Filed in Warehouse

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

While 2012 is expected to be a slow growth year overall for commercial real estate sector, a report from global commercial real estate company Grubb & Ellis Company cited how the logistics real estate market “has become the most resilient and dynamic segment of the overall U.S. industrial real estate market.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

The 6th Annual Warehouse and Distribution Center (DC) Operations Survey findings reveal that inventory turns are not improving, more DCs are closing rather than opening, and many companies are remaining cautious with equipment investment.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Our 2011 findings reveal that inventory turns are not improving, more DCs are closing rather than opening, and many companies are remaining cautious with equipment investment.

Thursday, October 27, 2011

A 15-minute walk-through of a facility can tell more about operations than an hour in the conference room.

Until you get the basics right, you'll never get the most from other systems or processes.

Thursday, September 01, 2011

While the logistics real estate market finished 2010 on a strong note, various factors—such as high oil and gas prices, debt issues in the U.S. and abroad, the earthquake and tsunami in Japan contributed to the very real possibility that the first half of 2011 would not be as fortunate.

Monday, August 22, 2011

Join Group Editorial Director Michael Levans, Modern Materials Handling (Modern) Executive Editor Bob Trebilcock, and a select team of materials handling analysts, consultants, and practitioners as they share how today’s leading supply chain professionals are leveraging evolving technologies in an effort to reduce handling costs, improve facility operations, and make a positive impact on overall business strategy.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

The prime objective for all supply chains is to provide clients with what they want, when they want it. Inventory management plays a central role in every supply chain’s need to satisfy its clients.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Inventory optimization—the process of scientifically determining the right inventory levels across the supply chain—has never been easy. But advanced tools now available are enabling companies to do the job faster, more accurately, and with greater business impact. In fact, industry leaders are finding that IO can drive greater profitability through lower inventories, better fill rates, and ultimately a more satisfied customer.

What steps can you take now to make sure your warehouse or DC can hit the ground running as the bull market returns?