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Commerce, NRF report slight gains in April retail sales
While retail sales were up in April, the growth rate was less than impressive based on data released today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF).

Army/Air Force Exchange: Reporting for duty
With an upgraded conveyor system and new picking technologies, the Exchange’s Waco distribution center supports our nation’s service men and women.

Exchange: Keeping up with peak demand
Lift trucks, stretch wrap and floor storage are at the heart of the Exchange.

NRF and Commerce report lackluster March retail sales numbers
Coming off a better than expected month in February, retail sales were somewhat lackluster in March, according to data released today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF).

Retail: DC at the center of it all
The DC is in the middle of a transformation in the way retailers interact with customers.

60 seconds with Jeremy Davidson, Fortna
Modern spends 60 seconds with the industry lead in sporting goods and retail specialty group at Fortna discussing trends in automation.

ISM reports strong February manufacturing data
The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported today that manufacturing output of February picked up where January left off: in a very good place.

Big Picture: Little things that make a big difference in your operation
Automation is transforming distribution centers. But don’t overlook the little things that can have a big impact on your performance.


HighJump Software TrueCommerce EDI Solutions Group announces strategic partnership with ProcessPro
EDI solution enables ProcessPro customers to streamline transaction processing, cut costs and improve service.

Wet Seal: Distribution at the speed of fashion
Fast fashion retailer Wet Seal designed a materials handling system that speeds new merchandise to its stores and accommodates growth.

Wet Seal: Order fulfillment in a constant stream
Wet Seal’s order fulfillment system speeds product from the receiving dock to shipping to keep a steady flow of new product in its stores.

60 seconds with Paul Evanko, St. Onge Company
Modern spends 60 seconds talking with Paul Evanko, senior vice president and principal at St. Onge, about the biggest issues facing the materials handling industry.

Intelligrated introduces new Lifecycle Support Team
Dedicated customer service account management team helps retailers and manufacturers extend the lifecycle of existing material handling systems.

NRF expects lower retail sales in 2013
According to the NRF, retail industry sales—excluding automobiles, gas stations, and restaurants—will increase 3.4 percent in 2013, down from its preliminary figure of 4.2 percent growth in 2012.


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