April 3, 2019

How to Implement New Software (Part 2)

For most companies, the goal of implementing new software is to become better, faster, and more capable of handling growing business demands.  In the last blog post, we looked at the five W’s that help to set expectations for a successful software implementation.  We will now delve into HOW to successfully implement, and identify several key success factors for every project. Functional Requirements – When you’re in the market for new software, you will likely have at least a few main goals to accomplish.  You will discuss these goals with […]
April 2, 2019

Thoughts from the Boeing 737 Max 8 Saga

As an avid traveler with a fascination with airplanes, I have found this Boeing 737 Max 8 saga to be incredibly intriguing. For those who are unaware, last year Lion Air had a flight crash within 15 minutes of takeoff. Black Box data showed the plane nose rising and falling as pilots were fighting to climb. What we have since discovered, the pilots were actually fighting against the airplane. 4 months later, Ethiopian Airlines had a flight that also crashed while flying a relatively new 737 Max 8. The whole […]
March 7, 2019

Customer Journey as a New Camelot Customer

Here at Camelot, we strive to create a unique and exceptional user experience. Starting with the buyer’s journey, our Sales and Marketing team documents technical requirements, timelines and budget to deliver a comprehensive solution to address the current and future needs of the 3PL. By providing fact-based evidence and references, our existing clients share their stories about how a Camelot WMS improved their operations. After the transition from the Sales Team to the Implementation Team, our Implementation Project Plans prepare our customers for success. We’ve compiled thousands of pages of […]
February 28, 2019

When Can We Go Live? (Part 1)

With every project I manage, I am asked: “When can we go live with this project?”  It is an obvious question, but can only be answered (responsibly!) after gathering some critical information.  I remember learning the 5 W’s at an early age, but when faced with complex projects in the world of 3PL, my recipe for success starts with these fundamental questions: Who is sponsoring the project?  Who will comprise the project team?  Who are the customers that will be impacted? These are the individuals that will ultimately benefit and […]
February 19, 2019

A… B… N… (Always Be Networking)

As tradeshow season approaches, are you going to make the most of your networking opportunities? Often times clients come to me and ask, do you have a forum for your users to come together and share ideas? I answer, “Of course we do! Have you heard of or attended our User Conference?” This is especially important because Camelot users who attend our User Conference become great friends with each other and our staff. They also collaborate and share ideas on projects and processes, such as order fulfillment and replenishment strategies. Most […]
February 1, 2019

Let’s get physical

In today’s world, agile supply chain networks are vital to survive in the quickly changing economy. The shift from brick and mortar retail to online retail has created many opportunities for 3PL warehouses to grow to support this Omni-Channel shift in fulfillment. Holding inventory in stock is a massive capital investment and expense for any company distributing goods. Therefore, it’s critical for these warehouses to keep an accurate count of the inventory to ensure their clients can maintain steady supply to cover customer demand.  Click here for the printed eBook […]