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Robotics

MANY SHEETS OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL ARE STACKED IN A WAREHOUSE, A BLURRED YELLOW ROBOT MOVING DOWN THE AISLE BETWEEN THEM
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How Industry 4.0 is Interwoven into Modern Warehouse Design

January 4, 2024
Rich Trahey, SCB Contributor

It's hard to predict what a warehouse will look like in ten years. But there are several key considerations that can help guide you toward a successful floor design


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MANY SHEETS OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL ARE STACKED IN A WAREHOUSE, A BLURRED YELLOW ROBOT MOVING DOWN THE AISLE BETWEEN THEM
THINK TANK

Keys to Designing and Building Automation Projects

December 12, 2023
David Spence, SCB Contributor

General contractors must embrace their new role as technology experts to better help clients navigate how and when to best utilize innovations of today.


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ROBOTIC ARMS ARE ASSEMBLING A CAR ON AN ASSEMBLY LINE.
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How Manufacturers Benefit from Automation-as-a-Service

December 8, 2023
Dijam Panigrahi, SCB Contributor

Combined with AI & AR/VR, AaaS streamlines operations, reduces costs, and increases productivity.


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THINK TANK

Transforming Supply Chains for the World’s Largest Retailers

December 7, 2023
Jeff Bornino, SCB Contributor

Retailers that embark on supply chain transformation are well-positioned to confront challenges and stay competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.


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TWO WAREHOUSE WORKERS STANDING NEXT TO EACH OTHER ARE EXAMINING A CLIPBOARD.
THINK TANK

How to Reduce Warehouse Picking Errors

November 30, 2023
James Beale, SCB Contributor

Picking errors are common at the best of times, but they can be a particular issue when it comes to recruiting new and inexperienced workers.


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WORKERS IN HI-VIS VESTS DISCUSS A SHEET OF PLANS IN THE MIDST OF CONSTRUCTION IN A WAREHOUSE SPACE.
SCB FEATURE

Lessons From the First Wave of Warehouse Automation

November 29, 2023
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

There’s likely to be a “second wave” of automating warehouses as retailers adapt to the new world of e-commerce, along with the latest technology. What are the lessons learned?



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Watch: How to Know If You're Ready to Automate Your Warehouse

November 29, 2023
Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Automating a warehouse can take up to three years, so it’s good to take into account all the many factors involved and how long they will take to implement, says Michael Fiorito, senior sales executive at Exotec.


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UPS LABELED TRACTOR TRAILERS ARE LINED UP OUTSIDE OF A WAREHOUSE WITH THE UPS LOGO ON IT.

Robots to Outnumber People at UPS’s Massive New Warehouse

November 16, 2023
Bloomberg

The package-handling giant plans to fill the $79 million facility with more than 3,000 robots by 2024 to handle tasks like lifting, reducing the need for manual labor.


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A WAREHOUSE WITH THE AMAZON FULFILLMENT LOGO ON TOP OF IT SITS UNDER A CLOUDY SKY."

Amazon Says New Robotics Tools Improve Safety, Speed Up Deliveries

November 3, 2023
SupplyChainBrain

The new technologies, dubbed Sequoia and Digit, are already operating at one of the company’s fulfillment centers in Houston, Texas.


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SPECIAL REPORT

Robots to the Rescue: Creating a Flexible Supply Chain

October 25, 2023
Sponsored by Exotec

Robots offer a perfect solution to market changes, as they can be added or taken away as needs require.


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Robotics

The latest news, analysis, trends and tools for automation and robotics for warehousing and distribution. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies that use cameras, radios, sensors and digital maps to find and sort merchandise are transforming the way warehouses and distribution centers operate — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of automation and robotics in the warehouse.

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