November 10th Picking Perfection Addresses Rationale for 3PLs in the Supply Chain

Nov. 6, 2014 - PRLog -- The fourteenth issue of “Picking Perfection” (a weekly e-newsletter) to be released November 10, 2014, will report that 95 percent of the US's chief executives believe they should have some form of logistics strategy, and nearly 50 percent are currently incorporating supply chain planning into overall business strategies. The industry's 3PL provider alone counts for more than $78 billion and is estimated to be growing by 15-20 percent per year.

Next week’s newsletter will also address how third-party logistics providers offering warehousing, trucking, and storage solutions for retail companies are experiencing significant growth as business increases; automation to meet the demands of growing list of clients almost always translates to improving the picking process.  Most often to overcome language barriers and support lean ergonomic best practices, Pick-to-light (PTL) is ranked as the best solution to reduce operational costs, improve productivity, and reduce errors. International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) suggested the 3PL benefits can be quantified by a reduced need for personnel, reduced transportation and distribution costs, improved customer service, improved cycle time, and frees-up capital in manufacturers' and marketers' non-core areas.

Each week the newsletter will look at best picking practices.


Pcdata USA will be exhibiting at ProMAT Conference Booth #4564 in Chicago, IL from March 23-26, 2015.

Pcdata USA Pick-to-light systems are part of a lean process, offering shorter throughput times, fewer errors, significant cost savings;  additionally the result is increased customer satisfaction, a faster ability to supply products, and process transparency. Traditional picking methods are one of highest expenses when operating a warehouse. Pcdata USA lowers that cost through leading edge Pick-to-light systems. Pcdata USA installation versus implementation products are experiencing huge growth in hundreds of business sectors throughout North America.

Pcdata USA  is a global logistics systems leader for supply chain automation.   Pcdata USA offers affordable out-of-the-box warehouse optimization solutions. Contact Pcdata USA at (855) 844-1086. Follow Pcdata USA on Twitter @pcdatausa.

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Antonio Rodrigues
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