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Mexico conference: Uncertainty well-balanced with optimism

Automotive Logistics

While a degree of uncertainty over the future of free trade between Mexico and its Nafta neighbours to the north once again hung over discussions at this year’s Automotive Logistics Mexico conference, it was more than matched by confidence in the future of the automotive sector. Outbound visibility. Competitive warehouses.

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Sexify Logistics

Logistics Business Magazine

David Priestman attended Dexory ’s Supply Chain Fast Track conference. Real-time analytics with a virtual control tower helps forecasting freight lanes, both inbound and outbound. Extended reality, or VR, is used by Neovia for training, using tech from Elm Park Labs. Apple’s Vision Pro is tipped by Fahy to become a handy tool.

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Innovation and smart technology: Why BMW is driving both

Automotive Logistics

Within the carmaker’s production halls, tugger trains or smart transport robots (STR) are increasingly used to transport parts, with 30 STRs set to be in operation this year. The device announces an approaching tugger train via a vibration alarm. Enhancing outbound visibility. Autonomous and wearable technology.

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13 Warehouse Types: Definitions, Functions & Examples

Conger

Distribution Centers. Companies often choose private warehouses because of the high degree of control that they confer over the handling and storage of goods. No need to hire, train, and manage staff as the warehouse owner is responsible for these. Distribution Centers. Let's dive in! Table of Contents. Public Warehouses.

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Automotive Logistics Awards – Europe winners announced

Automotive Logistics

During the event on June 12 – held on the eve of this year’s Automotive Logistics Europe conference – former Opel, Fiat and BMW vehicle designer Chris Bangle handed out a total of 14 awards covering every aspect of inbound, outbound and aftermarket logistics. FVL top quality award winner: Seat – Quality distribution strategy.

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Third-party logistics: Future fields of opportunity?

Automotive Logistics

As with most things in life, change is a constant in automotive logistics, but in finished vehicle distribution that doesn’t seem to hold as true. It costs a lot of money to transport money safely and securely, [via] asset investment and maintenance, highly trained and paid staff, security and insurance,” he says. Barrier to entry.

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Audi México: Risk and reward

Automotive Logistics

At the same time, Mexico was a totally new place to work for Audi personnel, which meant negotiating, recruiting and training in a different culture and in a different language. The factory is now in its second full year of production with some notable successes already gained, not least in the management of outbound logistics. .