What's the cost of not having the right supply chain technology

For warehouse managers looking to remain competitive in today’s fast-paced economy, installing an effective warehouse management system (WMS) isn’t just a good idea – it’s a necessity. Here’s why a high-tech WMS is essential, and the price you could be paying by not investing in one: OPERATING WITHOUT A WMS, if time is money, then operating without a WMS in place is taking a serious bite out of your profit margins. The main drawback of working sans WMS is that the operator will waste an enormous amount of time (and energy!) cataloging inventory.

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YRC Worldwide, Inc.

YRC Worldwide Inc., a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is a leading provider of transportation and global logistics services. It is the holding company for a portfolio of successful brands including YRC Freight, YRC Reimer, Reddaway, Holland and New Penn, and provides China-based services through its Jiayu and JHJ joint ventures. YRC Worldwide has the largest, most comprehensive less-than-truckload (LTL) network in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through its team of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide offers industry-leading expertise in heavyweight shipments and flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence. Visit www.yrcw.com for more information.

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Spotlight

YRC Worldwide, Inc.

YRC Worldwide Inc., a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is a leading provider of transportation and global logistics services. It is the holding company for a portfolio of successful brands including YRC Freight, YRC Reimer, Reddaway, Holland and New Penn, and provides China-based services through its Jiayu and JHJ joint ventures. YRC Worldwide has the largest, most comprehensive less-than-truckload (LTL) network in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through its team of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide offers industry-leading expertise in heavyweight shipments and flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence. Visit www.yrcw.com for more information.

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