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Chapter 11
Annotated Links
Materials Handling, Computerization and
Packaging
http://www.unitload.com/home.asp
This homepage addresses warehousing, as well as materials handling and packaging professionals with responsibility in the area of supply chain packaging and system design. The site specifically addresses the main ideas presented in this chapter.
http://www.hazardousmaterials.com/RTIhazpop.asp
Hazardous Materials (HazMat) packaging is a major concern to manufacturing and transportation companies. This site allows one to search for packaging related articles reprinted from Transportation & Distribution. These articles enable a greater understanding of how computerization planning, packaging and materials handling are an integral part of overall safe and efficient packaging and transport of cargo.
The Materials Handling Equipment Distributors Association is an organization which provides productivity solutions through materials handling, packaging, and computerization, and the integration of the three. Students may visit this site to learn more about how an industry organization sees its role in providing solutions to firms.