Warehouse digitization
Solutions for Distribution Centers
- Inbound: check-in/slot scheduling, counting, quick quality control, and put-away to designated locations.
- Storage: location management, FIFO/FEFO compliance, temperature and special goods monitoring.
- Pick & Pack: wave, batch, or zone picking; packing and labeling.
- VAS: kitting, labeling, and channel-based sorting (GT/MT/e-commerce).
- Outbound: order/route-based staging, loading, and documentation.
- Inventory & Systems: cycle counting, WMS/ASN/EDI integration, and KPI reporting.
Solutions for Cross-dock Hubs
- Rapid inbound: check-in/slot, unloading, SSCC/LPN scanning, and preliminary QC.
- Sortation: route/destination/SLA-based sorting with misroute alerts.
- Consolidation: merge/split shipments and sequence by delivery order.
- Route-based staging: load optimization (kg/m³), minimizing overnight carryover.
- Outbound: vehicle loading, manifest/sealing, and ETA updates.
- Reverse: pallet/packaging returns, returns handling, exception management, and ePOD.
Hybrid Solution (Distribution Center & Hub)
Distribution Center acts as inventory buffer, Hub ensures continuous flow → full-capacity line-haul + on-time last-mile delivery, with transparent KPIs.
Benefits of Distribution Centers
Inventory Buffer
Buffer stock reduces stockouts and speeds up delivery.
Transport Cost Optimization
Bulk inbound to DC, then break down for distribution.
Value-Added Services & Governance
Labeling, kitting, packing. Transparent operations.
Benefits of Cross-dock Hubs
Storage
Fast-moving goods, minimal overnight storage.
Transport
Smart consolidation/splitting: fuller loads, reduced empty mileage.
Management
Efficient slot/dock management: reduced dwell time, clear ETA/ePOD tracking.
Benefits of Combining Distribution Center & Hub
Cost and Speed
A network that’s both fast and cost-effective: full-capacity line-haul, on-time distribution.
Market Expansion
Omnichannel-ready, easily scalable by region.KPI as Expected.
Performance Improvement
On-time delivery, reduced dwell/wait times, accurate goods sorting, minimized backlog.
Having trouble managing your warehouse?
Let Smartway help you!
