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Warehousing and Logistics Trends 2009-201324/02, 2010 Two students from The Faculty of Engineering at Lund University, Björn Tideman and Anders Göransson has conducted a survey as their Master Thesis - investigating trends in logistics and warehousing. More
BERG Toys gains better process control thanks to Astro WMS19/02, 2010 On 9 October 2009, toy manufacturer BERG Toys in Ede internally launched a new warehouse management system. Thanks to Astro WMS by Consafe Logistics, the Ede-based company now has full control of its logistics process and a much better grip on its stocks.More
Royal Auping launches WMS by Consafe Logistics19/02, 2010 In order to optimise its warehouse processes, Royal Auping in Deventer, the Netherlands, opted for Astro WMS by Consafe Logistics on October 15, 2009. Since Consafe Logistics is a complete service provider, it also saw to the delivery and implementation of RF equipment, including WLAN.More
The anti-crisis algorithm19/02, 2010 The future of the food market lies in algorithms. Customers’ health and entrepreneurs’ financial success depend more and more on IT experts. Let’s try to answer the question: what kind of role has IT in logistics field. (Interview with Jarosław Bukowski, Sales & Marketing Director at Consafe Logistics)More
How to turn late incoming orders into an advantage19/02, 2010 Every day brings new challenges to wholesalers and wholesale traders in the shape of very high customer demands, short lead times and a considerable flow of incoming goods from many different suppliers. We have extensive experience of working with these companies. Ulf Henrikson, Sales Manager, Staffan Persson, Product Solution Expert and Erik Frödå, Product Solution Expert, share their knowledge about the challenges and solutions.More
Cash is king, yes - but keep an eye on the level of service19/02, 2010 The financial crisis is biting hard. Therefore, it is only natural that companies are focusing on cash flow. Cash flow is vital in times of crisis, but it is just as vital to maintain the right level of service for customers so that the company will still have a business when the crisis eases. Here, according to Professor Richard Wilding, the logistics manager can play a crucial role.More
Deployment funding and inventory management in the economic crisis21/12, 2009 The economic recession may be a good time for company development. It is a time to conduct internal and external analyses, define the goals, and determine the tools to achieve them. In case of investments, it is worth considering whether the funding can be found only inside the company or through other means. More
Effective logistics solutions simplify life 21/12, 2009 The introduction of Consafe Logistics’ field sales solution MobileSale has made life easier for driver/sales reps at Norwegian ice-cream producer Hennig Olsen Is AS. “Our experience of features such as signature capture using PDAs has so far been excellent,” say Kristin Langeland, head of logistics, and Gudvin Baldersheim, head of IT.More
Seven commandments for a large/medium-sized warehouse management system 21/12, 2009 WMS solutions are not new to the Polish market. What features should such a system for large or medium-sized warehouses have, and how to choose the one system that will meet our expectations from the multitude of various systems available on the market? More
Telstar chose Consafe Logistics21/12, 2009 Very good results after connection WMS with Voice More
Lead with labels – name it, show it, know it. 21/12, 2009 Wherever and whenever we work, we need labeling to identify, warn, instruct and sort. It’s never been more important to be careful and precise with products and services. Ellinor Bergström, Product Manager for labelling solutions at Consafe Logistics, gives us her top tips for choosing the right labels for the logistics and transport businesses. More
Astro WMS with voice picking creates value for Liber Distribution21/12, 2009 As a 3PL supplier, one of Liber Distribution’s most important competitive advantages is to succeed in supply chain excellence. When needing a new WMS the company decided to implement Consafe Logistics’ solution Astro WMS with voice picking. More
Testing the best in handheld computers25/11, 2009 Businesses rely on computers to work. And as business becomes more mobile, so do the computers that help run them. But how do you know you’re getting the best out of your handheld computers, so crucial to the transport and logistics industries? Stefan Larsson, Competence Network Leader for mobile computing at Consafe Logistics’ gives you a few tips on what to look for.More
A HIGH level discussion about Supply Chain Integration on the Euromast in Rotterdam. 25/11, 2009 In times of a recession we see that shippers are inclined to withdraw themselves on their own territories. Supply Chain professionals know that this is a bad choice. On the initiative of Consafe Logistics Benelux and Wagenborg Reining a number of them met for a discussion at high level. Together they discussed whether a demand driven Supply Chain can be for real or if this will always be just a fairy tale. What is the effect of the recession in the Supply Chain? Will the voice of a Supply Chain Manager be heard by their own organization? More
Royal Auping optimize their warehouse with Consafe Logistics WMS.25/11, 2009 Royal Auping bv in Deventer has taken the decision to use the Astro WMS for optimizing their warehouse. More
Berendsen Tekstil Service AS: Guaranteed future growth with mobile logistics system25/11, 2009 “With ControlTransport from Consafe Logistics, we have been able to automate transport, from order processing to fleet management. The system also helps simplify our accounting and invoicing," explains project manager Morten Bodding from Berendsen Tekstil Service AS. More
Simplify your supply chain, reduce inventory and improve cash flow16/11, 2009 Companies with simplified supply chains post better business results – according to a survey carried out by AMR Research. Better collaboration is the real key to simplifying the supply chain. Better collaboration results in greater transparency, simpler more streamlined processes, less waste, less working capital tied up in stock and not least greater liquidity.More
RFID. The quick way to Warehouse Management efficiency06/11, 2009 RFID is billed as the “next big thing” but what real value does it bring? Vilant’s Antti Virkkunen and Stefan Oldenburg from Consafe Logistics discuss what RFID will mean to warehouse management, and how to implement it in an efficient, cost effective way.More
Course calendar – Fall 200914/09, 2009 Tough economic times mean tougher demands on efficiency. The starting point to working smarter with existing tools can be a question of investing in competence development. More
Removing picking errors with a voice-based solution31/08, 2009 TINE Meieriet Øst Sem, which began using a voice-based solution from Consafe Logistics last autumn, has reduced picking errors by 90%. “The success of the pilot project means that we will install the solution in our 22 other production and storage facilities throughout Norway during 2010,” says Glenn-Ove Forsland, System Consultant for Industrial IT at TINE.More
Man the controls. Play the stock exchange. Consafe Logistics brings gaming technologies to warehouse management31/08, 2009 Video gaming will bring a brighter perspective to logistics. With a few quick key presses, professionals can zoom around their warehouses, checking on every pallet and switching to helicopter views to see life from above. Video technology makes logistics management more easy, and brings some serious savings with it. More
Better specialization, comprehensive implementations - analysing the Polish market.14/08, 2009 What is the current situation for IT Solutions on the Polish market? Is this industry affected by the crisis? Noticed any change in the customers’ interest or approach to IT solutions? More
Consafe Logistics in Benelux - Go Lives with Veris, Telstar, Huisman Equipment and Heineken12/08, 2009 Recently several projects from Consafe Logistics Benelux have gone Live. The first results become visible. The projects will be evaluated and communicated after the summer period, but we already would like to give an update about what Consafe Logistics Benelux did do for which client. More
New phonenumber to our Support30/06, 2009 Due to problems with phone lines we have a new phone number to our Support. Please call +46 46 32 52 00 More
Arla Foods in new strategic agreement with Consafe Logistics22/05, 2009 Arla Foods has signed a five-year agreement with Consafe Logistics on the establishment or upgrading of Consafe Logistics' IT system Astro WMS at Arla distribution centres in the Nordic area. Astro Warehouse Management System automates and streamlines warehouse handling. More
Keep both hands firmly on the Supply Chain Management steering wheel21/05, 2009 Changes of seismic proportion are currently shaking the very foundations of global supply chains across sectors and geographical boundaries. In the following article, five of the world's leading SCM experts discuss how companies can respond to the effects of the financial crisis.More
Tretti.se chooses Effect Warehouse19/05, 2009 Tretti.se is a white goods vendor in Sweden. Excellent supply chain management is a key factor to the company’s success. The company uses Internet as their main sales channel and has been repeatedly honoured as “Årets e-handlare by Pricerunner”, and they have also received the award “Årets e-handel 2009” at the Retail Awards. Now the company has decided to implement Consafe Logistics’ Warehouse Management System Effect Warehouse.More
Consafe Logistics with students30/03, 2009 On March 19th-20th Consafe Logistics was present as a special guest and sponsor at the ,,4th Intercollegiate Forum of Young Logistics” in Poznan. The major guests were students and logistics companies. More
Dutch Mobile Solutions from Consafe Logistic demonstrated on AIDC-days.27/03, 2009 This year Consafe Logistics was present for the first time at the AIDC days on March 10th and 11th in Veldhoven.More
High attendance at the NEF Dagene27/03, 2009 “Taking part in the NEF Dagene was a positive experience for us,” explains Sales Manager for Mobile Solutions, Inge K. Hårsaker of Consafe Logistics. “Several of the visitors at our stand showed considerable interest in our mobile handheld terminal solutions,” he points out.More
Bergans automates their warehouse routines with EffectWarehouse 27/03, 2009 Bergans aims to further increase the efficiency of its logistics operations and has signed an agreement with Consafe Logistics regarding the implementation of the WMS system, EffectWarehouse.More
Europe’s largest implementation of handheld units and service is supplied by Consafe Logistics27/02, 2009 Market leaderDB Schenker in Sweden and their fully owned subsidiary Schenker Privpak wanted to improve work efficiency in the field. They therefore began a dialogue with Consafe Logistics – a dialogue ending up in Europe’s largest implementation of Motorola MC75 and complementing services at this point.More
Annual savings in payroll of NOK 1.5 million within administration and the warehouse27/02, 2009 "With the WMS system, Effect Warehouse from Consafe Logistics, we’ve managed to cut back on staff by 2-3 persons in administration and the warehouse. This cut represents up to NOK 1.5 million in annual payroll costs," confirms Managing Director of Logistics, Jens Christian Iglebæk at sportswear manufacturer Stormberg in Kristiansand.More
Welcome to login:200926/02, 2009 On April 21-22, Consafe Logistics Sweden invites you to a national customer event. The Logistics Innovation Days (login:2009) will focus on how to maximise the value of your already made investments in logistics solutions. More
Relef Center in Russia chooses Consafe Logistics WMS26/02, 2009 Relef Center, a company who distributes stationery and office equipment to wholesale and retail companies, has decided to implement Consafe Logistics Warehouse Management System in their Distribution Center outside Ryazan. More