The state of retail: best practices to ease the returns process for retailers

Retailers and consumers agree – returns are a pain. In this interview, Natalie Walkley, Marketing Director OMS, discusses how smart strategies and modern tech can ease the burden of reverse logistics and optimize the process for both businesses and consumers.

How can cold supply chains help ease the global problem of food waste?

A cold chain is a temperature-controlled supply chain that involves transportation of perishable or temperature-sensitive products. Through refrigerated storage and distribution, the required temperature is maintained to preserve quality and increase shelf life of perishable products, and thus reduce food waste.

Face-to-face networking returns at CeMAT Australia!

Körber Supply Chain’s ANZ team returned to in-person events last month at CeMAT Australia, one of the world’s leading trade shows for intralogistics, materials handling and supply chain management. Discover the key pain points and challenges discussed by attendees. 

Learn how to increase your efficiency with the Palletizing Robot PA15

A common goal among supply chain operations all around the world is to achieve top palletizing efficiency. Palletizing systems play a crucial role in the overall performance of entire operations and can no longer be looked at as independent or isolated parts.

Finding safety and security in the cloud

How a warehouse management system in the cloud keeps your data and business safe and flexible. Scott Brask, Vice President Cloud and Security Operations, elaborates.

Smart warehouses are on the rise – here’s why and how to get yours there

Digitization helps meet supply chain complexities to better enable efficiency, accuracy, scalability and predictability. Richard Stewart, Executive Vice President Americas, Körber Supply Chain Software, elaborates.

Build a more sustainable supply chain using robust warehouse technology

Food and beverage retailers, including those in the cold chain, tackle challenges with award-winning technology.

Optimize inventory flow from your material handling equipment using a warehouse control system

How to get automation equipment to harmoniously work together? That’s where software in form of a warehouse control system comes into play.How to get automation equipment to harmoniously work together? That’s where software in form of a warehouse control system comes into play.

Unleash your potential with these top 10 warehouse simulation design tips

Simon Shore, Managing Director of Supply Chain Modelling & Maritime, covers the crucial points you should consider to make the best of warehouse simulation software.

How technology optimization helps mitigate retail execution challenges

Perishable-food distributors’ productivity and inventory visibility improve with a mobile solution - Derek Curtis elaborates.

Post COVID-19 lessons learned: retail supply chain success depends on adaptability to anything

The pandemic has shown us that adaptability is key to overcome disruption. Derek Curtis elaborates on the learnings for the supply chain from these special circumstances.

How 3PLs can use automation to succeed in a growing e-commerce economy

Highly fluctuating e-commerce volume, global staffing challenges that include current workers not showing up, and rising labor costs, automation is key for 3PLs.

Optimizing your supply chain network

Using software to create thoughtful design can help you manage capacity

Improve your supply chain resilience with the cloud

If nothing else, 2020 taught us to expect the unexpected and make lemonade out of lemons.

How retailers can streamline curbside pickup

Curbside pickup offers enhanced convenience for customers, but poses unique challenges for retail employees and supply chain managers.

Smoother sailing ahead for ports and terminals embracing digitization

Optimizing the marine supply chain with specialized software.

Reducing waste in the $210.49 billion cold chain market

Changing customer habits and pharma requirements put pressure on cold supply chains to become greener.

Evaluating innovative technology with warehouse simulation

We investigate how the use of simulation software allows optimizing your warehouse and making further business decisions before any physical changes are made.

COVID-19 vaccine distribution challenges - part 2: cold chain and security

In the first part of this two-part blog series, we looked at the overall challenges the COVID-19 vaccine distribution poses due to its diverse requirements:

COVID-19 vaccine distribution challenges - part 1: traceability

FDA Emergency Use Authorization approval for the first COVID-19 vaccines marks a major step towards ending the pandemic.

Blog series | Trends and issues in the supply chain: workplace safety

Warehouses are held to a high level of safety standards by OSHA in the United States and many other safety protocols worldwide.

Blog series | Trends and issues in the supply chain: cold chain storage

Cold chain is one of the most complex – and booming – divisions of supply chain logistics.

Leveraging warehouse management software to create superior customer experiences across all channels

Product and service offerings of global giants of commerce such as Amazon, Zalando, Alibaba, and Otto have shaped the expectations of customers.

Blog series | Trends and issues in the supply chain: disaster mitigation and crisis management

The global pandemic is an example of a health crisis which has impacted all areas of everyday life and the economy. It has also caused major disruptions to the global supply chain.

Looking ahead: what 2020 has taught us and what to expect from next year

If 2020 has shown us anything, it is that agility in the supply chain and business model are crucial.

2020 – a year like no other

This year has certainly been exceptional. It is rare to see something affecting people worldwide at the same time and in a similar fashion as what we have experienced with the coronavirus.

Local fulfillment – then and now

Especially since the start of the pandemic, we have seen how local fulfillment has changed.

Blog series | Trends and issues in the supply chain: sustainability

Especially in recent years, sustainability has been one of the buzzwords across all industries.

Preparing for Brexit in the face of uncertainty

The Brexit deadline is looming at the beginning of the new year.

Assessing the Return on Investment of enterprise WMS solutions

With a constrained budget, it is often hard to justify significant investments in new supply chain software, especially when applying a standard ROI analysis.

Innovative tech to cope with peak seasons

It is part of the yearly cycle: demand comes and goes, but seasonal peaks are something experienced by every sector in some way and at some time.

Logistics innovation without risk: why digital twins are so important

What could you do with the power to test technologies and operational strategies before making changes?

Technologies and Strategies to Maximize Seasonal and Temporary Workers

Implementing adaptable supply chain software and technology can help boost seasonal worker productivity while decreasing training costs and safety risks.

Körber Master Class Wrap-Up: Disruption Mitigation

In our master class, we addressed how the latest technologies and processes can help prepare your operation for whatever challenges it may face.

From Web to Doorstep: A Successful Order Fulfilment Strategy (Part 1)

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain Automation

How Can Körber Help Latin American Supply Chain Challenges?

Here we take a high-level look at how Körber can offer unique opportunities to overcome supply chain complexity in Latin America.

In Response the US-China Trade War, Retailers Are Relying More on 3PLs

Navigating an ever-changing political landscape can prove challenging for even the most seasoned manufacturers and retailers. Here’s how working with a third-party logistics partner can help.

Sign Up Now for Our Supply Chain Workforce Efficiencies & Safety Master Class Series

Warehouses are held to high safety standards, and for good reason – they have plenty of potential hazards like machines with moving parts or falling objects.

Global Leader Perspective on the Körber Rebrand: Europe

The newly integrated Körber brand empowers businesses across Europe to solve supply chain complexity and boost end-to-end efficiency.

CEO Views - Solving APAC’s Supply Chain Challenges with Collaboration

Due to more products, more changing hands, and quicker fulfillment through more channels, businesses need to find new ways to streamline.

Sign Up Now for Our Warehouse Technology Excellence Master Class Series

Today’s warehouses are under tremendous pressure to meet demand – and for many, warehouse management technologies are their only chance of keeping up. 

Taking the Temperature of Today’s Top Cold Storage Trends

The challenges companies face in the modern cold storage arena are not only prevalent – they’re also continually changing.

COVID-19 Impact: Latin America, Asia, Africa, Asia-Pacific Supply Chains

The varying international responses to the COVID-19 pandemic have revealed a number of supply chain vulnerabilities while also showing incredible resiliency in certain areas.

Sign Up Now for Our Cold Storage Trends Master Class Series

Series: Global Impact of COVID-19: European Supply Chain

As the pandemic causes shutdowns around the world, it’s revealing vulnerabilities within the global supply chain — as well as new opportunities for growth and development.

Series: Global Impact of COVID-19: North American Supply Chain

To support changing consumer priorities, supply chains in North America are emphasizing safety and automation.

6 Traceability Tips for Cold Storage

Traceability in the cold chain is essential to ensuring that products maintain their quality throughout storage and transport. Here’s how supply chain managers can improve visibility in the warehouse and beyond.

Conquering Supply Chain Complexity Together as Körber

With the recent announcement that our company will officially rebrand to Körber, we close one remarkable chapter of our story and start another. It’s incredibly exciting, and this change comes at a perfect time. Here’s a short video to give you a feel for.

Why 12 Supply Chain Technology Companies will Become Körber

By now, you’ve likely heard the news: Körber Supply Chain’s 12 sister companies will be charting a bold new course in supply chain technology.

The Role of Supply Chain Robotics and Voice Technology in Airline MRO

Advances in supply chain technology can help keep planes in the air and ensure that passengers arrive at their intended destinations on time.

Transportation Solutions Bringing Easter Treats to Homes Each Spring

Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring chocolate eggs and other sweets into Easter baskets each spring.

How 3PL Providers Can Promote Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Customers increasingly expect companies to maintain ethical business practices. Here’s how partnering with 3PL providers can help build a sustainable and transparent supply chain.

Why It’s Time for Human Augmentation in Your Warehouse Management

Human Augmentation Series, Part One: Challenges