Topic: Warehouse

Hundreds of senior decision makers in healthcare, robotics, and other industries report damaging COVID-19 impact, focus on digital transformation, and emphasis on building supply chain resilience through agility

Judges stated the "compact, multi-directional forklift truck is characterized by its extraordinary maneuverability and high traction as well as emission-free operation."

May 2020 shipments increased 7.4% compared to April 2020 billed sales.

Sustainability initiatives must also make good business sense.

Pack Expo International and Healthcare Packaging Expo will happen this year, either as a physical event with a virtual component, or an entirely virtual event for those who wish to participate.

The Institute of Caster and Wheel Manufacturers (ICWM) Industry Group of MHI announced two updates.

The virtual SUMMIT replaces the in-person event initially scheduled for the same dates in Cleveland, OH, home to WiM and the site of the organization’s first annual conference.

Former North American president and CEO of the Kion Group is an industry veteran with expertise in supply chain logistics.

Join MMH & MH247 this week and learn about automation, robotics, software and mobility and how they enable warehouse/DC operations to fully recover and stay ahead of the competition during this pandemic.

New product bundle combines Ivanti's Android software, ProGlove’s display and a Samsung Galaxy to enhance performance of essential warehouse workers.

n a report, entitled “The Changing Flow of International Trade: Impact on Global Supply Chains & Industrial Real Estate,” explained that the need for United States shippers to spread out sourcing and manufacturing outside of China is being heightened by rising labor costs in China and ongoing trade conflicts, adding that diversifying supply chains throughout Asia, in what it called a multi-country strategy, or “China Plus One,” to “reduce supply chain dependency on China alone” is a strong approach.

New recycled plastic material from coastline waste broadens sustainable packaging product line

Reduced consumer demand, lower import levels, heavy job losses, the ongoing United States-China trade war, and overall economic unease suggest the 2020 peak season will be anything but normal.

Purchase expands cloud portfolio and European footprint in the food and feverage ERP market.

At one point, it was all about dimensioning boxes for shipment. But e-commerce changed that as DCs needed to dimension what was going in the box. Doing that requires a new set of capabilities.

As part of the automation evolution, it is key to create an operating environment that combines excellent technology with an engaged and motivated workforce.

Manufacturers need to focus on retaining customers, which will require adapting business models to meet changing customer needs and behaviors in the post-Covid-19 world.

Rankings reflect excellence in three specific areas: industry value, program scope and program size.

Unprepared distribution centers will struggle to meet consumer expectations in what is expected to be a make-or-break buying season.

No matter the current economic conditions, efficiency, quick deployment, and getting the most ROI will remain top priorities for those considering robotics and automation.