Warehousing & Distribution: Evolution & Revolution
July 17-18, 2003Chicago, Illinois

   Shippers and service providers are developing distribution networks that deliver the supply-chain efficiencies and business flexibility required to compete in dynamic markets. They are using software solutions to marry distribution and supply-chain management systems and increase warehouse productivity. Service providers are offering innovative leasing packages that allow shippers to reconfigure networks quickly without incurring excessive contract penalties. Discover at the Warehousing and Distribution Round Table how distribution networks are evolving to meet changing market demands.

    SCHEDULE OF TOPICS:

• Latest developments in warehouse management systems

• Wireless technology

• Developments in yard automation

• Integrating warehouses into supply-chain management systems

• Integrating transportation management/warehouse management     systems

• Security: anti-theft strategies; inventory for contingencies

• Rationalizing distribution systems

• Site selection

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