Intermec, Inc. has announced the new PR2 and PR3 mobile receipt printers. The small, light and durable printers are designed for all-day comfort for mobile field professionals in direct-store delivery (DSD) route accounting, field service, mobile point of sale and electronic citation.
Retail Supply Chain Software/Management, Retail Management Software, Retail Warehousing
The term Retail is defined as the sale of goods and services from companies or individuals to the end-consumer. Retailers acquire goods from producers and then sell these goods in-store or on-line via the internet. Retail supply chain software can enhance supply chain efficiency and trading partner collaboration by better connecting product information, processes and trading partners. Retail companies become involved in supply chain management in order to control product quality, inventory levels, timing, and expenses. Retail supply chain software encompasses warehouse & transportation solutions, inventory control, and possibly additional strategic/planning modules, particularly for the larger/volume-based retailers.
topVOX presents Voxter Elite Edition
Apr 18, 2012
Compact, rugged and efficient - that is how topVOX describes its new Voxter Elite Edition. topVOX's speech terminal features a sleek design and high technical specification.
New accessories for the CL900 tablet PC boost field productivity
Apr 18, 2012
Motion Computing, provider of tablet PCs and supporting mobility solutions, has launched several new accessories for the CL900 Tablet PC.
Kewill at Multimodal
Apr 18, 2012
Kewill, provider of global trade and logistics software, will be demonstrating the capabilities of its logistics and freight forwarding software at Multimodal, the UK and Ireland freight transport and logistics exhibition, 1-3 May 2012 at the NEC Birmingham.
Panasonic Computer Product Solutions launches vehicle computer docking for its rugged Toughbook and Toughpad ranges in Europe
Apr 18, 2012
Panasonic has announced its entry into the European vehicle computer docking market with the launch of a wide range of vehicle docks and services for its Toughbook and Toughpad rugged mobile computers.
Dynamic picking solution for Seals Warehouse
Apr 18, 2012
A unique combination of vertical picking towers, sortation conveyors, RF barcode scanners and warehouse management system has provided industrial products supplier Eriks UK with a highly productive, adaptable and efficient order fulfilment solution at its seals warehouse in Dudley.
Vanderlande Industries establishes local presence in Australia
Apr 18, 2012
Vanderlande Industries has opened a new office in Sydney in response to the increasing demand for smart material handling solutions in Australia. This new location will enable Vanderlande to further strengthen its presence on the Australian and Asia-Pacific markets, and to provide the most efficient possible locally based customer support.
Gartner positions @logistics Reply in 'Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems'
Apr 11, 2012
@logistics Reply, a Reply Group company specialising in the planning and development of integrated Supply Chain Execution solutions (SCM), has been placed within the 'Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems 2012' by ICT Analyst, Gartner.
Brook Street Foods chooses BCP's Accord
Apr 11, 2012
Foodservice wholesaler, Brook Street Foods, is making a significant investment in a 14 user end-to-end Accord Distribution System including Voice directed Warehouse Management from supply chain solutions specialist, BCP, to help support its continued growth.
Kewill showcases its end-to-end logistics capabilities and sponsors the delegate party at Multimodal
Apr 11, 2012
Kewill, the provider of global trade and logistics software, will be demonstrating the capabilities of its logistics and freight forwarding software at Multimodal, the UK and Ireland's leading freight transport and logistics exhibition, 1-3 May 2012 at the NEC Birmingham. The Kewill software delivers advanced efficiency to the logistics cycle and will be demonstrated on stand 730, Hall 4.
Retail Supply Chain Management
Retail supply chain management (RSCM) is the process of managing the flow of products from suppliers to retailers to consumers. It includes all the activities involved in getting products to the right place at the right time, in the right quantity, and at the right cost.
RSCM is an essential part of any retail business, as it can have a significant impact on profitability. By optimizing the supply chain, retailers can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and deliver products to customers more quickly. RSCM also includes a number of other activities, such as inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer service.
There are a number of challenges that retailers face in managing their supply chains. These include:
- Volatile demand: Consumer demand can be unpredictable, which can make it difficult to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
- Globalization: The increasing globalization of the retail industry means that retailers need to manage their supply chains across multiple countries and cultures.
- Technology: The rapid pace of technological change is impacting the retail supply chain, as retailers need to adopt new technologies to stay ahead of the competition.
The five main components of RSCM are:
- Planning: This involves forecasting demand, developing sourcing strategies, and creating production schedules.
- Procurement: This involves sourcing raw materials, components, and finished goods from suppliers.
- Manufacturing: This involves transforming raw materials into finished goods.
- Warehousing: This involves storing finished goods until they are needed.
- Distribution: This involves transporting finished goods to retailers.
