Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Companies from around the world introduced solutions leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics to improve sorting, handling, and warehousing processes. Among the many notable presentations were the robotics solutions unveiled by Angelini Technologies – Fameccanica.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 22, 2023

I spent the full day yesterday roaming the floor and meeting with exhibitors. Addverb was exhibiting multiple technologies at ProMat including Medius, the company’s multi-level shuttle system, Sortie, an autonomous put-wall sorting system, and Zippy, and ATV sortation system.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2019

With a top storage layer for digging and sorting, no bins block the grid, allowing for more sophisticated driving patterns and higher speeds. AutoStore says it also wante to present a solution that could significantly increase Bin presentation. Utilizing the higher body and Cavity design, the B1 can carry and dig taller bins.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 25, 2021

I recently attended a great presentation during which the presenter referred to a BHAG —a big hairy audacious goal. The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. The BHAG—the Big Hairy, Audacious Goal. I think we’ve seen that in a lot of businesses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Originating at China’s Nanjing University in 1993 as a sort of anti-Valentine’s Day, Singles’ Day is celebrated by unmarried people in China on the 11th November. Also, at particularly busy times such as the period around Singles’ Day, additional sorting chutes can be added to cope with very high traffic sorting demands.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In warehouse environments, AI-powered robotics and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are revolutionizing order fulfillment processes by handling tasks such as picking, packing, and sorting with unmatched efficiency. Despite its transformative potential, the path to full AI integration in logistics presents challenges.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2015

Is the data presented as useful to make better business decisions or improve business practices? If it is difficult to navigate, sort, or understand it is still relatively useless information. Proper system guides should be implemented along with individualized training to mitigate possible bad data entry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 16, 2023

With proven success within the domestic 3PL industry, the company is looking to make its tech available to meet the current demand for innovative plug & play automation solutions in the US. By vertically sorting parcels, the system helps customers achieve 3x productivity, sorting accuracy of 99.99% and space efficiency of 50 to 70%.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Despite the epic supply chain problems, some companies have taken big steps to profitably meet consumer demand leading up to and during the busy holiday season. Other shippers have caught on, understanding that being environmentally friendly can align with meeting consumer demand. Business intelligence sorts it all out.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MARCH 21, 2020

22 January 2020, Saxony, Lampertswalde: At a distribution centre, an Amazon sorting employee carries packages into a delivery van. In the hall, parcels from the online mail order company’s European logistics centres are unloaded, sorted and delivered to customers in the Saxon state capital.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 5, 2023

Amazon had announced its plans to acquire Kiva at this point, and the Amazon name also gave us greater influence with all sorts of materials suppliers and contract manufacturers. We had a meeting shortly after Amazon completed the acquisition. They didn’t allow Powerpoint presentations, which was great.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Finally, there is also resources needed in your transportation department, since there no longer has to be an employee present to handle these sorts of tasks. This can give you, as the shipper, better insight into whether or not your transportation management services provider is truly meeting your needs.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2014

However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely shipping and customer service, presents a unique challenge at best through several festive celebrations all year long. Some facilities see orders soar ninefold — but taking nine times as long to meet demand isn’t an option. Set Order Deadlines Earlier.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

The UN World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Utilize drop-off centers for returns, where they can be sorted and shipped and in bulk.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

OPEX will also feature Sure Sort®—a compact, configurable, and cost-effective small-item sorting solution—along with a virtual reality (VR) experience of Perfect Pick®, a goods-to-person system designed for ecommerce fulfillment and micro-fulfillment. Winners will be announced during the expo.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

If you cannot nail the basics on a random Tuesday in July, there is no reason to expect your systems will be capable of managing the massive spikes in demand while meeting consumer expectations. billion 2020 (Peak COVID): A surge to $10.8 billion, marking a 15% increase 2021: Further growth to $10.9 billion 2022: Continued expansion to $11.3

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3PL Links

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Reverse Packaging Logistics, in contrast to the conventional disposal method, emphasizes creative methods of material collection, sorting, recycling, and reuse, encouraging more effective and environmentally friendly handling of these materials during their life cycle.

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The Lean Thinker

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Most of the presenters at Lean Frontier’s recent online Kata Practitioner Day were describing their experiences applying what was outlined in that book. Last year’s KataCon featured a number of presenters who have adapted the routines to their specific situations, and we have seen the Kata morph as they are used “in the wild.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 6, 2022

BEUMER Group ‘s BG Pouch System can meet the growing demands of e-commerce fulfilment – and the combination of retail and D2C. BEUMER Group presented the BG Pouch System to the German public for the first time at the recent LogiMAT 2022 event. The sorter increases throughput by 25% compared to conventional pocket sorters.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 16, 2024

Moving Deck Trailers Tiger Trailers is known for manufacturing bespoke articulated trailers and rigid bodywork to meet its end users’ unique requirements, and Asda’s new double deck trailers have been designed for transporting both cages and UK pallets. Tiger’s support has been fantastic throughout.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 4, 2024

These solutions meet the need for fit-to-size personalized packaging leading to a significant reduction in production and shipping costs and in material consumption. These solutions meet the need for fit-to-size personalized packaging leading to a significant reduction in production and shipping costs and in material consumption.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

The upcoming peak season in logistics presents a unique set of challenges influenced by multiple factors such as shifting consumer behaviors, economic fluctuations, and evolving technological trends. Businesses must remain agile and prepared to adapt quickly to maintain seamless operations and meet heightened demand during this critical time.

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Logistics in War

MAY 23, 2020

The future warehousing staff will need to be skilled in the operation and maintenance of machines rather than in receiving goods, sorting, stacking, loading and delivery themselves. However, with manual occupations being transformed through digital technology, this balance shifts. electrification. Why not also in Defence?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 21, 2018

Remember the old-time medicine shows , when showmen and storytellers posed as doctors and peddled miracle elixirs for all sorts of ailments? For related commentary on this topic, watch Why Supply Chain Visibility Remains an Elusive Goal and download my presentation that provides recommendations on how to improve supply chain visibility.).

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

dereOida’s flagship product, doWarehouse, presents a holistic single view across the warehouse. With a global presence across 18 countries and a team of over 600 dedicated professionals, Ferag has consistently delivered cutting-edge sorting, conveying, buffering and Order Fulfilment Solutions to a diverse range of industries.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 21, 2024

But without this information, your marketing team is shooting in the dark, your customer service reps have no idea who they’re talking to, and you are missing out on all sorts of opportunities to grow your business. Today’s CRM platforms have adapted and expanded their tools to meet the needs of ecommerce businesses.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2024

Notably, the Intralogistics Specialist’s commitment extends beyond proprietary components, naturally integrating both its own and third-party elements if needed with an unwavering focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs and requirements. “We

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

E-commerce is only adding to the complexity and challenge, as small mom-and-pop shops and individuals sell all sorts of dangerous goods online (e.g., In my keynote presentation at the conference, I made the case that DG professionals need to adopt a broader and more strategic answer to “What business are you in?”

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Failure to meet these requirements could mean a 3 percent chargeback per case value of each missing item. Failure to meet these requirements could mean a 3 percent chargeback per case value of each missing item. There is such a surplus of data that it leads to a sort of data overload and can turn even the most avid analyst catatonic.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Henri Seroux, Senior Vice President EMEA at Manhattan Associates, commented, “With delegates representing more than 20 countries, EMEA Exchange 2018 presents a unique opportunity for conference attendees to share experiences and best practices for future-proofing their supply chain and omnichannel operations.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 29, 2017

Upcoming Speaking Engagements and Presentations. Here’s just a few of the places you can meet me in person in the next few months (more to come!). ” I’ll also be presenting on Next Generation B-to-B E-Commerce and participating in our Executive Leadership Exchange. On February 9 at 2 p.m.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 4, 2019

The fully automated, high-performance sorting system will be installed in the existing system infrastructure of a Swiss reference customer. The increasing demand in e-commerce is driving a steady increase in mail volumes around the world and presenting many postal companies with new challenges.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2021

In order to thrive, businesses need to ensure continuity of supply, the ability to implement remote staffing and social distancing and an agile supply chain with the capacity to meet increasing consumer demands. By barcoding each product the system can sort the product into categories.

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Locus

JULY 2, 2024

But with a smart sorting system, boxes are scanned and assigned to the right vehicle without error. Third-Party Carrier Management Finding a third-party shipper that meets your needs isn’t easy. Peak season, with its surge in sales, presents both opportunities and challenges for retailers.

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Locus

MAY 3, 2024

This not only helps in reducing overheads but also aids in better inventory management, ensuring that products are available to meet consumer demand without the burden of excessive shipping costs. While LTL shipping has many clear benefits, they can only be achieved provided the retailers find third-party carriers that meet their requirement.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2015

However, the diversity of the supply chain, and the importance of timely shipping and customer service, presents a unique challenge at best through several festive celebrations all year long. Some facilities see orders soar ninefold — but taking nine times as long to meet demand isn’t an option. Set Order Deadlines Earlier.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The person who gave the presentation I attended offered the example of a speech by late US President John F. That’s the sort of thing that excites me: how you can use frameworks like that to achieve great things in your organisation, in your own departments. How is all that possible?

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