To Improve Factory Output, Focus on Inputs
To improve factory output, the focus is usually on things like automation, worker productivity, and process improvement. Not nearly enough focus is placed on factory inputs – the movement of raw materials and parts into the factory – and how these inputs are managed to improve factory throughput and financial performance.
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Food is Big Business in NC (and so is food logistics)
Strong food logistics providers are available in Eastern NC to support the growing number of food processors in the region. Learn why Eastern North Carolina has become a destination of choice for food processors – and how Kanban Logistics supports them.
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The Benefits of Kitting Services for Manufacturing: Run Your Factory Like a Doctor’s Office
When you outsource kitting to 3PLs, you can free up storage and manufacturing space, improve productivity, reduce labor costs, reduce inventory, and improve cash flow. Realize the benefits of kitting and run your factory more like a doctor’s office. Match the work with the appropriate skill level. Your assembly workers, and your CFO, will thank you.
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Cross Docking Services Get Trucks Back on the Road
In addition to typical cross docking benefits – faster cycle time, reduction or elimination of warehouse storage costs, and reduction of inventory. Cross docking services can also benefit carriers and their drivers, making them as efficient and profitable as possible. Benefits include reducing drive wait times, help with late deliveries, and demurrage avoidance for importers.
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Locating an East Coast Fulfillment Center: What does QVC know that you don’t?
QVC knows the value of Rocky Mount, NC, for East Coast fulfillment and distribution. Proximity to east coast ports, central location, rail service, and low distribution costs are just a few of the supply chain benefits of our mid Atlantic warehousing.
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North Carolina FTZ Benefits
Are you a North Carolina manufacturer exploring FTZ benefits? There are four North Carolina Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) and FTZ services are available from several state logistics providers, including Kanban Logistics. FTZs are secured areas that are considered outside of…
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Choosing an Economical East Coast Warehouse
If your company is seeking an East Coast warehouse, cost is obviously a major consideration. And cost, as it relates to warehousing, comes down to two things: land and people. Where land is less expensive, the cost to build or…
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Reducing Costs with a North Carolina Fulfillment Center
A North Carolina fulfillment center can be a very cost-effective choice for growing eTailers. Doing business in an eCommerce world provides numerous opportunities for entrepreneurs and established businesses that never existed before. You can sell goods to a large and…
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How to Scale a Business: Think 3PL
Programs like Shark Tank and funding sites like Kickstarter have put a spotlight on entrepreneurs who have an idea and an appetite for growth. Top of mind for these new companies is how to scale a business. These entrepreneurs have…
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