What comes to mind when you read the words dancing in the mailroom? If you’re a Will Ferrell fan and love Christmas movies, think of the 2003 film Elf. When Buddy (played by Ferrell) learns he isn’t really an elf, he heads to New York to find his father. While visiting a department store, he’s […]
Just as we escape the looming fear of toilet paper shortages (thanks, COVID!) and mail totes full of delayed packages, we are seeing yet another ripple effect from the pandemic. Major shipping companies are taking a big hit as fuel prices rise and the cost of goods inflates. As FedEx passes the rising costs along […]
Every dollar counts for any small business seeking expansion and growth in the current highly competitive marketplace. Efficient inventory management helps businesses organize themselves better so they can offer a seamless experience and reduce costs for their customers. Implementing cost-saving techniques that reduce fixed and variable costs related to inventory management will go a long […]
Supply chain trays and totes are some of the most widely used containers to ship goods of all shapes and sizes across various locations. However, conventional trays may not meet your needs, especially when you want to maximize space and save costs when transporting uniquely shaped or oversized goods. This is where the shipping flat […]
Chip Scarcity Yields Manufacturing Delivery Delays The past couple of years have seen an unprecedented demand for automotive parts and products, setting a positive growth trend for the technology that has been rapidly evolving since its inception in the 1990s. One of the forces behind the soaring demand for automotive products and inventory is the […]
You don’t need to be a Trekkie to know the iconic phrase, “Beam me up, Scotty.” Whether it was a peaceful return from an unexplored planet or removal from a hostile environment, the Enterprise crew knew they’d be aboard their ship in seconds. Unfortunately, there’s no burr-accented Scotsman waiting to push a few buttons and […]
Ask anyone, and they will say the supply chain is broken. A recent survey found that 67% of respondents believe product shortages are the new normal. Almost 75% believe that shortages will dominate supply chain problems in the near future. The vast majority of Americans are concerned about shortages in food, hygiene products, and medications. […]
Many businesses or organizations need end-to-end shipping and storage containers for their everyday operations, and collapsible bulk containers may be the perfect solution. Collapsible containers are heavy-duty storage containers with collapsible sides that upon release can collapse into compact, stackable units. Flexcon provides high-quality industrial collapsible bulk containers that meet the needs of various applications, […]
As warehouse space becomes more expensive, the value of inventory management has never been more critical. The stockroom and the warehouse are gaining much-needed attention from company decision-makers. With supply chain problems and staffing shortages, the accuracy and availability of inventory are taking center stage. Corrugated plastic totes offer versatility and efficiency and are customizable […]
Execs Finding Ways to Get Perishables to Customers Quickly Supply chain issues have had devastating effects on the global economy. Not only has the cost of transporting goods increased, but delays, dwindling inventory and uncertainty is also creating consumer anxiety. However, companies are getting creative when it comes to getting their goods into the hands […]