Boscov’s distribution center in Reading, PA, has undergone significant modernization, enhancing its conveyor and sortation systems with new hardware and software. This overhaul, combined with a new order processing area, has dramatically improved order fulfillment speed, allowing the center to ship 65,000 cartons in 10 hours compared to 50,000 in 16 hours previously. The upgrades facilitate more efficient inventory handling and frequent store replenishments, essential for supporting Boscov’s e-commerce strategy. Overall, these changes have increased efficiency, reduced labor costs, and improved service outcomes for the family-owned department store chain.

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