Supply Chain & Logistics
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Compare 9 warehouse management systems used in Australia and New Zealand, from Manhattan and Microlistics to CartonCloud, Mintsoft, Cin7 and Unleashed. Categories, features, indicative pricing, a selection checklist and FAQs.

How Much Can a Warehouse Efficiency Audit Actually Save? What the Diagnostic Covers A warehouse efficiency audit typically uncovers 10–20% in recoverable cost through better slotting, labour utilisation, and inventory accuracy — but the number that matters is the one specific to your operation, not an industry average. A proper audit benchmarks your current process against best practice, quantifies each gap in dollars, and hands you a costed list of opportunities before you c

How to Run a Freight Tender That Actually Lowers Your Rates A freight tender lowers rates when it's built on accurate baseline data, structured lane-by-lane scope, and evaluation criteria that go beyond the headline rate — not just when you invite more carriers to quote. Businesses that skip the baseline step often end up with quotes that look competitive but don't reflect their actual freight profile, and end up worse off after implementation. This is written for businesses

You reduce inventory cost without hurting service by attacking what drives safety stock, rather than cutting stock across the board. Five levers do most of the work: better demand forecasting, safety stock calculated from actual demand and lead time variability, ABC-XYZ segmentation so stock policy matches product behaviour, renegotiated supplier lead times and order minimums, and automated replenishment. A 5 to 10% improvement in forecast accuracy alone typically cuts safety

Australian businesses are operating in one of the most challenging logistics environments in recent memory. Rising fuel costs, driver shortages, infrastructure constraints, and growing customer expectations for same-day delivery are squeezing margins and straining operations. Here are the top logistics challenges we see businesses grappling with in 2026 — and what you can do about them. 1. Last-Mile Delivery Costs Last-mile delivery remains the most expensive and complex part