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Retail’s Battle With Covid Actually Saved Its Stores

December 23, 2021

When COVID-19 erupted 21 months ago and upended retailers around the world, it looked like just another chapter in the sad story of an industry’s decline. The reality of the pandemic era, however, hasn’t played out that way.

Kalmar Launches Kalmar Tracker for Reach Stackers

December 20, 2021

SupplyChainBrain

Kalmar Inc., a provider of cargo handling services, has announced the launch of Kalmar Tracker, an automated container information solution for reach stackers designed to enable safer and more efficient management of container movements.

Amazon to Hold Off Warehouse Phone Ban ‘Until Further Notice’

December 19, 2021

Bloomberg

Amazon is backing off plans to ban cell phones in warehouses, allowing employees to keep their devices with them at work.

Amazon Tornado Aftermath: Workers Say They Lacked Emergency Training

December 17, 2021

Bloomberg

Days after the tornado toppled the warehouse’s 11-inch thick concrete walls, workers are questioning Amazon’s commitment to their safety.

As Staff Shortages Bite, Will We Welcome Robots?

December 16, 2021

Michel Spruijt, SCB Contributor

Once considered a disruption to the workforce, robots are increasingly being seen as a way to bolster it and keep it out of harm’s way.

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Watch: The Value of Automation in the Warehouse

December 16, 2021

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

Customers' e-commerce demands have exploded because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that has challenged B2B and B2C distribution center workforces, says Steve Simmerman, head of global alliances at Locus Robotics.

Five Ways Self-Driving Forklifts Can Provide a Competitive Edge

December 15, 2021

On-Demand Warehousing Helps Retailers Prep for the Holidays

December 15, 2021

Brad Wright, SCB Contributor

Short-term warehousing is one important option for helping retailers adapt to frequently changing logistical challenges.

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Watch: The Pandemic and the Flexible Warehousing Market

December 15, 2021

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

The pandemic has increased uncertainty in the warehousing, labor and transportation markets, says Stephen Beard, vice president of solutions at Flexe.

DHL Doubles Robots Because Humans Alone Can’t Handle Holiday Crunch

December 14, 2021

Bloomberg

Santa Claus is getting a bunch of help from robots this Christmas, as one of the world’s biggest supply chain firms rushed to add automation to its U.S. operations ahead of the holidays.

All Warehouse Services

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding warehousing and distribution systems and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in warehouse management systems (WMS), automation, robotics, RFID and order fulfillment are transforming the way companies do business — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of warehousing and distribution services.