March 7, 2019
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
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
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
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 […]
January 7, 2019
If Excel is not part of your daily workflow as a third party logistics warehouse, read on. You are already using a best-in-class WMS software to manage your warehouse, store your data, and communicate with your clients. That WMS system should be capable of extracting and reporting data to you in various ways. So where does Excel fit in to the picture? Excel is your tool for ad hoc reporting and data manipulation. In the last 11 years of working only in the 3PL logistics industry, I have found the […]
October 9, 2018
Most Importantly: Make sure everyone is safe including your staff, families and those in our area of influence. Other Preparation: Bottle and contain good water from your home before the storm approaches and leave the store water for those who really need it. Be sure to have a Radio with new batteries. When TV and Internet are not available, you may need to rely on the radio for weather updates. Help your neighbors and those who might not be able to prepare themselves.