Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

AI can help companies meet challenges linked to increased customer demands, new and existing needs for streamlined logistics, and labour shortages. The post How AI Can Transform Intralogistics appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. It concludes that AI can help reduce costs while maintaining or even increasing productivity.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2024

During the podcast, Danielle highlights Tesco’s use of nine microfulfilment centres across the UK as a prime example of how leading retailers are adapting to meet growing customer expectations. Microfulfilment centres are small, tech-driven hubs that allow retailers to quickly process and deliver orders.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2023

OPEX® Corporation, a global leader in next generation automation for almost 50 years, is expanding the capabilities of its leading-edge ‘Sure Sort® Warehouse Automation’ technology to incorporate radio frequency identification (RFID) scanning to meet client needs and increase operational speed and efficiency.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Unnecessary stoppages are therefore avoided, for example close to loading and unloading machinery in intralogistics facilities. Machine designers can build new machinery in a smaller footprint, while production teams can remove tunnels, or eliminate the need to keep an inventory of muting sensors, for example.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 15, 2021

“Our work with GXO at the Milton Keynes distribution centre is a prime example of 6 River Systems’ ability to meet the needs of high-volume organisations that are building multi-tiered warehouse installations,” said Jerome Dubois, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of 6 River Systems. “As

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Paul Hamblin, editor of Logistics Business magazine, meets one. For example, pedestrians getting in the way of the AGVs, or manual forklifts driving in areas originally planned primarily for the AGVs. Each datapoint will be an input and an expected output, so these pairs are examples to learn from.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

As peak season approaches, logistics professionals encounter a unique set of challenges: managing increased volumes, meeting tighter deadlines, and avoiding costly downtimes, all while upholding sustainability commitments. The pressure can be immense, particularly when infrastructure is stretched to its limits.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

At Parcel+Post Expo 2024, for example, we saw more than 50 locker companies, all offering products that may look very similar on the surface. We have to ensure that we meet the needs of both the carriers and the locations, which is why balance is so important.” We’re already ahead of that curve.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has launched a new Outdoor Reach Truck, which it says applies smart design to meet the operational needs of logistics businesses. An example is the optional air suspended seat, where operators can enjoy high levels of comfort that could increase overall productivity.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2023

Ideal for e-commerce and mail order applications requiring minimal material to package goods, the paper packaging machine is suitable for the direct dispatch of individual goods, packaging groups of products, or meeting the complex requirements of returned goods packaging.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 4, 2022

AR Racking has a commercial presence in more than 60 countries, with its own offices in the principal European and Latin American markets, as well as an extensive distribution network with which it works closely with to meet the storage needs of any company.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Without appointment management capabilities in place, for example, facilities can easily become overwhelmed by a flood of phone calls and emails from carriers trying to schedule inbound or outbound pickups, as well as managing labour planning within the facility. It all starts with tracking the driver’s ETA en route to the facility.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

SnapFulfil’s Remote Implementation (RI) program provides tailored virtual support, including regular online training and status meetings, to ensure new client teams can easily access and rigorously test the system in real time and advance – so meeting strict Go Live deadlines.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 25, 2018

How manufacturers can meet GDPR compliance and bolster internal security measures. Information collected from EU citizens in an online marketing survey, for example, would be subject to international law regardless of whether or not the company has a presence in Europe.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Black Friday only works as a great opportunity to offload discounted stock, for example, if the fulfilment process is super-efficient. Staff shortages cause pressures throughout the year, but the problems are highlighted during peak season.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Until now, system manufacturers had to use a redundant setup with two sensors in order to meet performance level d. This problem is now solved with the new single-sensor safety bar code positioning system FBPS 600i, which already meets the requirements of performance level e. This saves time during assembly.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 24, 2024

Körber provides a suite of end-to-end solutions spanning warehouse management, warehouse control, order management, robotics, voice and simulation to empower global businesses to further digitize and automate warehouses to meet today’s extensive supply chain pressures.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

As HIVED continues to expand its operations across London and beyond, this partnership is a great example of how HIVED can support major brands like Nespresso through its fast, reliable, and uncomplicated delivery experience for customers,” said a representative from HIVED.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 20, 2021

EFA-SmartConnect meets the increasing demands of this modern corporate world with the consistently digital handling of door operation in its own, protected WLAN network. The post EFAFLEX unveils new IoT door solution appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Doors communicate in a network.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2022

It is an example of how KAUP attachments can easily be fitted to many different types and styles of vehicles throughout many different industry sectors. The team are looking forward to meeting with customers and showing our products to a global audience,” comments Mike Barton, Managing Director at B&B Attachments.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 24, 2023

“For us, bringing ‘Clean Power that Means Business’ to ports is about understanding the whole application, and its challenges, to provide solutions that support sustainability goals and also meet performance and productivity needs of the operation.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2023

It helps to look at the layout in detail to understand how high they need to go, where to put racking, what configuration of trucks is right, and whether they need a VNA or a Reach Truck, for example.” This enables Yale and its dealers to advise the optimum mix of Yale equipment to meet the warehouse’s needs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 1, 2022

We can now also support our employees better with extra meeting rooms, an auditorium, a new company restaurant, a showroom and an extensive meeting centre,” says Valcke. Visitors can play games and test their driving skills with a virtual lift truck in a warehouse, for example.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The rise and rise of ecommerce, accelerated by the pandemic, brings new challenges for packagers looking to meet their customers’ sustainability targets. The post The ecommerce packaging challenge appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. That’s where Italian packaging experts Sitma come in.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

The new release also includes capabilities that will help global companies connect operations across sites, functions, people, and assets, helping them serve customers faster, reduce downtime, and meet compliance requirements. Helping customers meet ESG goals.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Waitrose is owned by the John Lewis Partnership retail group, the largest example of an employee-owned business in the UK with over 80,000 members. We knew that AR Racking would meet their promises on this strategic extension.”. The post Waitrose expands warehouse with AR Racking appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Vitalij Rodnov, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Stanley Engineered Fastening, explained his reasons for automating quality inspection on the production line: “We needed to increase throughput and productivity in order to meet demand across our fastener product range.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

You can look at examples in the industry such as Manna Drone and Wing as a showcase of what is possible. Competitive Last Mile Delivery Begins with Visibility In 2024, I expect businesses to focus on developing capabilities for last mile delivery visibility to meet rising customer expectations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Amazon, for example, uses “ Robo-Stow ”, a robotic arm that aids with heavy lifting, reducing physical strain on employees while increasing efficiency. DHL employs predictive analytics to forecast demand and optimize stock levels, allowing the company to reduce inventory costs and meet customer needs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

For example, the ‘full service’ package involves a comprehensive parts and labour plan that covers preventative maintenance, breakdowns and parts used in service and breakdown repairs. Customer satisfaction is our number-one priority and we do everything we can to meet our customers’ needs and expectations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

But as timing becomes crucial, can road transport meet the growing demand for timely availability in today’s volatile and constantly being disrupted logistics sector? For example, combining HVO fuel and/or BEV with intermodal solutions gives the opportunity to significantly reduce emissions E2E.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

Shypple has added extra features to meet the needs of perishable shippers. They can use this information to organise the rest of the supply chain, for example, by scheduling trucks immediately after unloading. As a result, shippers know exactly when their cargo will be unloaded.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

Michael Lohscheller, President and CEO, Nikola Corporation, said, “The order from GP JOULE will be an example of how the Nikola Tre FCEV can further support commercial customers in Germany in their transition towards zero-emissions several years ahead of other OEMs, which helps to achieve the goal of decarbonising the transportation sector.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2023

Construction of DC9 at Apex Park for Hankook is another example of Prologis’ ability to offer customer-centric development – with the unit size and specification tailored to meet Hankook’s requirements from the outset. The post Build-to-suit Warehouse Unit Agreed appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 19, 2021

in 2020 and will hit EUR557 billion by 2025, Simon Wong, CEO of the U-Freight Group , says his company is ready to meet the ever-increasing challenges of providing logistics services to this rapidly expanding sector of global trade. The post U-Freight sees e-commerce logistics opportunities appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

MOSCA develops new strapping machines and end-of-line systems designed to meet these challenges. We strive to simplify production environments and daily operations for our customers, for example by machines that operate fully automated or that save electricity and other resources.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 16, 2023

Herentals: fast fulfilment solution The site in Herentals is an example of how quickly Bleckmann responds to a customer’s demand. Among other things, lighting has been looked at, for example, where possible, LED lighting will be installed and combined with motion sensors to further reduce energy consumption.

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