Modern Best Practices - 05/06/08 | Modern Materials Handling

this month's topic

Reverse logistics
Most supply chains are designed to operate in one mode: forward. But how you handle reverse logistics and returns is every bit as important when it comes to customer satisfaction.

Automating returns with software: 5 benefits
Handling returns doesn’t have to bring your operations to a halt. Returns management software solutions can streamline the process.
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Outsourcing reverse logistics
Companies large and small are increasingly turning their reverse logistics over to 3PLs with the processes and volume to get the job done.
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Who should care about returns?
Turns out, you should, as should everyone else in your organization from the warehouse receiver to the CEO.
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MHIA forecast: slowdown
After several consecutive years of growth, including a strong 2007, the materials handling industry is expected to contract modestly in 2008 and 2009 before resuming growth mode in 2010.
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Raymond and Ballard team up to design fuel-cell powered lift trucks
With battery-replacement fuel cells a commercial reality, Raymond tackles the next challenge: integrating fuel cells into lift trucks at the factory.
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U.S. manufacturing contracts for third consecutive month
High prices continue to pinch U.S. manufacturers as orders and production rates decline.
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FKI Logistex parent company sold to Melrose Plc. for $945 million
FKI Plc., the parent company of FKI Logistex, has been acquired by Melrose Plc., a London-based specialist manufacturing investor, for $945 million according to media reports.
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