877.876.6384CONTACT US Search for: TECH NOTES Gain material handling industry insight and knowledge with VARGO® Tech Notes, created by the industry’s top experts. Please contact us with any questions regarding our tech notes or other resources. Process Optimization of a Sorter-Based Operation This paper describes how adaptive technology principles can be used to increase customer satisfaction, increase processing capacity and lower labor costs in a sorter-based operation. DOWNLOAD PDF Gather and Pack Operations A gather and pack or a gather and kit operation is a two-step process used to improve efficiency in operations that have low velocity (low activity) product spread over a wide area. This paper is an application example of such an operation. DOWNLOAD PDF Basic Host Interface and Integration This paper describes how to add enhanced process control to an existing WMS-based order fulfillment system without modification to the WMS. DOWNLOAD PDF Integration of Paperless Batch Picking The paper describes an application example of a “mixed” pick model including batch-picking operation where product is picked from different areas using different selection means. The system is integrated into an existing WMS driven paper-based fulfillment system without modification to the WMS. DOWNLOAD PDF Paperless Batch Picking This paper is a short application example of the conversion of a paper-based picking system retrofitted to a paperless batch picking system with SOFT™, our smart order fulfillment technology system. The retrofitted system easily interfaces with the existing host software. DOWNLOAD PDF Dynamic Cartonization with Batch Picking The paper describes an enhanced application example of a “mixed” pick model that provides on-the-fly dynamic cartonization of orders and synchronization of picking with truck departures. DOWNLOAD PDF Lowest CapEx System Using Article Sorters Application example of VARGO® Adaptive Software’s SOFT™ system supporting the delivery of product to an automated piece or individual article sorters. DOWNLOAD PDF Designing Distribution Centers: Low CapEx Piece-picking Options This is the reprint of an article published in IE Solutions (February 2003) that describes a number of alternative fulfillment solutions and the economic benefits of those solutions. DOWNLOAD PDF Designing Distribution Centers: Shifting to an Automated System This article, a re-print of the article published in IE Solutions (August 1996), describes the process and thinking necessary to shift to automated distribution centers. DOWNLOAD PDF Designing Distribution Centers: The QARS Method This article describes a piece-picking method that optimizes the handling of the residual product and the productivity benefits that can be obtained by addressing automation or optimization of only residual product. This article was originally published in IE Solutions (May 1997). DOWNLOAD PDF Using Smart Carts for Returns Processing This article presents two separate application examples of returns processing using Smart Carts. In the first application, the restocking operation product goes into a single storage zone. In the other application, there are several storage zones where re-stocked product is to be placed. DOWNLOAD PDF Real-time Labor Balancing in a Case Picking Operation This paper describes a wave based case pick operation application where a MANDATE IP®-based SOFT™ system is used to dynamically balance work between workers achieving the highest overall productivity and minimizing wave durations. DOWNLOAD PDF Continuous Processing Using a Sorter Continuous processing alternatives to wave processing. The size of these order batches can be greatly increased through the use of a secondary sort, using devices such as a tilt-tray or Bombay sorter. DOWNLOAD PDF Managing Sorters Continuous Double-Sort Operation Advantages of waveless operation with dynamic chute allocation in a double-sort process based on a piece sorter. DOWNLOAD PDF Capacity, Productivity and ROI System justification and the relationships between improved capacity and improved productivity. DOWNLOAD PDF Products and Services This paper is a brief overview of VAS’ products and services. DOWNLOAD PDF SOFT™ System Implementation Plan This paper provides an introduction to the steps necessary to implement a SOFT™ based system and provides and example timeline for a project in an existing facility. DOWNLOAD PDF System Support Options An overview of the support options for VAS’ systems. DOWNLOAD PDF VAS Brochure Read testimonials about our experience, performance, dedication and results. DOWNLOAD PDF Company Background, Projects and Customers Introduction to VAS, its business, background, customers and more. DOWNLOAD PDF AWMS™ Adaptive Warehouse Management System This paper is an excellent introduction to the concept and benefits of an adaptive WMS. DOWNLOAD PDF AWMS™ Principles Applied to Order Fulfillment An Adaptive WMS provides great operational flexibility when applied to order fulfillment of kitting operations. This paper identifies and describes some of those benefits. DOWNLOAD PDF Why Batch Pick? This paper gives a simplified mathematical view of the benefits of batch picking or kitting. It provides some equations that may be used to assess the possible benefits. DOWNLOAD PDF Static, Dynamic and Virtual Batching This paper provides the definitions and describes the differences between static, dynamic and virtual batching in fulfillment processes. DOWNLOAD PDF Managing Equipment for Article Sorter Delivery Describes methods and operational enhancements to increase the capacity of piece sorters beyond their mechanical capacity. DOWNLOAD PDF What Happened? Why Mobile Carts and Modules Make Sense Today A description of the advances in technology that have made smart carts a dominating option for piece picking fulfillment operations. DOWNLOAD PDF Thirteen Simple Steps in Selecting a Picking Cart The conditions that prevent picking carts to achieve full potential are presented as well as recommendations about how to address them. DOWNLOAD PDF Logistical Application of “Greedy Algorithms” For over 30 years greedy algorithms have been used to solve optimization problems. This paper describes their application to logistic problems. DOWNLOAD PDF Believing the Last Liar Regardless of effort, inconsistencies between data and “what is” will occur. Error recovery must be considered as important as error prevention in the operation of a distribution center. DOWNLOAD PDF Using Voice and Speech in Order Fulfillment Objective and Unbiased comparison of voice directed picking with RF directed picking and pick-to-light for real-time operations. DOWNLOAD PDF AWMS™ Inventory Management Inventory management is the heart of any WMS. An AWMS provides some interesting concepts in how inventory is managed meeting the requirements of finance and operations. DOWNLOAD PDF AWMS™ Stock Location Management An easy-to-use inventory management system requires a flexible means for storing and retrieving stock. An AWMS provides a unique view on managing stock locations. DOWNLOAD PDF Considerations in Evaluating a Batch Fulfillment System Here is a checklist of factors to consider when evaluating batch kitting or fulfillment systems—along with a list of smart cart vendors. DOWNLOAD PDF Effective Queues This paper describes the considerations to determine and effectively use a queue. DOWNLOAD PDF MandateIP® Q & A Common questions and answers concerning Mandate and MandateIP®. DOWNLOAD PDF MandateIP® Architecture Introduction To The Architecture Of MandateIP®. DOWNLOAD PDF Computing Requirements For Dynamically Optimized Systems Answering “Why are computing requirements for dynamically optimized systems different?” DOWNLOAD PDF Introduction To MandateIP® Database Architecture Provides a overview description of the MandateIP® database architecture. DOWNLOAD PDF MandateIP® Reporting System Introduction Describes the MandateIP® reporting system. DOWNLOAD PDF Why MandateIP®? The need or benefit of MandateIP® is not predicated on anything “being broken”. That is like saying a car with a manual transmission (stick) is broken because it does not shift automatically. DOWNLOAD PDF “Closed Loop” Systems “Closed-Loop” systems are systems where output information is “fed back” into the input to compensate for variations in the system. Closed loop systems are contrasted to “open loop” systems that do not use feedback to alter operation. DOWNLOAD PDF Mobile Order Fulfillment Work Stations VAS’ smart carts and order fulfillment modules features including pictures of Hawk™ and Condor™ with an example screen. This is an excellent introduction to mobile fulfillment and kitting workstations. DOWNLOAD PDF COFE® Optimization Modules for Sorter-Based Processes This paper presents the COFE® based solutions that VAS have successfully implemented in order to maximize the usage of system resources in a sorter-based operation. An overview of how a dynamic sorter system optimization is accomplished and the resulting benefits is provided. DOWNLOAD PDF AWMS™ Basic Module Checklist The following checklist provides an overview of the “basic functions” available with the MandateIP AWMS. The MandateIP AWMS provides the basic or most essential features to manage the operation of a fulfillment or distribution center. DOWNLOAD PDF AWCS Basic Module Checklist Basic functions available with the MandateIP AWCS. The MandateIP AWCS provides basic features to integrate and control equipment and work processes of a fulfillment or distribution center. An “Adaptive” WMC (AWCS) uses real time or dynamic optimization of the workflow. Dynamically optimized workflow adapts to the changing conditions found in fulfillment operations. DOWNLOAD PDF More News & Resources News Press Releases White Papers Case Studies Infographics Tech Notes Seminars Videos Industry Terms Home Warehouse Execution System System Integration Resources Careers Contact Us Corporate: 614.876.1163 Toll Free: 877.876.6384 Fax: 614.876.0706 Corporate Headquarters 3709 Parkway Lane Hilliard, OH 43026 VARGO® Tech Center 400 Metro Place North Suite 340 Dublin, OH 43017 Ohio 4680 Parkway Drive Suite 201 Mason, OH 45040 California 1600 Shattuck Avenue Suite 124 Berkeley, CA 94709 Texas 1714 Fort View Road Suite 106B Austin, TX 78704 Read VARGO® White Papers © 2021 VARGO®. All rights reserved. | PRIVACY POLICY