Dear readers! We present to your attention the October issue of Logistics. There are a lot of analytical materials on the pages of the latest issue.
Dear readers! Here is the September issue of Logistics for 2023, which many of you will be able to see at the 13th International Exhibition of warehouse equipment and systems, lifting and transport equipment, warehouse automation and logistics services SeMAT Russia.
Dear readers! We present to your attention the double issue of Logistics for 2023. No.7-8 is timed to coincide with the 13th International Exhibition of warehouse equipment and systems, lifting and transport equipment, warehouse automation and logistics services SeMAT Russia.
The article provides a solution to the problem of finding the optimal location of a distribution center focused on processing FMCG flows from China. The search for a rational location for a distribution center was carried out using the method of minimizing transport and storage costs for various entry points of cargo flows into the territory of the Russian Federation through seaports and railway terminals.
Annotation. The article considers the practical application of the method of dynamic inventory rationing at a manufacturing enterprise. The current approach to inventory management and rationing in the company is considered, shortcomings are identified, such as the lack of a scientific approach, the lack of consideration of different priorities of orders, and others. Measures have been formed to implement a dynamic rationing policy on the example of the most popular product.
Annotation. The article clarifies the understanding of the term «automated warehouse», considers the factors / drivers leading to the automation of warehouse systems.
Interview with Alexander Lagunov, Executive Director of First Logistik
Annotation. The article raises the problem of stocks management at industrial enterprises in conditions of shortage of complex components. Approaches to evaluation the level of the safety stock have been finalized and formalized, taking into account the level of service and based on the Fetter formula.
Key words. Safety stock, stock management, shortage, gradual replenishment, supply disruptions, level of service.
Annotation. The article is devoted to the main differences between automation and robotization, examples of the use of warehouse robots are given, their advantages and disadvantages are analyzed, an action plan is developed to prepare for warehouse robotization, the calculated characteristics of sorting by robots, conveyor and manual method are given.
Key words. Logistics service, robotization, automation, inventory, warehouse management system.
Annotation. An algorithm for the implementation of Warehouse Management System in a warehouse, which is serving production is proposed on behalf of a consulting company. The algorithm is based on the experience of implementing such systems using international project management standards.