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The Past, Present, and Future of Technology in the Warehouse

Logistics Bureau

That’s probably one of the first differences you’d notice between a warehouse of today and that of 25-plus years ago – and of course it’s down to technology. Warehouse automation systems are complex and require special knowledge to install, maintain and repair. That’s equipment, software and staff training.

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Boeing: The Turning Point(s)

The Lean Thinker

To that end they explained why maintaining a high stock price was important to the company: So they can raise money more easily for growth. Of course, a high stock price enriches those people who already own shares, and makes options and stock grants more valuable, but they didn’t get into that either.

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Notes from the 2020 TWI Summit – Part 1

The Lean Thinker

Last week (February 17-20) I attended (and presented at) the TWI and Toyota Kata summits put on by my friends at Lean Frontiers. To be clear, what follows are my impressions and thoughts that were sparked by some of the presentations. Photo from Martha Purrier’s Presentation. Audit Check Card.

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Infographic: Best Practices for Small Parcel Handling

Magaya

New Small Parcel Handling Course for Magaya Supply Chain Users Now Available Via PageOne. For a quick overview of the process, check out the newly updated Small Parcel e-learning course. For a quick overview of the process, check out the newly updated Small Parcel e-learning course.

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FreighTech24: Highlights and Themes

Freightos

Thinking back on the many presentations, panel discussions and conversations over the course of the conference, a few unifying themes come to mind. The trick is to apply digitalization to improve efficiency while also maintaining relationships where only the human touch can solve problems and add value.

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Key Takeaways from Oracle CloudWorld 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

And of course, Oracle with their investments in Cloud computing, Internet of Things technology, and artificial intelligence can be used to minimize inputs while increasing productivity. Nevertheless, Mr. Ellison presented a fascinating vision centered on how technology can be used to digitally disrupt a 10,000-year-old industry.

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Disaster Planning Should Include Employment Laws

Material Handling and Logistics

Another requirement is that management must maintain awareness of their responsibility for adhering to employment laws and regulations even in the face of crisis. Employers may find that being supportive, reasonable and understanding with its workforce during these critical times is the best course of action.”.