The Material Handling Blog

The Death of Brick and Mortar Retail…Not So Fast!

Greg Conner

June 29, 2017

Never in our lifetimes have we seen such as change in the retail supply chain. The traditional process of regional distribution centers shipping to brick and mortar stores has been significantly altered by online fulfillment from the likes of Amazon.com and an ever-growing list of online retailers.

A Review of the Distribution Automation Landscape in Mexico

Carlos Minjares

June 16, 2017

We all know and believe that automation is the future (and in some cases, the present), but what’s different for Mexico and LATAM (Latin America) in general? Why is it so difficult to take that first step to automate material handling processes in those countries?

Click and Collect: Stores Become Retail Distribution Centers

Greg Conner

March 17, 2017

Today’s retail stores are evolving, but what does the future hold? Could AGVs or augmented reality speed order picking and take fulfillment to the next level? In the future, will we ever have to go into a store again?

4 Benefits of Material Handling System Simulation

Tim Duket

March 08, 2017

Modern material handling systems employ increasingly complex hardware and software to optimize material flow and order fulfillment. As such, committing to a new design, or to modifications of an existing system, can become a daunting task. Learn how simulations can help.

Y tú ya has comprado por internet? Como estar preparado para el Boom del e-commerce en México

Roberto Zarur

January 16, 2017

Cada día vemos como están llegando nuevos servicios de comercio electrónico a los retailers que ya conocemos, así como nuevos jugadores. Esto porque todos quieren ser parte de los USD 3.2 B que representa e-retail, con un crecimiento del 15% sostenido. Leer: Preparación para el boom del e-commerce en México

The Whole 9 Yards on E-Commerce

Bastian Solutions

December 21, 2016

With an unprecedented ability to compare prices and shop around without ever leaving the house, more and more people are utilizing E-commerce. So how are successful E-commerce companies setting themselves apart? Read on to find out.

5 Passos para uma Implementação de Automação Logística bem Sucedida

Alexandre Araujo

December 09, 2016

O sucesso de uma solução de manuseio de materiais bem implementada depende de alguns passos importantes a seguir. Um bom manuseamento de materiais integrador siga estes passos para garantir que o projeto for bem sucedido, e que o cliente está satisfeito. Rear o artigo completo

How to Select and Optimize Cost Effective Material Handling Systems

Adam Cole

September 20, 2016

In any distribution or manufacturing operation, material must be moved from point A to point B. This movement is not free; so whether it is people, conveyors, or automated guided vehicles (AGVs) being used to transport goods, the cost to move material has a significant impact on a company’s bottom line.

5 Tips on Project Requirements Definition

Nancy Hauer

August 04, 2016

It would be nice if you could download the ideas for your next project to someone else, but today you have to define project requirements. That term is used often and everyone has a different idea of what constitutes a “requirement”.

How to Choose and Work with a Robotics Integrator

Matt Kohler

July 07, 2016

Choosing the proper integrator to partner with to accomplish an organization’s strategic goals for robotic automation is not a trivial task. Companies have several avenues that they explore when it comes to gathering information, soliciting bids, evaluating, and selecting an integration partner.

Buying Versus Leasing Industrial Equipment

Jason Nowak

April 20, 2016

When it comes to procuring industrial equipment, we have to look at what option is best for our companies. Many businesses often seek to save as much money as possible when it comes to acquiring this type of equipment. Some businesses have available capital to invest in purchasing new equipment, while others prefer leasing.

5 Ergonomic Products Employees Will Love

Sarah Fronczak

February 24, 2016

As we wrap up the month of love and get even farther into 2016, maybe you’re asking yourself, “What can I do for my employees to make 2016 even better for them?” One place to start is ergonomics.

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