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Cross-Docking
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Cross-Docking
This paper discusses Wal-Mart's proprietary cross-docking system as part of a global supply chain management system.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages) |
10 sources |
MLA | 2005
Paper Summary:
This paper explains Wal-Mart's proprietary cross-docking system as part of a global supply chain management system. The paper describes advantages of the technique of cross-docking, how this innovation supports the replenishment of Wal-Mart stores.From the Paper:
"Cross-docking is a relatively new and extremely effective technique used in global supply chain management. This technique can rapidly consolidate shipments from different sources and reduce the cost of outbound transportation by eliminating the inventory-holding function of a warehouse without hampering its consolidation and shipping functions. An important adjunct to the warehouse management systems now in use in many industries, Hill Fig cross-docking eliminates several intermediate steps in the warehousing process."More papers on Cross-Docking:
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APA Citation:
Cross-Docking (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 12, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Business-Plan-Cross-Docking/73982
MLA Citation:
"Cross-Docking" 15 January 2012. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Business-Plan-Cross-Docking/73982>
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