Green, ecologically-minded warehouse retrofits can reduce a facility’s carbon footprint, increase its value and lower energy costs. But how can a warehouse be renovated to become greener with only a modest investment? Here are nine great warehouse retrofit suggestions that won’t break the bank.

According to Wanted Analytics, over 49,000 supply chain jobs were posted online in the last three months alone, up 24 percent from the same period last year. Additionally, these positions have become increasingly strategic. In this article, I look at which jobs are in high demand, and what skills are necessary for success in those roles.

Modern, integrated warehouse management systems (WMS) are critical to maintaining order and streamlining processes throughout the supply chain. But obtaining a budget for these software systems can be difficult. To help ensure that warehouse managers can effectively justify a budget, here are three steps that warehouse managers should follow.

A May 2011 study by Capgemini found that improving supply chain visibility was the top initiative for executives, with 45 percent of respondents putting it at the top of their lists. By creating more transparency throughout the supply chain, managers can prioritize where to invest in network improvements.

Social media is a powerful tool that can help develop the retail notion of the “Connected Experience.” it allows customers and retailers to connect in both new and powerful ways, at an alarming rate. Can this tool be used to decipher what customers really want to buy, and can it help make the supply chain more efficient?