The Supply Chain Pros Guide to Warehouse Automation

If you work in the order fulfillment or materials handling industries, you know that automation is no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Over the past few decades, warehouse automation technologies, systems, and strategies have exploded, all promising to make your operation more competitive, less wasteful, and to drive profitability.

Supply Chain Management Review has gone so far as to say that, “Warehouse automation is one of the last areas where long term costs can be significantly reduced.” And with good reason – as a firm evolves and grows, operational improvements can boost efficiency, increase profits, and help meet customers growing demands for faster delivery.

But even if those types of promises are bold and warrant further investigation, with all hype and excitement about automation you may be wondering: if it is truly the right path for you and your operation?

In this ebook we discuss:

• Key benefits of implementing warehouse automation
• Operational optimization through automated solutions
• New technology-driven advancements such as AI, robotics, and AGVs that minimize repetitve tasks
• Understanding your current operation, goals, and limitations essential to plan an effective automation strategy
• Post-implementation maintainence regement