cross docking Insights

What is cross docking?

Cross-docking is a logistics procedure where products from a supplier or manufacturing plant are distributed directly to a customer or retail chain with marginal to no handling or storage time. Cross-docking occurs in a distribution docking terminal; usually consisting of receiving and shipping docks.

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What other technologies are related to cross docking?

cross docking Complementary Technologies

Wave Management

Wave management optimizes the release of work to the warehouse floor, which is essential for efficient cross docking operations. It helps in grouping orders for streamlined processing.

mentioned alongside cross docking in 41% (65) of relevant job posts

Yard Management

Yard management systems (YMS) manage the flow of trailers in and out of the yard, coordinating arrivals and departures. This is highly complementary as cross docking depends on the synchronized movement of goods.

mentioned alongside cross docking in 24% (70) of relevant job posts

VAS

Value-added services (VAS) may be performed during cross docking to prepare items. This is often done during the cross-docking process to reduce order cycle times.

mentioned alongside cross docking in 4% (64) of relevant job posts