The Voice of the Warehouse Worker research by Lucas Systems delivers numerous insights and provides suggestions on topics such as physical demands of the job, training and technology, perceptions on robotics and other technology including potential benefits and concerns. Contrary to common perceptions, warehouse workers overwhelming believe that technology […]
As my colleague Clint Reiser wrote about a few months back, warehouse labor has been in the news quite a bit lately. Of course, virtually everyone relied upon direct-to-consumer fulfillment at some point during the COVID-19 lockdowns, placing widespread reliance on warehousing capabilities. In the longer term, warehouse labor has been increasingly in high demand […]
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article is from Longbow and looks at the ongoing labor shortage and supply chain visibility. Over the past 20-22 months, we have experienced worldwide disruptions that have altered […]
Total Throughput Divided by Total Labor Cost Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg – Know for Sure and Take Control with a Warehouse Labor Management System Dead reckoning. It’s a navigational term that describes an estimation based on little or no information. Not the best way to sail a ship. Not the best way […]
Accurate 2022 supply chain predictions will be especially valuable due to the prominent impact of supply chain on today’s corporate and personal functioning. Supply shortages, delivery disruptions, inflation, and labor constraints are all top of mind as we begin the new year. The progression or reversal of these trends, and the actions taken to mitigate problems and enhance functioning will all be […]
On the surface, the jobs report in the US looked positive. Unemployment had fallen to 4.8 percent. But more people left the job force than joined it. (The math makes it seem like the unemployment rate should have gone up, but the unemployment rate reflects those actively looking for work.) Many sectors that pay low […]
Supply chains around the country are in great need of warehouse and transportation workers. Just last month I noted that warehouse labor productivity was hindered extensively by COVID-19 and that 80 percent of ARC’s warehouse survey respondents anticipate an increase of order throughput volumes in 2021. Furthermore, COVID-19 exacerbated the existing shift from retail store […]