KPIs and benchmarking are important, no doubt. They are generally used as a tool to help you see where you’re at a company, a department, or even at one stage in your career. But is there a difference between the two, and are they the same thing? What is a KPI? KPI (Key Performance Indicator) is a numerical measure of […]
As much as we would like to believe, we cannot always get what we want. Sometimes, we can lose sight of the fact that when it comes to logistics, there are things we can control and things we cannot. Often, the things we can’t control are beyond our control. Outsourcing is the choice of companies to hire another company to […]
Supply chain management refers to the process of coordinating the flow of goods from the source to the customer or the end-user. It requires the ability to forecast the various stages of the supply chain accurately and plan for the various contingencies that may occur along the way. This can be done through the use of planning and forecasting tools. […]
When setting a performance target, it’s important to consider the various KPIs and how they fit together to form a complete set of metrics. A warehouse manager may want to track the number of pallets processed or the amount of product shipped, but these KPIs can be combined with other metrics to provide a holistic picture of a warehouse’s performance. […]
Packaging is a big business. That is where the term ‘green’ comes in! What exactly does ‘green’ mean? It simply means using recyclable, biodegradable, or reusable packaging materials to protect the items you are shipping. These days, most consumers are concerned about what they can do to protect the environment. When you buy a product, several factors go into choosing […]
Whatever industry we are in we should now be looking to make our packaging as sustainable as possible. Sustainable is about not compromising the ability for future generations to be able to meet their basic needs. The way the planet is currently being harmed threatens this. For this reason, we need to look to ways that can help, and sustainable […]
Shipping logistics can be a money sinkhole for businesses that do not have an efficient process. Any company with inventory needs secure, high-quality logistic solutions to keep their operation profitable. Furthermore, this is why so many businesses that rely on logistics now work with distribution consultants like DMW&H that can provide support with Material Handling Design features and other key […]
