In the relentless hustle of the e-commerce world, staying ahead means keeping up with trends and creating and capitalizing on new opportunities. Today’s most ground-breaking innovations lie in state-of-the-art warehouses and the algorithms and automated systems that drive them. Artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from a buzzword to a strategic …
The Evolution of Automated Storage Systems: What’s Next?
In the fast-moving world of logistics, the evolution of automated storage systems (AS) is a significant step into the future and an indispensable leap in the present tense. Warehousing and fulfillment have come a long way from the days of manual labor and basic shelving. In this article, we’ll explore …
Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Automated Solutions
Global supply chains are more interconnected and complex than disruptions, and disruptions have become a typical challenge with the potential to cause significant operational and financial setbacks. From natural disasters and pandemics to trade wars and transportation bottlenecks, supply chains have vast risks. However, amidst these challenges, technology offers a …
The Role of AI in Predictive Maintenance for Automated Warehousing
In the swiftly changing world of logistics and supply chain management, the advent of automated warehousing stands as a transformative force, offering unmatched efficiency, speed, and dependability in handling inventory. However, the backbone of these high-tech warehouses—complex machinery and robotic systems—requires meticulous maintenance to avoid unexpected breakdowns that can lead …
MSI Automate Excites Industry with Showcase at MODEX 2024 and In-Booth Happy Hour Celebration
MSI Automate debuts at MODEX 2024, showcasing automation solutions for supply chains. Visit booth B824 and join our happy hour on March 11th and 12th. SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MSI Automate, a leading provider of cutting-edge automation solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation in MODEX 2024, the premier …
In-Store Micro-Fulfillment for Global Home Goods Retailer
Here’s a first look at a new in-store micro-fulfillment system we designed for a global home goods retailer. It’s the company’s first in-store automation/micro-fulfillment operation in North America. The client wanted to find a way to utilize its store space to improve its customers’ shopping experience through enhanced processing of …
Why the Status Quo Won’t Cut It in Today’s Fulfillment Market
Given the seismic shift in retail competition and the accompanying transformation in consumer expectations that has arisen as a result over the past years, the pressure on retailers to dramatically enhance order fulfillment capabilities is palpable. But while many retailers are addressing these challenges by investing in new and more …
The Ironic Twist of “Proven” Technology
When it comes to warehouse automation, do you favor new technology or “proven” technology for your operation? Understandably, a lot of people lean toward “proven” technology as emerging technology is by nature unproven. Making the leap to robotics technology in a fulfillment or distribution operation, for example, raises all sorts …
Sure We Sell Robotics. But Robotics Isn’t What We Sell.
If you’re thinking about making the leap to emerging technology, but are unsure how or where to begin, here’s a good question to ask of any would-be robotics providers you encounter: What do you sell? It seems like an obvious and even unnecessary question, but the answer you get will …
How to Develop a Strategic Plan for Transitioning to Emerging Technology
Thinking about transitioning to emerging technology, but unsure about how and where to begin the process of incorporating robotics into your operation? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, at MODEX in late March of this year, there were close to 90 attendees to an educational seminar we put on …