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Warehouse Automation in a Time of Rapid Change

Logistics Viewpoints

Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Markus Schmidt, President of Swisslog Americas , about warehousing in today’s environment of rapid and often unpredictable change. Is that trend expected to continue? Prior to the pandemic, labor shortages were a driver of warehouse automation investment.

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Robots Take Center Stage at MODEX 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

Examples of Supply Chain Robots at MODEX 2024 Several exhibitors at MODEX 2024 showcased their innovative solutions for supply chain robotics, demonstrating the diversity and potential of this field. Here are some of the examples that caught our attention.

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How Technology is Helping Companies Move Goods and Do Good

Logistics Viewpoints

The Intersection of Warehouse Growth and Employee Scarcity. The combination of continually growing consumer and business demand, a supply chain permanently altered after adapting to Covid, and the Great Resignation has cumulatively impacted the nation’s warehousing landscape like never before.

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Automation in Manufacturing: Uses, Examples, & Trends

Unleashed

Let’s take a look at some of the manufacturing automation options available, their benefits, and current trends to consider. For example, using an overhead crane to move a heavy object minimises the risk of back injury caused by humans carrying it across the factory instead. Increased safety.

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Global Fulfillment Innovation Centers on ESG in 2023

ModusLink Corporation

Global Fulfillment Innovation Centers on ESG in 2023. ESG supply chain management is critical to maximizing the benefits of omnichannel ecommerce and warehousing and distribution services. Establishing an innovative and effective marketing strategy boosts communication with all involved parties easier.

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Machine Learning In Warehouse Management

GlobalTranz

However, it’s now being used by many businesses, including logistics companies and retailers seeking help for warehouse management. This is important for supply chain management moving forward, particularly when applied to warehouse management. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

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How manufacturers can enable innovation on the factory floor

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

There is a common cliche that necessity is the mother of invention – and by extension, innovation. The past two and half years have certainly brought a variety of challenges and opportunities that have made innovation not just a preference, but essential for manufacturers and distributors to thrive into the future.