MARCH 2019
VOLUME 17 NO. 3
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32 Predictive analytics for
non-analysts: interview with
Randy Bradley
BY MITCH MAC DONALD
According to Dr. Randy Bradley, the best view you have
of what’s in front of you is really what’s behind you.
37 Four tips for a successful
new-product launch
BY TOBY GOOLEY
3New-product launches come with a special set of
delivery challenges. Here are some steps you can take to
ensure your new product arrives on time and ready to roll.
42 Journey toward automation
BY VICTORIA KICKHAM
Footwear and accessories retailer Journeys is poised to
accommodate future growth thanks to a distribution
center upgrade that includes an efficiency-enhancing
warehouse execution system.
48 Managing a supply chain in
uncertain times
BY BEN AMES
No one knows what the future holds for logistics and
supply chain professionals. But an ambitious new
research project aims to guide the way.
53 Is it time to replace your WMS?
BY BEN AMES
In response to pressures brought on by the omnichannel
revolution, more and more retail distribution leaders are
questioning whether their legacy warehousing software
can keep up with the times.
59 ProMat ’19: Come for the show,
stay for the “Wow”
BY DC VELOCITY STAFF
Looking to find your Wow—that trend or technology that
will take your supply chain to the next level? Chances are,
you’ll find it among ProMat’s 1,000-plus exhibits.
