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Articles by Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

A WOMAN IN A PINK SWEATER HOLDS UP A GREEN HAPPY EMOJI SIGN AND A RED SAD EMOJI SIGN
2024 GREAT PARTNERS CASE STUDY

Timely, Detailed Employee Feedback Can Alleviate Warehouse Labor Retention Problems

August 8, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Traditionally, it’s been tough to gather detailed, timely feedback on employees’ experiences, mood, suggestions and likelihood of quitting. Until now.


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A STREAM OF BLUE AND WHITE DRUG CAPSULES FLOWS THROUGH A PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING PLANT
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Drug Supply Chains Need Better Visibility

August 1, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Better communication is needed about the flow of drugs, from the manufacturer, through the distribution network to the hospital and, at the end, how those medications are being prescribed.


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A MAP OF THE WORLD IS REPRESENTED WITH ALL THE LAND MASSES TIED UP IN BROWN PAPER, AS PARCELS
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U.S. E-Commerce Vendors to Embrace International Markets, Says DHL Survey

July 23, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

A potential fly in the ointment is the looming possibility of increased tariffs on internationally sourced goods, which appears likely under a Republican government.


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A BLUE COMPUTER SCREEN DISPLAYS WHITE LETTERING WARNING THAT A PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED.
CROWDSTRIKE SOFTWARE CRASH

Worldwide Transportation Chaos After Widespread Software Crash

July 19, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Many port operations were disrupted, and air freight was hit the hardest, with a recovery period of the complex air cargo network predicted to last days or weeks.


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TWO HANDS HOLD A BOX AT THE MOUTH OF AN OPEN LOCKER IN A BANK OF LOCKERS
SCB FEATURE

Are Delivery Lockers Finally Going to Proliferate in the U.S.?

July 10, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

The smart parcel locker market is experiencing rapid growth amid increasing demand for efficient and secure package delivery solutions.


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A WOMAN SITTING ON HER LIVING ROOM FLOOR OPENS BOXES OF CLOTHES
SCB FEATURE

Taming the Dragon of Returns

June 27, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Retailers hate returns; consumers need them. Is it possible to reconcile the two?


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Cargo containers with Chinese and United States flags reflecting trade war and restrictions in export and import
SCB FEATURE

Companies Face New Normal of Tariffs, Trade Regulation Compliance

June 25, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

It may seem like rapidly changing trade rules are the result of temporary geopolitical upheavals, but compliance experts say the chaos is here to stay.


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Watch: How Can Your WMS Flex When You're Growing Your Business?

June 7, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

When bringing on a new client, expanding into a new facility, or even opening a micro-fulfillment-based store, it's critical to have the flexibility in your warehouse management system that allows you to flex your operations as needed, says Chris O'Stean, vice president of solutions consulting at Softeon.


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Watch: Performance Management: Key to Boosting Warehouse Worker Productivity and Morale

June 5, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Alex Rhea, chief technology officer and co-founder of Takt, likes to talk about performance management rather than labor management.


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Watch: Key Requirements for Choosing a Warehouse Management System

May 31, 2024
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Choosing a warehouse management system most likely involves turning from home-grown IT to an expert external vendor, streamlining legacy technology, and expanding the business portfolio, says Sean Moore, chief information officer with CJ Logistics Americas.


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