Yodel, the UK parcel delivery company, has introduced a fully integrated control tower solution to optimise and manage its fleet of over 600 LGVs and 1,500 trailers.
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.
Service Management Expo 2011. Registration is now live
Jul 07, 2011
Registration for Service Management Expo, the annual exhibition and conference and Europe's only dedicated event for the field service market, has now opened.
Exact Synergy for iPhone and iPad frees the mobile workforce
Jul 07, 2011
Exact, a global supplier of business software, is introducing Exact Synergy for iPhone and iPad.
Swisslog and prismat enter into partnership for SAP Extended Warehouse Management
Jul 07, 2011
Swisslog and prismat, the German-based expert for SAP implementation, have decided to enter into a close partnership.
The right move: Extricom WLAN and the Kiva System MFS
Jul 07, 2011
Speed and efficiency are critical business metrics in retail distribution centres. How fast and accurately an order is fulfilled after customers click the Send button on their browser often determines whether those customers come back for more.
Clydebuilt Solutions announces launch of new website
Jul 07, 2011
Clydebuilt Solutions Ltd has been providing quality warehouse management systems to the logistics industry for over 20 years.
PAID Inc. drives online sales, loyalty for clients via enhanced CRM, analytics
Jul 05, 2011
PAID Inc. reports that it has raised the bar for delivering consumer intelligence to its range of clients with the sweeping upgrade of integrated Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technology and analytics tools.
Voice enables Clipper to improve service to Liberty
Jun 30, 2011
Luxury department store, Liberty London, has implemented Voice technology in Clipper Logistics warehouse operations to improve the turnaround time of goods coming into the warehouse and arriving at the store.
Ortec Consulting Group launches SAP Practice
Jun 30, 2011
Ortec Consulting Group has announced the launch of a dedicated SAP Practice for the Benelux region.
Travis Perkins is first in UK to deploy Barloworld SCS's CAST Aurora Software
Jun 30, 2011
The Travis Perkins Group has become the first UK company to deploy the new CAST Aurora supply chain network modelling software, from Barloworld Supply Chain Software (SCS).
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.
