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expanded corporate computing infrastructure, and current software
systems. Voice-pick technology employed in our DCs uses wireless
communication and voice instructions for picking product versus the
previous paper label-based picking. Our real-time warehouse management
system improves both the speed and accuracy of product assembly and
shipping. The network is linked with a web-based freight management
system to eliminate “empty” trucking miles and reduce freight expense
through coordination with our suppliers and fleet operators. Advanced
automation technology is being implemented for select case and piece
picking operations, which dramatically improves store service and reduces
cost.
Transportation Management
With rising fuel and operational costs, Kroger is further leveraging its
investments in network-based transportation management systems to
improve utilization of its store delivery and inbound fleets. Fleet capacity
management across all markets and business units is being integrated into
these tools to maximize coordination and utilization.
The Kroger Co. Page 41