How information Systems are helping the company(part2)

v Bar Code scanning:

The use of bar code scanners made it unnecessary to stamp the price on every item (except in states that still require this for consumer protection).This reduced costs but also eliminated jobs of some of the clerks who formerly did the stamping.

v Cross Docking:

The system reduced the handling and storage of finished goods, virtually eliminating the role of the distribution centers and stores.

v Voice-based Order Filling (VOF):

By installing the VOF system, Wal-Mart eliminated product labeling costs since the system did not require paper lists and labels to be fixed on the goods.

v Reordering system:

This interaction between Wal-Mart and P&G is a win-win proposition because with better coordination, P&G can lower its costs and pass some of the savings on to Wal-Mart.