Optimizing warehouse storage practices helps businesses maximize their efficiency, reduce their costs, and ensure products move swiftly from shelves to consumers. But what exactly should you do to improve your warehouse operations? Adopting industry best practices can help you get…
As the year draws to a close, the one thing that’s probably on your mind is starting the coming year with a strategic advantage over your competitors. And if your organization supplies goods, you understand how much supply chain costs…
While supply chain delays are slowing down, they may continue to impact your business for the foreseeable future. If there's one thing we’ve learned over the past few years, it’s that there is a need to build a responsive supply chain.…
With increasing pressure to reduce costs and optimize operations, organizations are looking at every aspect of their supply chain. That includes yard management with an eye toward streamlining processes, enhancing productivity, and reducing labor costs. Amid labor challenges, inflation, and…
In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful catalyst for change. Rusty Coleman, the Vice President of Digital Transformation at Surgere, shares his candid thoughts on AI, its pivotal role in the company's…
Knowing the location of people and assets in real time is crucial for many industries. While outdoor localization has matured thanks to GPS, indoor localization has been a bit more challenging. Indoor GPS tracking often suffers from signal attenuation, interference,…
Published by: Alan Ashworth, Akron Beacon Journal On Massillon Road in Green, some pretty high-tech, '70s sci-fi stuff is going on at Surgere. There are no flying cars or cyborg hands in a glass case, but its inventory tracking capabilities…
If the distribution world has learned anything over the past three years, it’s the importance of supply chain visibility. When disruption occurs, the best way to mitigate risk, stay ahead of issues, and keep customers informed is by having a…
Customers today are demanding. They want a seamless experience across every touchpoint whenever and however they shop. Whether they are buying in-store, through your website, or any number of online stores, they expect a consistent, high-quality experience. They want real-time…
Technological advancements in recent decades have transformed the supply chain. While at one time, customers were accustomed to waiting 6-8 weeks to receive purchases, they now expect prompt service delivery. Delivering on time and in-full (OTIF) is one key to…
