Uncertainty is the only certainty in supply chain these days, so implementing the right technology in your operations is key, says Benji Fountain, account manager at enVista.
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Retailers that embrace the ever-changing landscape and adopt critical technology like an order management system can differentiate themselves and truly stand out as leaders in retail – and drive omnichannel agility, profitability and transformation.
The potential of cobots in packaging — driven by AI, machine learning, and IoT integration — promises a new era of smart packaging lines and predictive maintenance.
Even though today’s supply chains are faster and more competitive than ever, warehouse operations managers and stakeholders have settled for outdated and problematic warehouse designs. In fact, many warehouses haven’t changed since their original configurations years ago, even as the demands placed on those warehouses have evolved.
Within the four walls of a typical warehouse today reside a host of applications, each designed to manage a wide assortment of tasks. Perhaps the most commonly known among these is the warehouse management system (WMS), which has played a key role in distribution facilities for decades.
ISA stresses how manufacturers and other decision makers can help to deliver the many benefits of automation more effectively through several key steps.
Automation has been touted as the key to ramping up warehouse efficiency in the face of a shortfall of labor. But it comes with its own set of problems.
The latest news, analysis, trends and tools for automation and robotics for warehousing and distribution. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies that use cameras, radios, sensors and digital maps to find and sort merchandise are transforming the way warehouses and distribution centers operate — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of automation and robotics in the warehouse.
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