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How Automation and Software are Solving Supply Chain Productivity Challenges
Listen in as Fortna CEO Rob McKeel explains how automation is tackling challenges and driving productivity in the supply chain. Executive editor Bob Trebilcock hosts.

We love research
I don’t have a tattoo, but if I were to consider one it might read: I love research.

Chamberlain Group Expands myQ Ecosystem with Launch of myQ Enterprise
myQ Enterprise Now Offers Intelligent Dock Management Solution

2024 Automation Study: How automation is transforming the warehousing landscape
Our annual Peerless Research Group (PRG) study tracks increased use of technology and automation in warehouses and distribution centers nationwide.

Measure and model motive power performance
Cloud-based software with metrics gleaned from connected chargers can reveal ways to optimize fleets and plan for the future.

Annual research shines light through the clouds
Our Annual Salary Survey brings us up to date on average compensation and bonus numbers, educational levels, and career aspirations of today’s materials handling professionals.

Four tech directions to shape distribution center (DC) performance
Yes, warehouse robotics are the biggest thing in automation, but they’re not the only tech to drive efficiencies. Orchestration software, better robot/human collaboration, and the application of computer vision to inventory accuracy all play a role in operational gains.


Warehouse execution systems (WES) stretches to encompass labor
Warehouse execution system software got its start by helping DC operations to balance the flow of work across various automated systems, with only WMS and WCS software in place to help. WES is breaking ground again, with solution providers talking about orchestration with labor resources, which stands to broaden its appeal.

Software usage survey: Spotlight on technology
Artificial intelligence may be the hot technology of the day. But it’s not alone. Our latest survey plots the trajectory of AI and other advanced technologies along with warehouse, transportation, labor and planning software. Here’s the rundown of where they stand in the plant and warehouse right now.

The pluses propelling cloud warehouse management systems (WMS)
The cloud-based subscription model for acquiring and running warehouse management system software has gained ground, but some misgivings persist. The model’s value propositions are evolving around factors like bypassing the need for big upgrade projects or offloading worries about tuning a WMS.

Future-proofing with warehouse management systems (WMS)
Coastal Pet Products finds new WMS integrated with ERP and voice solution improves inventory management, helps scale the business.

Designed Conveyor Systems
Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS) has 40 years of experience serving major clients in multiple industries by providing material handling, full-scale warehouse operations, and conveyor design solutions that are custom crafted for their needs.

The Keys to WMS Vendor Selection Success
In this webcast you will come away with the information and insight you need to develop the right process and make the right choice for your organization.

Software helps robots play nice
The latest robotics software trend is platforms that specialize in orchestrating interactions between different robotic systems and other “agents.” This multi-agent orchestration niche involves multiple players with varied approaches—but they all promise to smooth handoffs and speed up automation onboarding.


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2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
This research was conducted by Peerless Research Group on behalf of Modern Materials Handling to assess usage and purchase intentions forautomation systems...
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
How Your Storage Practices Can Affect Your Pest Control Program
Discover how your storage practices could be affecting your pest control program and how to prevent pest infestations in your business. Join...

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.