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Voice picking solutions gains impact with integration
Voice-directed solutions do more than translate pick lists in voice instructions. These solutions are multi-modal, using wearable scanners and Android device screens when appropriate, and have evolved to handle work execution functions and integrate with mobile robots.

Automotive works on its mojo
These have been challenging times for automakers. But from parts management near the line and parts flow right up to it, some new approaches are in the works. Oh, yes, and electric vehicles are already having an impact.

Where is fleet management headed?
Telematics and fleet software has long been used for sensor and CAN-bus data, but a new era of AI-driven analytics is approaching.

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C-Suite Interview with Joe Colletti: Integration is the name of the game
Logistics and supply chain professionals attended ProMat 2023 with some key goals in mind as they work to set their companies up for success.

Let’s Talk Mobile Robots: Three Real-World Applications for Warehouse and Manufacturing
If you’re interested in introducing robotic automation but not sure where to start, this webinar is for you!

Covariant adds $75 million in Series C Funds to meet demand for scaled AI robotics deployments
New financing brings total raised to $222 million for provider of AI-based robotic picking applications. In less than two years, the company’s product portfolio has grown to include order sortation, item induction, good-to-person order picking, kitting, and depalletization solutions – all powered by a unified AI platform.

Manufacturing output declines for fifth consecutive month in March, says ISM
The report’s key metric, the PMI, at 46.3 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), was down 1.4% compared to February, contracting, at a faster rate, for the fifth consecutive month.

Warehousing Answered: From Transaction to Value Added
How supply chain and delivery has become a core part of the consumer value proposition beyond function.

Alstef Group acquires U.S.-based logistics automation leader Solution Net Systems
SNS, headquartered in Quakertown, Pa., designs and integrates configurable solutions for the e-commerce, food, pharmaceutical, postal, retail, third-party logistics and transportation, and distribution industries. 

VDC Research seeks respondents for study into digital transformation of ports and terminals
Leaders who work with technology solutions at ports and marine terminals are invited to participate. Those who complete survey will get access to a report summary and a chance at an Amazon gift card drawing.

AIM welcomes 2023 Industry Group chairs
AIM, the leading industry association and global authority for 50 years in innovation, standards, and solutions in barcode, biometrics, IoT, NFC, RFID, RTLS, and RAIN, welcomes incoming industry group chairs to lead initiatives in visibility technologies, RFID, and technical symbologies. 

Jim Hoefflin takes the reins at Softeon
If ProMat 2023 taught us anything, it's an interesting time for the WMS industry

Combat Labor Scarcity with Reliable Robotic Solutions in Your Warehouse
Dealing with labor scarcity and overwhelming productivity demands? Robots may be your ideal solution. Warehouse Robotics White Paper, Vanderlande White Paper, Robotics sortation.

What is your dock scheduling costing you?
The hard + soft dollar savings of dock scheduling software

Trends Shaping Intralogistics in 2023
Challenges such as the current labor shortage and unprecedented consumer demands are among top concerns of warehouse managers. Here are some trends emerging from these challenges and which tools will become indispensable to warehouse processes in 2023 and beyond.

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ProMat Interview with Jim Lawton: Preparing now for what’s coming next
With a theme of “Touch the Future,” ProMat 2023 captured the focus for everyone at the show: what’s next and how can we get ready for it?

ForwardX Robotics offers chance to win a free fleet of robots
ForwardX Robotics (Booth N7352), a supplier of AMR-based assisted picking solutions worldwide, announced at ProMat it will giveaway a 10-AMR system to a lucky winner in the United States

OPEX demonstrates warehouse automation solutions and expertise
OPEX Corporation (Booth S2712), a leader in Next Generation Automation providing solutions for warehouse automation, will exhibit the company’s innovative warehouse automation systems at ProMat.

BlueBotics demonstrates the possibilities for AGV/AMR interoperability
BlueBotics (Booth N6715) will open new possibilities for advanced fleet management and interoperability during a multi-brand AGV/AMR fleet demonstration.

JLT Mobile Computers debuts updated forklift-mount computers and software dashboard
JLT Mobile Computers (Booth S3275) is highlighting the upgraded JLT6012 forklift-mount computers and JLT Insights software dashboard at ProMat 2023.


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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Materials Handling Robotics: The new world of heterogeneous robotic integration
In this Special Digital Edition, the editorial staff of Modern curates the best robotics coverage over the past year to help track the evolution of this piping hot market.
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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
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Warehousing Outlook 2023
Warehousing Outlook 2023
2023 is here, and so are new warehousing trends.
Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
Extend the Life of Brownfield Warehouses
Today’s robotic and data-driven automation systems can minimize disruptions and improve the life and productivity of warehouse operations.
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons
Download this white paper to learn more about how both systems compare.