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Improve Worker Safety with Warehouse Robots

Locus Robotics

In the warehouse, conveyor belts run nonstop while associates sprint to hit shipping metrics before the next wave of orders arrive. But there’s a solution that provides warehouse managers at least with a path to building happier, healthier, and safer teams — warehouse automation and robotics.

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Robots Take Center Stage at MODEX 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

MODEX 2024, held in Atlanta, Georgia, from March 11 to 14, attracted more than 35,000 attendees and featured over 150 educational sessions, keynote speakers, and networking events. WES are software platforms that coordinate and optimize the activities of robots, humans, and other equipment in a warehouse.

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The GoBolt Story with Mark Ang

The Logistics of Logistics

With a growing network of warehouses across North America and a suite of proprietary apps designed and supported by an in-house engineering team, GoBolt unlocks enhanced transparency and control for merchants. GoBolt will soon open locations in Dallas, Austin, and Atlanta.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

I have often written about legal issues and battles in California, as the state has been in the news for its warehouse and trucking emission rules, independent contractor rules for gig workers, and union disagreements at ports. Average worldwide costs of shipping a 40-foot container rose 23% in the week through Jan. East Coast.

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Small Parcel Shipping: Best Practices for eCommerce Merchants

Ware2Go

Understanding the differences between small parcel and freight shipping allows fast growing eCommerce sellers to reduce shipping costs and maximize profitability. One way to minimize shipping costs is understanding the differences between small parcel and freight delivery. What Is Small Parcel Shipping?

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Three Key Takeaways from MODEX 2024

BlueYonder

MODEX is one of those events and it took place last week in Atlanta. According to research by Interact Analysis , less than 10% of warehouses are mechanized or automated and have a long runway for growth. Material handling and supply chain industry professionals converge at a few marquee shows across the world.

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Ware2Go’s Carbon Offset Shipping Initiative Wins 2021 ‘Green Supply Chain Award’ from Supply & Demand Chain Executive

Ware2Go

ATLANTA–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Ware2Go, the UPS (NYSE:UPS) company enabling merchants of any size to offer one- to two-day shipping with its on-demand fulfillment network and integrated tech platform, today announced that it won a 2021 “Green Supply Chain Award” from Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) magazine.