized that stay-at-home orders and tightened restrictions would fuel increased demand…
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What Is the Weight of a Standard Pallet?
Standard wood pallets can be manufactured by both large and small companies, out of various types of wood. Though the design is similar, the variables involved often mean that they will have different weights. Wood-block pallets can weigh anywhere from 65 to 75 pounds depending on several factors, including: Choosing a pallet is an important…
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Supply Chain Careers and Trends
Although the national health emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been lifted, the nationwide supply chain is still feeling the impact. Material shortages, transit complications, and other issues continue to create challenging obstacles. Among the most pressing issues facing enterprises throughout the industry is an ongoing labor shortage. According to one study, by…
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Transportation Management in the Supply Chain
Transportation is a crucial aspect of the global supply chain. Whether it be by land, sea, or air, ensuring that products travel to their destinations safely and efficiently is no small task. As we look ahead to what 2023 will bring, some of the challenges from the pandemic will unfortunately remain. With higher costs impacting…
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Modernizing the Supply Chain with Automated Fulfillment
In today’s fast-paced and often-disrupted supply chain industry, time is an invaluable asset. Now more than ever, customers expect exceptional service, enhanced visibility, and rapid on-time deliveries, all of which have put pressure on manufacturers, retailers, and logistics partners to streamline processes and make order fulfillment more efficient. To meet the growing demand, enterprises have…
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Earth Day: How Sustainability Contributes to a Stronger Supply Chain
Sustainability is no passing trend — it remains a key business priority for enterprises of every size. Consumers are paying closer attention than ever to the environmental footprints of the products they use, and the companies they purchase them from. Virtually all major retailers have launched multi-year initiatives to measurably cut emissions and decrease their…
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How Location Intelligence Impacts the Supply Chain
Over the past several years, it has become increasingly important for supply chain managers to prioritize improving visibility and transparency in the supply chain. Location intelligence provides vital insights that can inform supply chain processes and help predict upcoming demand. What is Location Intelligence? Location intelligence involves the process of collecting location information about products,…