Tag Archives: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Fear and 3PLs

Posted on July 2, 2014 by admin

One of the great drivers of fear in business is the unknown. When you are looking for a Third party logistics company, uncertainty is the norm. What do you really know about any 3PL firm other than what they tell … Continue reading →

IT MAKES SENSE TO USE A LEAN 3PL–HERE’S WHY

Posted on August 21, 2013 by admin

There are a number of reasons companies use a 3PL ranging from lack of owned space to location requirements. Continue reading →

Communication leads to better process

Posted on June 24, 2013 by admin

Previous posts have indicated the importance of repeatable processes in a warehouse environment.  As in manufacturing, warehouses must have documented, mistake-proofed processes  to get the job done.   Right along with those processes, communication on a daily basis makes a warehouse … Continue reading →

PROCESS COUNTS IN A WAREHOUSE TOO

Posted on May 7, 2013 by admin

The importance of process controls and continuous improvement has been recognized in manufacturing for years but it is just as important in a warehouse environment.   SSMG uses standardized processes, locations, and procedures for each step; from receiving to storage to … Continue reading →