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Boscov’s: Speed regained in retail distribution
May 7, 2024
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.
Parcel handling on the move
May 6, 2024
Between the variety of packages and heavy volumes, parcel handling can be daunting. However, it’s manageable—especially with the help of automation.
C-Suite Interview with Frank Jewell of Datex, Leading the Way in the Material Handling Industry
April 10, 2024
MODEX 2024 is a leading indicator of good things to come in the material handling and supply chain industries.
Give your warehouse management systems (WMS) a boost
April 10, 2024
New types of third-party software solutions can enhance WMS in many ways, including gains in inventory accuracy, better tools for creating workflows and user interfaces for task execution, and simplified integration with mobile robots and other forms of automation.
Learn from lift truck service history
April 9, 2024
How capturing data about service events drives a virtuous circle back to operator coaching opportunities and better-informed equipment choices.
How Automation and Software are Solving Supply Chain Productivity Challenges
March 21, 2024
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
March 5, 2024
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
February 15, 2024
myQ Enterprise Now Offers Intelligent Dock Management Solution
2024 Automation Study: How automation is transforming the warehousing landscape
February 5, 2024
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
January 15, 2024
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
November 7, 2023
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
November 7, 2023
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
October 1, 2023
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
July 11, 2023
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.