Friday 23 March 2012

Technology Behind Pick and Pack Operations

The pick and pack process is important if you are are a logistics business. Imagine all the orders that need processing and distributing, there needs to a process to follow to make sure all the items are picked correctly and delivered to the right address.

This is also called a fulfillment process and the steps of any major distribution process are the same although the technology may differ slightly. The technology element starts from the beginning of the order, from receipt of goods and storage.

The technology can be complicated but the process of picking and packing is vital. Alot of companies do not store stock on their own premises, so therefore it is important that the information is correct. This allows for instant stock control and mailing solutions.

Tuesday 20 March 2012

Electronic Design Across The Airlines

Communication in the business world is important and vital. This article concerning the US Government is taking steps towards making it easier for airlines to allow passengers to use tablets, music players and e-readers during takeoffs and landings.

Electronic design has improved as technology has advanced and this will also need to be taken into consideration as the older iPads and readers will have different technology and power requirements than newer ones. This has made testing complicated in the past.

There is also the social aspect to look at, one person using an iPad on a plane is slightly different environment to 100+ people using iPads and one person not.