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Operations / October 23, 2026 / by Kathy McKinney

Best Practices for Receiving Goods in a Warehouse

Receiving goods is one of the most important steps in warehouse operations. When teams follow a clear process, they improve inventory accuracy, reduce delays, and increase customer satisfaction. Moreover, a strong receiving program helps warehouses control costs and maintain smooth operations. By focusing on proven best...

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Operations / October 23, 2026 / by Kathy McKinney

Scan It Right: Debunking the Biggest Scanning Myths

Scanning has come a long way over the years. Yet many people still believe old myths that can slow down workflows and create confusion. Fortunately, modern scanning technology is faster, smarter, and easier to use than ever before. Whether you scan documents at work or at home, understanding the facts can help you get the...

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Operations / March 27, 2026 / by Kathy McKinney

How to Receive Goods In the Right Way & Maintain Positivity

To Receive and Prepare the Warehouse Before Delivery First, to receive goods in a warehouse, proper preparation is key. This step sets the tone for a safe and smooth day. Before trucks arrive, clear dock space and confirm staff schedules. Then, stage pallets, carts, and tools. Also, review purchase orders and expected...

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Operations / February 13, 2026 / by Kathy McKinney

A Simple Look at Workflows and What They Do

A Simple Look at Workflows and What They Do Workflows help teams stay organized and move through tasks with ease. They show each step in a process and make it simple to follow the same path every time. In this blog, we take a simple look at workflows and how they help work move in […]

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Operations / December 29, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

Operations: Tips for Better Warehouse Flow

Why Inventory Movement Matters in Operations Inventory movement is the core of warehouse operations. When goods move well, orders ship on time. Customers stay happy, and costs stay low. But delays or poor handling cause mistakes and extra costs. That is why planning and tracking inventory flow is so important.In addition,...

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Operations / December 15, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

New Powerful Customer Service & the Benefits

Why Customer Service Matters Customer service is key for every business. It links a company to its customers. As a result, it affects trust and loyalty. Good service brings repeat sales. It also helps grow the brand. Also, great service makes a company stand out. It creates happy experiences. For example, it solves problems...

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Operations / November 20, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

Pick & Pack: Doing It in a Professional Manner

Pick & Pack Pick & Pack is a service that many warehouses actively perform for their clients. We call it this because we ship less than a full pallet of goods. In our warehouse, we also refer to this as a white-glove service, and we associate additional charges with it. For example, an order may […]

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Operations, Warehouses / October 30, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

Catastrophic Delivery: An Epic & Practical Way to Handle It

What Is a Catastrophic Delivery? Let me share my idea of a catastrophic delivery. First, we received a railcar that had endured such rough handling during transit that the bands on some of the products broke. As a result, the goods began to slip and slide, turning the car into a chaotic mess and complicating […]

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Operations / October 29, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

Scheduling: The Best Proactive Methods to Prevent Clogging

Scheduling: Why it Counts Scheduling can be the difference between a smooth day and one that falls apart! When you operate according to a plan, you know who should arrive when, and you have the knowledge that allows you to follow up with late carriers. When you fly by the seat of your pants, so […]

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Operations / September 25, 2025 / by Kathy McKinney

Quotes: Epic Opportunities for Awesome Growth

Quotes in Warehousing Warehouses can provide quotes in many different ways. Below, we’ll explore some of the most common methods used today. While this won’t cover every type of quote, it will give you a solid starting point as you search for a warehouse. Typically, quotes fall into four main categories: storage, pick and...

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