Topic: Features

Despite the hype, drones have been slow to catch on in the supply chain. But some intriguing new use cases suggest the technology could be ready to break out inside the DC.

Our annual reader survey found a nearly 20% drop in respondents holding off on software investments compared to the previous year when readers were struggling through the early months of the pandemic. Our 2021 report shows strong interest in inventory and labor management capabilities.

Warehouse execution systems are all about orchestrating busy fulfillment centers in the here and now. Some WES solutions are moving into more predictive capabilities that simulate what is likely to play out in the near future, recommending actions. It’s all part of the fast-evolving WES solutions space.

With narrower aisle configurations on the rise due to warehouse capacity issues, reach truck ergonomics can help when it comes to productivity and safety.

Modern Material Handling sat down with Beth Flippo, Chief technology officer at Telegrid Technologies and Drone Express to discuss the company's space in the technology industry.

Today’s lift trucks and standup orderpickers are designed with ergonomics in mind, but new types of wearables are another means of reducing strains and risk of injury for operators.

As e-commerce exploded over the past year, so too did the need for narrow-aisle layouts and the trucks that can accommodate them.

Our editor sat down with Mr. Bowen to discuss his experience in the supply chain industry.

In Fort Worth, a leading distributor of automation controls turned to technology and automation to accelerate growth.

Better body mechanics. Less potential Covid exposure. Improved picking performance. Fewer injuries. Those are four of the benefits that wearables and warehouse software are bringing to people out on the DC floor.

This year’s list shows growth in a trying year, fueled by the e-commerce surge and a corresponding need to step up the automation of fulfillment centers.

You may only think of racks as a place to store product. But unpack rack safety, and it’s easy to see that it also has an impact on people and equipment in the warehouse.

Rugged, detachable tablets excel at off-vehicle scenarios, though the traditional vehicle-mount style remains popular, refreshed with Android and touchscreens.

Modern's editor sat down with Thomas Boykin, Supply Chain Specialist Leader at Deloitte Consulting to discuss the MHI Industry report and more.

This webinar will provide solutions to these warehouse challenges through improvements to your existing operations.

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Advancements in lift truck telematics and fleet software can help fleet managers keep a close eye on hours of use and task environment.

Modern Materials Handling sat down with Michael Romano, CEO at Bastian Solutions to talk about plans after retirement.

A New Jersey-based 3PL puts high levels of technology and automation to work in its e-commerce fulfillment operations. The showcase is a robotic solution for storage and goods-to-person picking.

As this level of accelerated innovation continues to evolve, we’re going to start seeing more System Reports like this month’s featuring Bergen Logistics , an operation benefiting from early robotics and automation investment.