AL Systems CEO, Paul Lightfoot, Delivers Presentation on “ROI in Piece Picking” at North Texas WERC Conference
Discussion Compares Various Technologies that Speed Fulfillment of Goods
Rockaway, NJ – July 12, 2007 – AL Systems, Inc., the leading supplier of software solutions for improving distribution, announces that CEO, Paul Lightfoot, will speak at the 6th Annual Warehousing Resource Convention sponsored by the North Texas WERC (Warehousing Education and Research Council) Chapter on Thursday, July 26, 2007. Paul’s topic, “ROI in Piece Picking,” describes the concept of Reach Density, the difference between high and low reach densities, how it impacts labor required, and why it is key to selecting between Voice or Light-Directed technologies.
“Most warehousing operations are concerned with piece picking, which is characterized by lower volume, lower revenue, and higher labor costs, due to the need to open cartons, erect/pack/seal shipping cartons, and apply multiple carton labels which results in picking less volume compared to full case or pallet picks,” said Paul Lightfoot, CEO of AL Systems. “As more and more retailers sell online leading to smaller order quantities, there will always be a need for piece picking.”
Paul will discuss how Light and Voice Picking and Putting solutions work and detail several client case study scenarios. He concludes his presentation with the “Rules of Thumb for Selecting ‘Best’ Technology” based on the specific criteria for an operation, travel times and reach density, estimated investment costs, and forecasted improvements. Paul’s presentation will be given between the 9:00 am – 10:00 am time slot.
Paul Lightfoot is the CEO of AL Systems, which provides clients with integrated software solutions that improve the flow of merchandise through distribution centers. AL Systems' clients include Urban Outfitters, Simon & Schuster, Berlex Labs, Pacific Sunwear, Modell’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s Department Stores, J Jill, Mervyns, Talbots and Men’s Wearhouse. AL Systems has been recognized as a 2007 "Top 100 Logistics IT Provider" by Inbound Logistics magazine and was included in Apparel magazine's 2007 "Top 50 Software Scorecard." Paul has been recognized by Chain Store Age magazine as a "Rising Star in Retail" in their annual 40 Under 40 awards.
Paul has spoken at a number of industry events, such as NA 2006, the WERC Annual Conference 2007, DC Expo, Supply Chain World and many more. He has been featured or quoted in the New York Times, L.A. Times, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, on national (such as CNN's "Business Unusual,") and local television, on national and local radio, and many other national and trade-related media.
WERC is a professional organization focused on warehouse management and its role in the supply chain. Seasoned practitioners and distribution experts meet at area conferences and educational events to learn ways to stay at the forefront of innovation, master best practices, and establish valuable professional relationships.
The 6th Annual North Texas WERC Convention will be held on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at the Grapevine Convention Center located at 1209 South Main Street in Grapevine, TX. The conference time is 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Forty exhibitors and four educational breakout sessions covering Mobile Fleet Management, Warehouse Management Systems, DC Growth, Optimization Planning, Pick to Voice, and 3PL Usage will be offered. For more information or to register, visit http://www.werc.org/WERCouncils/Chapters/NorthTexas/tabid/89/ctl/Detail/mid/545/EventID/90/Default.aspx.
