Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Dan Migliozzi, Sales & Marketing Director, at independent systems integrator, Invar Group , explains why the sector needs to rediscover its appetite for risk. To meet these challenges, one might think that investment in automation in the fulfilment chain – warehouses and distribution centres – would be a no-brainer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Rockwell Automation hosted its user conference, Automation Fair , in Boston, MA during the week of November 6. Many of my ARC Advisory Group colleagues were in attendance due to our company’s strong focus on manufacturing automation. However, it was a different experience for me due to my focus on logistics technologies.

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Conger

MAY 24, 2023

This is the complete list of warehouse automation companies from across the globe. Because in this post, you’ll learn: A little bit about each company’s history Where they’re located What automation solutions they offer And lots more! Today, the company is a member of the Toyota Advanced Logistics Group. Let's dive in!

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

ARC Advisory Group’s research on the warehouse technology markets ( WMS , Warehouse Automation , and Mobile Warehouse Robotic s) shows that 3PLs are prominent investors in technology. I had the opportunity to speak with Alan Prillaman, SVP of Client Services at Open Sky Group , about the 3PL market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 15, 2021

Real-world uses of AI in business have exploded in the past decade, but few of those applications are focused on warehousing and distribution. Optimize automation/robotics alongside human workers. For example, the traditional approach to workforce planning is to use an engineered labor standards system.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2022

In just six months, SSI Schaefer was able to automate the existing mobile racking system at Ostendorf in Emstek using automated guided vehicles ( AGV ) and its WAMAS intralogistics software. The path to semi-automation for Ostendorf. It needed to optimise intralogistics, increase productivity and cut costs.

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Conger

JULY 16, 2021

In this article, we show you the biggest warehouse automation trends in 2021 that could change your warehouse operations. What is Warehouse Automation? What are the Benefits of Warehouse Automation? 11 Warehouse Automation Technology Trends. Automated Guided Vehicles & Autonomous Mobile Robots. Voice Picking.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The new logistics centre of German food group EDEKA Handelsgesellschaft Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thüringen mbH located in Marktredwitz, is currently under construction and will start operations in mid-2024 – both technologically and economically. High level of automation. WITRON has convincingly succeeded in meeting these requirements.”.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Companies annually spend about $325 billion on warehousing — and 85% of that cost goes to operating expenses that include labor, space and equipment. In response, most companies are investing in warehouse automation and robotics. Warehouses also represent an enormous cost center. The result?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 20, 2024

Data warehousing costs rise. For example, with a few clicks of a mouse, your CFO can access a detailed expense report ; determine which customers are currently generating the lion’s share of orders and which are behind in payments; and assess how performance has changed over varying time periods. Reduce data warehousing costs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 31, 2022

Our second finalist in the Integrated Warehouse Solution category of the IFOY Award – which we are showcasing ahead of the winners announcement on 30th June at BMW World – is the extension of the automated warehouse of Hase Safety Gloves GmbH by intralogistics expert STILL. ” More productivity through more automation.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Re-brands are sensitive and critical operations and the warehouse automation sector is no exception. Automate, in a easy way, the distribution centres of our customers. Democratise automation.” Automation provides a productivity boost and is scalable, with no need for new warehouse infrastructure. It can scale-up fast.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Late last year, a San Francisco politician launched a statewide campaign to raise money for a California ballot that would penalize private enterprise for embracing automation in the workplace. Certainly, there will be taxes that relate to automation.”. More often than not, automation is much simpler and far less frightening.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Supply chain consulting and warehousing solutions specialists, Bis Henderson, has brought together the unique strengths of its Consultancy and Space businesses under a single new identity, Visku – leveraging the immense wealth of expertise and extensive network capabilities of the two previously independent businesses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2022

Examples of Mobile Warehouse Robotics included in ARC’s Research. I recently completed ARC Advisory Group’s research on the mobile warehouse robotics market. Fulfillment centers are operating in a time of frequent change, so they value the ability to easily adjust automation to their frequently changing requirements.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When considering automated warehousing, stacker cranes have often been the default storage and retrieval choice for pallets and bins. On some warehousing sites well over 50% of potential storage space is reckoned to be wasted. Movu Atlas shuttles, for example, can carry pallets of 1 m x 1 m, or 1 m x 1.2

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Time and again I write about the business value of warehouse technologies – WMS, warehouse automation, and robotics. An experienced implementation team will be able to align business objectives with the capabilities of the software or automation. I also discuss business processes that these technologies support.

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3PL Links

APRIL 16, 2024

The solution is found in robotic automation, which is the topic we will discuss in this article. Furthermore, the warehouse can carry out procedures more quickly and effectively because of robotic automation. The incorporation of workers and group activities is another way that robotic automation transforms warehouses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Zebra Technologies Corporation today released the findings of its 2023 Global Warehousing Study, which confirmed 58% of warehouse decision-makers plan to deploy radio frequency identification (RFID) technology by 2028 which will help increase inventory visibility and reduce out-of-stocks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 12, 2021

Automation used to be about the multi-billion turnover, blue-chip global players putting out global tenders for eye-watering sums. Return on Investment (ROI) on warehouse automation is becoming both faster and more visible for a whole new tier of organisations. Step forward, Iain Gillard and Big Box Group. Not any more.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

stow Group, a globally recognized leader in the design, manufacturing, and implementation of advanced storage solutions and automated warehouse systems, announces the launch of the new ‘Movu Robotics’ brand, developed to strengthen its Robotics business unit and to meet increasing customer demand for Automation and Robotics solutions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Dionne Redpath (pictured), Head of Warehouse Division and COO of Europa Worldwide Group, comments: “With the current economic headwind putting strain on ecommerce, retailers and wholesalers everywhere, many of our customers are managing tight cashflows. This is pain point we have a long-held ambition to solve.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

For example, related to warehouse technology, a recent Lucas Systems industry study found 89% of respondents agreed that implementing artificial intelligence-based software within distribution centers can provide a competitive advantage. Let’s explore how: Use automation to alleviate workers’ tasks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 7, 2021

For example, the Delta variant of COVID-19 may cause an increase in infection and disruptions to business in the fall. At the beginning of 2021, ARC Advisory Group, in partnership with DC Velocity magazine, anticipated factors such as a subsequent surge when we crafted our survey of warehouse practitioners.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2024

Importantly, this automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) fulfils KDL’s need for flexibility by allowing pallet throughput to be increased simply by adding more shuttles, while the modular rack can be extended to increase capacity to help futureproof the facility.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The HAHN Group MOBILE.EXPO is picking up speed and presenting its technologies and products with its innovative exhibition and trade fair concept at 13 locations in Europe. The HAHN Group started its MOBILE.EXPO in Europe on 20th September. Interested participants can register for MOBILE.EXPO on the HAHN Group website.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Since November 2022, stichd, a subsidiary of the Puma Group, has been serving its global customers from its new and highly automated fulfilment centre in Tilburg, the Netherlands. To lay the foundations for further growth and to improve process efficiency, it sought a partner for the automation of the distribution process.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 25, 2018

In recent years, such technology has improved production systems and inspired greater focus on automation across many manufacturing sectors. For automotive logistics, a combination of pressure on costs, worker shortages and an ageing workforce have led to even more focus on automation in materials handling in recent years.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

An example could be to identify an item falling from a conveyor belt or moved to an incorrect destination while being transported. Delta has added two new area sensors – AS-E and AS-T – to its portfolio. This reduces losses and helps to minimize material wastage and transportation of wrong items.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

Representatives of arculus, Cargotec, idealworks, Interroll Group, STILL and VOLUME Lagersysteme received their IFOY Awards – dubbed the “Oscar of intralogistics” – at an awards ceremony at the German Football Museum in Dortmund. Smart Pallet Mover (SPM), Interroll Group. Dr. Dr. h. IFOY 2021 AWARD WINNERS.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Beyond Efficiency: The Human Element’s Impact on Logistics | Image source: Pexels Modern technology, smart equipment, task automation, and management systems. For example, having individuals who can handle unanticipated situations is essential.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 9, 2023

The TGW Logistics Group will demonstrate its Future Fulfilment Centre – how it works, how users can benefit from its advantages, and what technology it uses – for visitors at the LogiMAT intralogistics trade fair in Stuttgart from 25 to 27 April. This means that it fulfils tasks independently, optimises processes and is constantly learning.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 14, 2021

Automation in logistics is no longer a distant dream. The advantages of automated logistics processes have been known for years. Often, the last hurdle on the road to automated processes is the question “How do I tackle it?” Automation as a success factor.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Craig Whitehouse, Managing Director at independent systems integrator, Invar Group , offers a survivor’s guide to peak season. With so much uncertainty, it may seem counter-intuitive to suggest that investment in automation is an important part of the answer. But perhaps, most importantly, automation isn’t ‘just for Christmas’.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2023

In the warehousing space, popular platforms include Talroo, warehousegig.com or gigsmart.com. This was driven by younger workers, with 81% of workers in the Gen Z group being at least somewhat likely to trade pay for tech. For example, you’ll need more tech skills to manage the equipment (robots, hydrogen vehicles, ASRS).

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Bringg

JUNE 25, 2018

What’s more, the costs of warehousing, fulfillment and delivery are expected to keep rising in the upcoming year. Here are 4 amazing examples of beautiful warehouse operations in which the latest technologies are helping ecommerce giants handle record volumes of parcels faster and more efficiently than ever before. trillion, up 6.2%

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 19, 2023

Since establishing its European headquarters in the Netherlands in late 2021, Hai Robotics has quickly developed a reputation for revolutionising warehouse automation throughout the region, undertaking more than 30 projects across Europe and four in the UK.

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