Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

ARC Advisory Group began conducting formalized research on the global warehouse automation market in 2014. We define the market as those warehouse automation providers responsible for delivery of the system to the end-user (to eliminate double-counting). Looking back, I estimated the market in 2013 at $6.4 billion in 2019.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Logistics strategy as an enabler of new business models. They promoted logistics to the level of core process and enabler of new business models and now view a thought-through logistics strategy as an opportunity to stand out by offering a better service level to their customers, such as same-day delivery. Automation as key for growth.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

But most businesses will benefit from software such as Atrius , or Sustain.Life , that automates and tracks these calculations based on your input, such as your utility bills. Measuring your output will enable you to develop strategies toward reducing your output, and show your customers the progress you’re making.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 15, 2024

In addition to making technology investments to help combat supply chain and logistics workforce shortages, the study indicates companies are also adapting their recruitment and retention strategies and tactics. According to the study, hiring labourers (e.g., warehouse workers and drivers) and knowledge workers (e.g.,

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2024

Leading Finnish logistics services provider Inex Partners Oy has partnered with SEE to enhance packaging automation, as part of its strategy to further improve efficiencies, customer satisfaction and capacity for managing sales peaks. Inex handles fulfilment and distribution of E-Commerce orders for one of Finland’s largest retailers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Paul is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen , a supply chain intelligence platform, purpose-built to help manufacturers streamline their MRO supply and materials management. About Paul Noble As Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Verusen, Paul Noble oversees the company’s vision and strategic direction.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

After the successful implementation of several robot-assisted palletizing and depalletizing applications at various locations, the supply chain and e-commerce service provider now has decided to use the robot item pick solution “justPick” from the Polish robot specialist Nomagic as the next step in its holistic automation strategy.

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The questions now are how will these supply chain delays affect online pharmaceutical orders, and what strategies are businesses implementing to overcome this challenge? Pharmaceutical companies are investing in more automation and robotics for the counting, filling, and dispensing of medications to offset the labor shortage.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

At one point in my career, I did some work in a large distribution center in Southern California. 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.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 4, 2021

A 2020 SYSPRO survey showed that 60% of manufacturing and distribution businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. For the manufacturing and distribution CEO the challenge is not only getting back to pre-pandemic operations, but crafting businesses that emerge more resilient than before.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This highly efficient, fully automated picking system provides up to 40,000 drug packages per hour during peak times on an order-by-order basis while meeting the pharmaceutical industry’s high standards. The system then performs fully automated picking, accelerating processing and accommodating the zero-defect strategy.

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Stord

JANUARY 9, 2020

Friday, January 10, 2020 Warehouse Automation Startups Gaining Traction High consumer expectations for fast deliveries are prompting retailers to turn toward automation to help speed up distribution. Almost 28% of warehouses globally are expected to be using commercial robots by 2025, up from just 3% in 2018. Since 2015, $1.2

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Fortna, a leading automation and software company for the full logistics value chain, has partnered with Budbee, a Sweden-based tech company, to develop a parcel hub with enhanced and seamless delivery experience for their customers. FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 31, 2022

Relentless eCommerce trends continue to put tremendous strain on distribution and fulfilment operations worldwide. “With rising service level agreements dictating order fulfilment process improvements, automation can help bring stability, predictability and potentially unlock greater efficiency to their operations.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

This has proven to be a successful strategy for Lidl and Aldi as well. A101 is the largest retailer in Turkey with over 10,000 company owned stores and 48 regional distribution centers and one E-commerce fulfillment center. Supporting Growth Requires Automated Replenishment Planning. Erkan Cerito?lu, How fast has A101 grown?

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of order management, the role of an Order Management System (OMS), what happens after checkout and how to master your order management strategy with the help of cutting-edge order management systems and order management software. What Is Order Management?

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

Sreeni has been instrumental in establishing the RPA Center of Excellence (CoE) and growing the Intelligent Automation practice at Emtec Digital.? Our comprehensive services portfolio for the logistics industry spans Digital Strategy Consulting , Data Analytics & Engineering , Platform Development , and Intelligent Automation.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Automation continues to prove its value in building transportation and freight management relationships. Even the most robust in-house strategies can turn to the value of logistics automation within analytics, such as the insights found in Lane Signal, to further refine their operations. from 2020 to 2027.” from 2020 to 2027.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

I was also able to interview Brent after his session to get a little more insight on how Qualcomm dealt with the Covid-19 pandemic, what it means for the semiconductor chip shortage, and where the company is going with its digital transformation strategy. Qualcomm turned to more automation in its semiconductor manufacturing.

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Ship Monk

MAY 25, 2023

What do we mean by distributed inventory? Well, if you’re familiar with Amazon’s practice of adding warehouses all over the country, then you’re familiar with the concept of distributed inventory. What is Distributed Inventory? There are several benefits to distributing some or all of your inventory across multiple warehouses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

With labour hard to find and performance at peak under scrutiny, businesses may be tempted to opt for a complete, turnkey warehouse automation project to solve all their problems in one move. There can be little doubt that automation is the future for all but the smallest of warehouse operations.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. This information is stored in an automated system to ensure the accuracy of the order-related information. Read Also: 5 Ways to Ace Last-mile Reverse Logistics What are the Order fulfillment strategies, and which is right for your business?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

Steve is he Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture, a company that helps companies reimage fulfillment operations to align with business goals, address market trends, and meet customer demands. Steve Shebuski is the Vice President of Digital Strategy at Blue Horseshoe , part of Accenture.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

Spurred by the record-breaking growth of e-commerce and rising labor costs, robots can have a very positive impact in distribution centers when implemented correctly. As Amazon continues to push toward dominance of all sales channels, more companies must tap into the power of automation to fulfill more orders. Measure performance.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Fabric, which operates small, automated distribution centers in densely-populated areas, is cutting its workforce and shifting its business strategy as grocers and retailers look instead to add automated operations inside stores.

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Stord

APRIL 4, 2019

High consumer expectations, a storage shortage and disruptions from trade tensions are increasingly revealing the shortcomings of traditional distribution models. Unfortunately, traditional distribution models lack the necessary footprint, and therefore, reach to achieve these goals.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Automation in the warehouse is essential to meeting the growing demand of e-commerce and the blending of traditional supply chain channels into the omnichannel supply chain. To answer that question, let’s go back to how the addition of automation in the warehouse changes the game and enhances the use of available capacity.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Mercadona has ordered automated intralogistics systems from Cimcorp for four of its distribution centers – Zaragoza, San Isidro, Huévarand Sagunto – and now the first one, in Zaragoza, is up and running. The simplicity of the automation makes it easy to use and there is no need for a big team.”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

RAJA Group , a European leader in the distribution of packaging , office supplies and industrial equipment, brought together its 300 most important suppliers on October 14th in Frankfurt as part of the RAJA Group Suppliers’ Day 2022. The post RAJA shares growth strategy with suppliers appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2020

Global intralogistics innovator Dematic has announced a flagship new contract with Reitan Distribution A/S in Horsens, Denmark. Reitan Distribution A/S supplies groceries to more than 900 stores throughout Denmark, including more than 340 of the chain’s own REMA 1000 stores and convenience stores including 7-Eleven.

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Conger

JANUARY 27, 2023

Curious about the different types of automation? Many companies are excited by the prospect of increasing efficiency and productivity with some help from automated equipment. Table of Contents What Is Automation? Automation is a term for technology and innovation applications where physical human input is minimized.

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DC Velocity

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

How will the rise of automated vehicles change distribution networks?

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Inventory Replenishment Strategies to Boost Profitability. To overcome all these inventory management risks, you need a toolbox of effective inventory replenishment strategies. 5 Inventory Replenishment Strategies to Increase Profits. With this insight you can re-distribute items across your business.

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Ottawa Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

As a matter of fact, Microsoft has one of the best logistics structures in the world, with much of its fulfillment and distribution actually piggybacking on the resources of hardware developers. Here are five ways that your fulfillment and distribution is likely draining your wallet today.

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 8, 2022

The beverage industry is undergoing a prolonged period of significant change that is making warehouse automation a highly attractive option for companies of all sizes across the sector, says Paul Freeman, Head of Logistics Solutions, Toyota Material Handling. Increasingly, this means deploying some form of automation.

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Combining EazyStock with the strategy and processes of Brand Masters helps Brand Masters get ready for the next steps for future growth. That’s why she’s awarded EazyStock’s Automation Hero in December! At Brand Masters we distribute food and drinks throughout Europe and beyond to both suppliers and end consumers.

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