The state of robotics
May 10, 2022
Our research shows companies are adopting robots, but it’s a long way to go before they’re commonplace.
Rethinking racking
May 10, 2022
From materials shortages to labor shortages, the racking industry is helping customers make the most of their cube.
60 Seconds with… Dwight Klappich, Research Vice President, Gartner
May 9, 2022
Modern's editor sat down with Dwight Klappich, Research Vice President, at Gartner to discuss MODEX and other happenings in the robotics space.
Windows sunset still unfolding
May 9, 2022
Android-based mobile computing choices include tablets for off-the-truck flexibility, with Android-based VMUs also seen as a solid option.
2022 Warehouse/DC Equipment Survey: It’s “go time” for investment
April 8, 2022
Warehouse and DC managers are feeling the pressure of e-commerce growth, high order volumes, as well as deep concerns around labor availability and international supply chain snarls. In response, our survey found that they’re ramping up spending for automation—but also spending more on their labor force to ensure an adequate pool of workers to keep goods flowing.
Automotive: Staring down disruptions
April 8, 2022
The auto industry is learning to bob and weave as one disruption after another takes hold.
Piece picking robots make their mark
April 8, 2022
These automated fulfillment systems are part of the latest wave of technology, and they are already scoring huge improvements in distribution efficiencies. Here are some best practices to make your own army of piece picking robots successful.
Remote lift truck operation as fleet strategy
April 7, 2022
Technology that allows for remote operation promises to expand on the available pool of qualified lift truck operators and bring other benefits like helping companies flex human resources to meet demand surges.
60 Seconds with… Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels, founders of OPSisters
April 5, 2022
Our editors sat down with Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels, founders of OPSisters to discuss women in the supply chain and logistics industry.
Lift Truck Series: Lift trucks on the path to autonomy
March 9, 2022
Once considered the purvey of the far-off future, autonomous lift trucks have arrived. Here’s what they can offer.
2022 Productivity Achievement Awards
March 8, 2022
Selected from our top System Report cover stories from the previous year, Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made exceptional operational gains through means like warehouse automation projects, robotics, DC network strategy and a spirit of innovation.
This Month in Modern: It’s “go time” for investment at MODEX 2022
March 7, 2022
The economy has maintained strength, e-commerce is booming, and companies with distribution operations are struggling to keep up.
Lift Truck Tips: Attachments go digital
March 7, 2022
To maximize efficiency and uptime with autonomous lift trucks, attachments are going all electric, lessening energy drain on AGVs and AMRs while allowing adoption of a predictive maintenance approach.
60 Seconds with Gary Steen, Sales Manager at Hannibal Industries
March 7, 2022
Modern Material Handling editor sat down with Gary Steen to talk about his career with Hannibal and the racking industry.
Guardian Industries transforms continuous improvement
February 7, 2022
In Indiana, Guardian Industries is using autonomous vehicles to lean out its processes, create a safer work environment and ensure more consistency in delivery of materials to its work cells.
Managing people and autonomous robots together
February 3, 2022
A fulfillment solution from Fetch Robotics and parent company Zebra Technologies looks to simultaneously manage human labor and mobile robots, in what’s shaping up as a trend aimed at helping labor-constrained operations.
Automation Survey: Budgets healthy, though labor availability issues grow
February 3, 2022
Our annual automation survey finds increasing budgets for automation and rising interest in automated solutions with reliable parts availability, as well as turnkey, integrated solutions. And though budgets are up, stresses show around labor availability, raising its importance as a driver for automation.
Modex show returns to Atlanta in March 2022
February 3, 2022
Modex 2022 will feature hundreds of solution provider exhibits, educational sessions and keynote presentations featuring Shaquille O’Neal, Sanjay Gupta and Marriott’s Erika Alexander.
Survey: Talent and labor on the rise
February 3, 2022
The labor crunch is a serious issue, not just for front-line employees in DC and other supply chain sites, but when it comes to higher-level supply chain talent, too. We surveyed supply chain professionals and found less than one-third feel their companies are highly prepared to handle demand with current staff, while two-thirds have increased wages to try to retain more people.
Wireless mobility moves the bar higher
February 3, 2022
Building on faster, more robust communications networks, wireless devices from handheld terminals to autonomous mobile robots are on a path to increasing operational efficiencies, regardless of workforce challenges.