Are unsustainable order fulfillment models having a detrimental impact on the retail logistics sector? We recently attended UK Warehousing Association’s (UKWA) annual conference and it was extremely evident that this could be a reality the sector is facing. It’s no secret that customer demands often...
From robotic storage shuttles, hands-free scanning equipment and automated packaging solutions, to the endless supply of free giveaways, last week’s IntraLogisteX was a hive of activity, which promised (and delivered) the very latest in supply chain technology. If you attended, you will likely have seen our...
Gatwick Airport last week announced it is introducing a trial of valet-parking robots to increase the number of cars it can hold in its car parks. As the development of robotic technology accelerates, we take a closer look with our AGV expert Jens Roevens at...
Despite the fact that Christmas shopping has now finished, the challenges facing retailers from the peak season haven’t ended just yet. There is still a large job to do to manage the growing trend of returns, making sure that customers receive a hassle-free process and...
Business students from Barnsley College got to experience virtual reality first hand when our Technical Sales Manager Chris Roberts paid them a visit recently. Chris, spoke to the students about the warehouse automation and software solutions that we provide for retail and eCommerce businesses. He explained...
Warehouses and logistics companies are continually racing against the clock to meet deadlines to deliver goods faster and at lower cost. Staying competitive in the current market is key. As a result, many businesses are looking at ways to improve productivity and speed in the...
Having made it through the prime shopping weekend, UK retailers may not be breathing a sigh of relief just yet as the expectation is that it will cost them £362million* in returns. We recently asked a number of retailers about increasing returns and they stated that...
In the summer of this year Pets at Home, the UK's largest retailer of pets supplies signed a deal with us to implement a £2.5million automation project. We recently attended the Internet Retailing Conference with Simon Hayward, Senior Project Manager at Pets at Home, where...
In a world where AI powered robots are becoming a driving force in warehouse operations; the impact of technological innovations on intralogistics has never been more prevalent. This combined with ever-increasing customer expectations, creates a logistical minefield for many businesses. This is where system integrators...
Our team has expanded with the announcement of three new appointments. Ian Cumming has been appointed Operations Director, bringing with him over 30 years’ experience in the mechanical and electrical systems integration industry. Ian joins the team after 22 years working for global technology company, Siemens. He...