Due to many underlying reasons, the ripple effect of material and product shortages is currently felt worldwide, all tracing back to the COVID-19 pandemic. While manufacturers, suppliers, and supply chains may have abruptly noticed the…
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Cloud computing is a popular practice involving the internet to store and manage your data on the internet. It is a cheaper and improved alternative to On-premises computing, seeing as you pay only for what you use, on top of that it gives way for less costly scale ups and reduces loss in a potential scale down.
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Automation in the supply chain is developing around us. Leveraging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotic process automation, optical character recognition and robotics to lower the operational cost of delivering a product or service…
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In this blog, we look at the key considerations for building a successful warehouse business in the future. Studying market trends and aligning them with operational strategies is critical. Factors such as geographic footprint, growth projections, process speed, flexibility, asset utilisation and operational costs are key to choosing warehousing solutions – whether outsourced, automated or managed by employees. The impact of e-commerce on workload and flexibility, as well as the shortage of skilled staff, is driving technological change. Smart glasses, voice solutions and technology-driven processes facilitate efficient operations. Standardisation, WMS/WES systems and pooling of resources further improve warehouse management. For more insights, follow us on LinkedIn or join our expert courses on warehousing.
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Starting with the technology (read “Automation”) perspective, which is in fact the one that formal successful career in warehouse and distribution. education does power, there are several parts to the answer: 1. How can young graduates get into this field? As “standard”, an education in automation engineering or electrical engineering is a straight ticket to
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This blog is the second in a two part series on Industry 4.0. It shows how Industry 4.0 is revolutionising warehouses with advanced technologies. Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) track assets, personnel and vehicles for greater efficiency and safety. Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) combine AI-driven optimisation with warehouse management and control systems. Robotics, paired with enhanced visibility, improve handling and transportation. The evolving automation landscape can be divided into three pillars: perfected, scalable Industry 4.0 and hybrid systems, all aimed at improving performance and decision-making while ensuring agility.
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This blog is the first in a two part series on Industry 4.0. It shows how Industry 4.0 is revolutionising warehouses with advanced technologies. Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) track assets, personnel and vehicles for greater efficiency and safety. Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) combine AI-driven optimisation with warehouse management and control systems. Robotics, paired with enhanced visibility, improve handling and transportation. The evolving automation landscape can be divided into three pillars: perfected, scalable Industry 4.0 and hybrid systems, all aimed at improving performance and decision-making while ensuring agility.
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At its simplest of definitions, supply chain management is all about planning. But if that is the essential truth of the industry, why were so many companies caught completely unaware and unprepared by the chain reaction of global shutdowns that began last March as the threat of COVID-19 raced around the world? Complacency is a
Coronavirus is a wake-up call for supply chain management, don’t hit the snooze button! Read More »
In this blog we look at the importance of experience and wisdom in the supply chain industry. While the prospect of getting older in the workplace can be daunting, it is important to recognise the unique value that experienced professionals bring. In a rapidly changing landscape where five different generations work together, these “grey-haired rock stars” can be the company’s Swiss Army knives, adapting to different needs, acting as mentors and championing innovative solutions. With their understanding of both industry culture and technological advancements, experienced individuals play a critical role in steering supply chain management towards efficiency and success.
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In this blog we delve into the power of storytelling to make supply chain training engaging. Traditional training is often not well received, but if you design it differently, you can spark interest. The Beer Game, a variation of supply chain training, uses a relatable context to effectively teach concepts such as collaboration and management. For millennia, people have learned through stories, as stories foster connections and trust and allow participants to become engrossed in the learning. When you add excitement and action, what is learned sticks in the mind and can be easily recalled over time.
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