Business Automation and Software Blog

Why Robotics and Warehouse Automation Still Need Their Human Colleagues

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Apr 22, 2020 @ 11:00 AM

Robots aren’t new to supply chains. The first industrial robot was produced in 1956 and could move material approximately 12 feet. Next generation robots were relegated to industrial manufacturing, as they weren’t safe for people to be around while in use. Today, we’ve progressed from giant robotic arms to small robotics that move material across warehouses and even sort a variety of products.

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Topics: warehouse automation

3 Benefits of Mobile Warehouse Automation

Posted by Robert Baran on Wed, Sep 07, 2016 @ 11:00 AM

Warehouse automation is a key driver for cutting costs and improving profitability. If you haven’t automated your warehouse, now is the time to consider doing so. If you have implemented automation and a warehouse management system, you can find even greater advantages by bringing mobility to your warehouse.

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Topics: Sage 300, WMS, warehouse automation, SYSPRO

Increase Your Warehouse Automation by Going Paperless

Posted by Robert Baran on Thu, Feb 11, 2016 @ 11:00 AM

Manufacturers and distributors are always looking for ways to lower costs and improve productivity in the warehouse. You have probably implemented some level of warehouse automation, but have you eliminated paper processes completely? If not, 2016 should be the year you go paperless. As mobile technology and warehouse management systems capabilities have advanced, eliminating paper is easier and more cost-effective than ever. Not only does paperless warehouse automation save a substantial amount of time, but it also improves order accuracy.

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Topics: warehouse automation