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33 The rainmakers BY DC VELOCITY STAFF ; For our 2013 Rainmakers, success isn’t just about fame and fortune. It’s also about making a contribution to the logistics field and advancing the profession.
51 Five steps to ensure
bar-code compliance
BY JAMES A. COOKE
As more DCs automate their receiving
operations, suppliers risk steep fines if they don’t
comply with customers’ labeling requirements.
Here are some tips for staying out of trouble.
55 Be safe … everywhere
BY TOBY GOOLEY
If you have multiple warehouses and DCs, you’ll
want them all to be on the same page when it
comes to safety. Here are some strategies for
ensuring consistent compliance across your
network.
60 Seven signs your supply
chain needs a redesign
BY SIMON BRAGG, RICHARD STONE, AND JULIAN VAN GEERSDAELE
Because supply chain redesigns are expensive
and time-consuming, they often get deferred.
But if your company shows any of these warning
signs, you probably can’t afford to put it off any
longer.
75 Are your conveyors ready
for e-commerce?
BY SUSAN K. LACEFIELD
If you’re using conventional systems designed to
handle cases, the answer is no. Here are some
things you can do to prepare your operations for
e-fulfillment.
