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


CBRE report examines increased interest in on-demand warehousing, due to coronavirus
A report recently issued by Los Angeles-based industrial real estate firm CBRE highlighted how the ongoing coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic is drawing in interest in on-demand warehousing by retailers.

Improve Aerospace Inventory Control
Learn how to keep your sensitive inventory safe and secure in this guide

Okamura partners with RightHand Robotics
RHR’s autonomous piece-picking solution, RightPick2, will be integrated with Okamura’s logistics solutions, such as AutoStore, beginning in February 2020.

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2 Labeling Solutions to Ensure Warehouse Inventory Location Flexibility
Relabeling storage racks is becoming a frequent activity in today’s warehouse. A variety of factors can be involved, from product inventory fluctuations and seasonal promotions to slotting changes and WMS upgrades.

The Future of Inventory Management
RTLS technology combined with the continued evolution of WMS user interfaces promises to take inventory management to a new level by allowing improved visibility and control. Here’s how RTLS may end up helping inventory management, alongside proven methods like vigorous bar code data collection and validation of moves within WMS.

Productivity Solution: Vertical lift modules
Shuttle VLMs combined with specialty tool management software provide secure, compact and accurate tool handling.

Other Voices: 4 steps to get inventory costs back on track
Deep understanding of the variables, interdependencies and real-world risks will aid success in realizing sustainable inventory cost reduction.

Pharma races toward its future
Whether inside the four walls or between locations, the pharma supply chain is becoming increasingly complicated. The reasons range from new Federal regulations to increasing demand for delivering more drugs faster than ever before. This is a game changer.

60 Seconds with Donna Varner, Senior Executive Administrator at MHI
Modern staff sat down with Donna Varner to discuss MHEFI and any industry trends for this 60 second interview.

Golf equipment manufacturer implements PTL devices
The pick-to-light devices have improved the manufacturer’s final assembly processes.

Magid’s goods-to-person system optimizes its e-fulfillment
The system has been supported by an inventory storage buffer.

Deloitte research captures impact of trade and economy on supply chain procurement
Survey illustrates concerns of procurement leaders – representing companies with a combined annual turnover of $5 trillion – and provides exclusive insights into the key challenges and opportunities impacting procurement.

The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Voice Technology for Your Warehouse
This guide will help you confidently move forward in your selection process knowing what technology you need for your warehouse, and how to select the right team to help you reach your goals.

Micro-fulfillment may be coming to a grocery store near you. See how it works.
Forget 500,000-square-foot—or even 50,000-square-foot—distribution centers. Materials handling automation and technologies are the next trend in brick-and-mortar fulfillment.

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.


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