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Topic: Inventory & Picking

Comprehensive news on the most advanced systems for automated mobile data collection & paperless picking of inventory through RFID and wireless technologies.


Fulfillment at the speed of light
Powered by dynamic, real-time software, light-directed picking and putting technologies have entered a new phase in their evolution.

AHS introduces Skypod technology in the U.S.
AHS (Advanced Handling Systems) has formed a partnership with Exotec Solutions—a French-based goods-to-person picking system provider based on mobile robots named Skypod.

Voice Software in the Warehouse 2009-2019: Has Anything Really Changed?
This industry perspective eBook focuses on voice technology, some of the key changes we’ve seen since 2009 and explores how voice solutions are adapting to embrace the reality of today's warehouse.

The Big Picture: On-Demand Delivery on Your Doorstep
The latest iteration of last-mile delivery is rapidly changing not just how quickly we take delivery of our latest purchase, but the picking and packing of orders in the distribution center.

New orderpickers help distributor handle rapid growth
Low-level orderpickers eliminate the risk of ladders and the battery issues of the previous equipment supplier.

RightHand Robotics expands partnership with Capacity LLC and Lightning Pick
Winner of MHI Innovation Award announced its first put wall integration in a Capacity fulfillment center.

ERP in the age of omni-channel
In recent years, enterprise resource planning solutions have lost some luster, even being called “back office” systems. They’re useful for financials, procurement and transactions, but can ERP drive omni-channel fulfillment? The short answer is “yes.”

Bastian Solutions reveals its latest goods-to-robot each picking
Bastian Solutions (Booth S1603) presented the latest version of its goods-to-robot each picking technology, which has been fully integrated with an order fulfillment system, at a booth visit Tuesday.

Cimcorp’s automated order picking for perishables
In Booth S1218, Cimcorp demonstrated automated robotic systems for order fulfillment of perishable goods, including fresh produce, bakery and dairy.

The Case for Managing MRO Inventory
In many organizations, maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) inventory accounts for a significant slice—as much as 40 percent—of the annual procurement budget. Yet it is still not managed with the level of rigor typically applied to production inventory. There are five basic practices that can quickly close the gap with best practices in MRO inventory management.

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Digitize to Improve: Intelligent, Vision-Based Systems Ensure Success in Retail Distribution Centers
With industry trends like smaller, more frequent orders and an increase in polybags and irregular-shaped packages, there is a need in retail distribution centers for smart, digitized sorting and tracking.

Picavi expands with new corporation in the United States
New Chicago office to support growth of German provider of pick-by-vision solutions, which will exhibit at its first ProMat this year.

2019 Productivity Achievement Awards
Modern’s annual Productivity Achievement Awards honor companies that have made exceptional operational improvements through materials handling systems.

Voxware expands global presence
Two new partnerships expected to increase opportunities in Asia Pacific and Scandinavian Markets.

Crossover Businesses: Blurring the Lines Between Manufacturers, Distributors, and Retailers
Download the report and uncover how to survive the new challenges businesses are facing and the technology required to keep pace.

Crossover Businesses: Blurring the Lines Between Manufacturers, Distributors, and Retailers
Download the report and uncover how to survive the new challenges businesses are facing and the technology required to keep pace.

How Ingram Micro Gets More Done, Faster
Download the whitepaper to learn how Apex Handheld Device Management Solutions helped Ingram Micro

Tompkins International announces new business unit, NexusFx
NexusFx toolsets enable CPG brands to build and manage DTC channels, along with getting access to critical first-party data.

Inventory Management in an On-Demand World
There are no easy answers on this one. You have to dig in and figure out what matters to your supply chain strategy and customers. Get that right, and you’re ahead of the pack.

Distributor improves workflow with voice-directed order picking
Minnesota-based distributor sees improvements in fill times, error rates and training.


May 2024 Modern Materials Handling

A complete modernization of the sortation and conveyance at Boscov’s DC, along with updated software and a new order processing area, have transformed the ability of the department store chain’s DC to move more cartons in less time, while permitting more frequent replenishment shipment for stores.
 


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