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Robotic automation is fast becoming the preferred approach for businesses to transform their supply chain systems into a competitive advantage. With Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS), businesses can adopt and deploy robotic solutions in a worry-free and flexible manner. The focus on solutions rather than just equipment is driving up the demand for RaaS models that are best suited for the customer and…
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There’s no easy way to scale a traditional automated solution. They often demand significant space, leaving warehouses less adaptable in the future. So, what happens when a business, or the economy, changes? Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are a flexible and scalable solution compared to more rigid warehouse automation solutions. Download this white paper to discover how AMRs: Deliver a bigger…
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Global supply chain disruptions, port congestion, capacity shortages, increasing ocean freight rates and an ongoing pandemic have challenged shippers, ports, carriers and logistics providers during the past year. And now that we’re halfway through 2022, experts still estimate that the pressure on global supply chains will continue—and the light at the end of the tunnel is not to be expected…
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Labor challenges. Getting orders out the door on time. As a logistics manager, you know it’s tough enough to deal with those firestorms, let alone find time to focus on warehouse productivity. What can you do to even out that struggle? Logistics managers worldwide are making the move to automation, including autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to help them handle changing…
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No matter how much companies try to proactively predict and prepare for peak demand, it often isn’t enough, especially with the massive growth in eCommerce. As soon as the volume hits, companies inevitably fall back into a reactive state, trying to figure out which items are in demand and moving those products from reserve to active areas. At DHL Supply…
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Automating repetitive, turnover-prone tasks is a clear fix to shore up productivity in the face of a tight labor market… but what workflows should you delegate to robots to reap the greatest benefit? In this infographic we share our expert picks for your review - the seven best applications suited for automation.
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The reinforcements have finally arrived for eCommerce and omnichannel warehouse managers dealing with rising order volumes and shorter cycle times. As the most labor-intensive task in the warehouse, demand for each picking has been growing steadily while the labor available to manage that demand continues to shrink. That’s led supply chain partners to focus on innovative solutions that address the…
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Ever-evolving technology is transforming supply chain operations at a rapid pace. At DHL Supply Chain, we work closely with established and emerging technology companies and apply a proven, systematic approach to evaluate and implement innovative solutions. Below are five supply chain technologies that are primed to deliver value for our customers in 2022. 1.) Indoor Robotic Transport Our forklifts drive…
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Leasing lift trucks has clear benefits, from preserving cash to saving yourself the long-term hassle of growing maintenance demands. But if you don’t read the fine print, a seemingly low-price lease may cost you more than you bargained for. Discover how you can avoid expensive surprises and save time and money by: Knowing which hidden fees to watch out for…
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Warehouses are increasingly using robotic lift trucks to improve productivity. Seasoned managers might be inclined to assume that such significant efficiency gains must come at a steep price, but the truth is that robotic lift trucks actually help lower operating costs. While investing in automation can seem like a large expense upfront, a combination of labor, maintenance and equipment savings…
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Distribution, warehousing, and manufacturing operations have permanently changed over the last 2 years. Managing risk and maintaining assurance of both supply and the continuity of profitable operations have become more vital and complex in a world where nothing is certain. Labor concerns create a major impediment to previously taken-for-granted objectives. Consumer demand has intensified and at the same time drastically…
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With supply chains still reeling from myriad disruptions at the start of the 2020s, the pressure to maximize efficiency and control costs is intense. But while businesses find their footing, manufacturing and heavy-duty industries in particular are facing an even greater time of transition. Government emissions targets, labor challenges and the continued advance of data and automation are changing how…
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Robotic lift trucks can not only increase your operation’s efficiency and productivity – they can also help your bottom line. But how? Discover answers to some of the most commonly asked questions like: How much can robotic lift trucks help cut operating costs? How long might it take to achieve ROI? Can robotic lift trucks fully replace employees?
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Integrated Supply Network (ISN) has become the nation’s largest independent automotive tool and equipment distributor serving resellers and professional DIYers throughout North America and the United Kingdom. Having worked with Körber Supply Chain’s WMS successfully over the past ten years, ISN turned to Körber and its autonomous mobile robot (AMR) partner, Locus Robotics, to drive continued improvements throughout the warehouse.…
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J ust-in-time manufacturing depends on supply chains operating at the highest-levels of precision possible. Materials arrive on-site just before manufacturing commences, enabling production operations to stay lean and squeeze maximum output out of available space, but leaving little slack time or margin for error. This paradigm pressures each piece of the supply chain to hold up its end of the…
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