Amanda Loudin, MHIA
Articles
Material Handling
August 15, 2008
‘Slim’ pickings for order fulfillment: Vertical lift modules elevate Lean distribution goals
For many companies, achieving a Lean distribution environment begins with reducing lead times and lot sizes while increasing flexibility to achieve consistent results. With a flexible operation in place, companies can respond to changing market needs rather than rescheduling orders and inventory within a traditional optimization plan.
By Amanda Loudin, MHIA