Topic: Warehouse Operations

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2023 Warehouse/DC Operations Survey: Automating while upping performance

November 8, 2023 · This year’s survey found increasing levels of use for various automation and software technologies, while technology budgets held fairly steady. However, operations face continued challenges around labor scarcity, inadequate warehouse space, and the pressure to perform in line with customer expectations.

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Survey: Warehouse workers see value in tech that helps them do their jobs

June 29, 2022 · Lucas Systems' new ‘Voice of the Warehouse Worker’ study found that nearly 3 out of 4 (74%) on-floor workers said they would consider a pay cut at another company for an opportunity to use technology if it helps them in their job.

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Think Outside the Cart: How AMRs Optimize Warehouse Fulfillment

May 2, 2019 · The exponentially growing demand for ecommerce, next-day shipping, special handling and a shrinking labor pool is putting significant pressure on fulfillment warehouses to deliver orders faster and more efficiently. To meet this challenge, 3PLs and retailers need to think outside of the traditional cart. Learn why many are turning to automation and robotics as a must-have to meet theses challenge – now and in the future.

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Automate 2026: Forklifts, physical AI, vision systems and more from day three in Chicago
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