摘要: |
Activity that takes place within the four walls of the warehouse or DC is usually well orchestrated, documented, and in most cases, supported by technology. Using warehouse management systems (WMS), companies have been increasingly automating this aspect of their supply chains. Transportation management systems (TMS) take over once shipments reach the "other side of the gate," so to speak, and make their way to their destinations. And somewhere between the WMS and TMS lies the yard and dock, both of which have frequently been referred to as the "black holes" of the supply chain. That's because at many facilities, these vital areas aren't necessarily managed with technology, or the solutions in use don't "talk" to other platforms. This leaves gaps in the supply chain-something that companies have increasingly been trying to avoid in today's fast-paced, resource-constrained fulfillment environment. |