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AI Agent Trained with Supply Chain Expertise

Posted on by David Priestman

Rufus Labs, Inc has launched Rufus AI, an AI tool powered by wearable technology, designed to optimize warehouse productivity. Rufus AI empowers warehouse operations managers to make data driven predictions enhancing operational efficiency, increasing productivity and boosting profitability for warehouses.

Rufus AI is a natural extension of Rufus Labs’ WorkHero dashboard. The dashboard presents real-time and historical data from multiple sources in the warehouse. Using Rufus AI, warehouse management can now interpret this data to enhance decision making capabilities, offering predictive analytics that will improve the day-to-day operational running of the warehouse.

“AI has the potential to significantly benefit the supply chain sector,” said Gabe Grifoni, CEO of Rufus Labs. “At Rufus Labs, we’re committed to empowering our customers with valuable data. Now, with Rufus AI integrated into the WorkHero dashboard, the tool instantly and intelligently analyzes and interprets that data. It’s as if we’ve installed a Data Analyst in every warehouse.”

Using the power of Generative AI, combined with Rufus Labs’ experience and expertise in the supply chain, Rufus AI helps optimize peak planning, manage labor requirements and streamline overall warehouse efficiency.

“We spoke with customers about their data, and this is the tool they were crying out for,” continued Grifoni. “We have already doubled warehouse productivity with Rufus WorkHero, but we wanted to go one step further. With Rufus AI we have deployed a tool that enables our warehouse customers to make predictions that are tailored to their business needs and warehouse operations. This will allow the whole supply chain to become even more efficient.”

“In the short time we have been using Rufus AI it has already been a game changer for us,” said Derrick Vanover, Director of IT, BR Williams Trucking, who has been beta testing the innovative solution. “Thanks to Rufus we’ve always had access to the data we needed, but now we have a tool that can process this information for us in seconds and present it in multiple board-friendly formats. This provides us with the ability to convey critical insights clearly and effectively to our leadership team and make forward-looking decisions.”

Rufus AI is powered by OpenAI’s advanced ChatGPT4 technology. In collaboration with Heft IQ, specialists in AI-driven, supply chain analytics, Rufus Labs has harnessed its extensive industry experience to deploy the first specialized, generative AI tool designed specifically for warehouse barcode scanning technology.

“Rufus AI is a great tool and we’re proud of our involvement in it. We create advanced tools for decision making in the supply chain and logistics sector and working with Rufus Labs on Rufus AI felt like a natural extension of that,” said Learie Hercules, CEO at Heft IQ. “Rufus AI creates a big shift in how warehouses can use their own data to improve their business decision making.”

Rufus AI analyzes the user’s individual data from their warehouses, to offer incredibly powerful predictions and recommendations. Users access Rufus AI through a generative AI interface, using typed questions and prompts or voice requests.

“AI represents the future of industry and can deliver so many benefits,” said Grifoni. “We have now brought this advanced functionality into the supply chain, and we’re excited to see the massive advantages it will deliver.”

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How is the ‘Uberisation’ of Warehouses Changing Supply Chains?

Posted on by Keith McKinley

Warehouse ‘uberisation’ is changing supply chain, writes Steve O’Keeffe (pictured below), Regional Vice President of UK&I, Epicor.

We live in an ‘on-demand’ economy. Amazon’s ‘Last Mile’ logistics model, as well as platforms like Uber, Airbnb and a whole host of others, has led consumers to expect near-instantaneous delivery of products and services. This has set high standards across industries, compelling businesses to rethink their supply chain strategies to keep up. The nature of this ‘on-demand’ paradigm, alongside the growing trend towards the ‘uberisation’ of warehouses, is drastically reshaping the supply chain landscape. This shift involves converting underused spaces into strategically located micro-warehouses, bringing products closer to customers.

By decentralising their warehousing network and integrating these localised storage facilities, companies have reduced delivery times and improved customer satisfaction. But why are local warehouses important?

Local warehouses have become crucial in the modern supply chain. Unlike large, centralised warehouses that serve broad geographic areas, these facilities can be situated closer to urban centres and densely populated regions. This proximity allows for quicker last-mile deliveries, which are often the most time-consuming and expensive part of the delivery process, a hallmark of Amazon’s renowned efficiency. Local warehouses play a vital role in the modern supply chain, not just for their geographic location but also for their versatility. They can be established in diverse types of locations, such as garages, unused office spaces, and even within retail shops, maximising space and reducing overhead costs.

Challenges for Business Leaders

While the uberisation of warehouses offers many advantages, it also presents challenges for supply chain managers. Ensuring security and safety within these unconventional storage spaces is essential, necessitating investment in robust security systems and insurance policies to protect against theft, fire, damp, and structural damages. This is crucial for safeguarding inventory and maintaining customer trust.

Steve O’Keeffe

The fragmentation of the warehousing network also requires careful coordination and integration between each element of the supply chain to prevent disruptions and inefficiencies, demanding a strategic logistics approach, where technology is vital for providing visibility.

The Role of Technology

Technology is the lynchpin in modern warehousing. Advanced warehouse management systems and real-time tracking technologies enable businesses to maintain precise oversight of inventory across multiple locations. These systems enhance visibility, allowing for rapid decision-making and agile response to market demands. The integration of IoT and AI also unlocks huge potential. IoT devices can monitor the warehouse environment, ensuring ideal storage conditions and reducing the risk of damage to goods, while AI algorithms can analyse vast amounts of data to optimise routing, predict demand, and streamline operations. Businesses must adopt scalable and flexible technological solutions to remain competitive in this dynamic environment. The ability to quickly adapt is critical.

Speed and Convenience

The uberisation of warehouses represents a transformative shift in the supply chain landscape, driven by the need to meet rising consumer expectations for speed and convenience. While this model brings strategic advantages, it also presents challenges in security, coordination, and tech integration. However, with a solid tech-savvy strategy, businesses can thrive in this new landscape, staying resilient and competitive. The future of warehousing is clear: tech-driven, decentralised, and ultra-responsive to today’s consumer needs.

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Olympic Fencing Supplier Transforms Warehousing

Posted on by Keith McKinley

Leon Paul, one of the world’s premier fencing equipment manufacturers, has transformed its warehousing and logistic operations and driven significant growth following its adoption of Forterro’s ERP and Warehouse Management Solution, Orderwise.

The 100-year-old family-run business produces and distributes 90% of its products from its London manufacturing and warehousing facility and had previously relied on a paper-based system. This was highly inefficient and resulted in a warehouse environment best described as ‘chaos’ and an estimated £150,000 wastage every year in lost time and products, according to James Fay, Commercial Director, Leon Paul:

“We had no control of ordering from stock to delivery, no barcoding technology in the warehouse, no form of KPIs to manage our performance. We couldn’t vet orders properly and weren’t even sure if products were being sent to the right places,” he said. “Morale was low amongst staff because they felt they couldn’t do their jobs to the best of their ability, and we were wasting money, time and products hand over fist. We were known for the quality of our fencing equipment, but our warehousing was far from Olympic standard. Orderwise was cost-effective and scalable, and it was actually recommended to me by a competitor, so it felt like the best fit for us right from the off.”

Since implementing Orderwise, Leon Paul has been able to automate many processes and see vast efficiency improvements. It has eased pressure on employees, improved order management and customer service, and delivered a ten-fold increase in order processing. Order shipping time went from an average of nine days to less than one day.

In a complex manufacturing environment — Leon Paul makes more than 3,000 SKUs, which can then become any one of 98,000 SKUs — Orderwise has become integral. It allows the business to make quick and informed decisions, and it has meant that when the company turned over £3.5m, there were seven people in the warehouse, whereas in 2024 (turnover of £10m), there are five.

Leon Paul has more than 75% of the UK market — including supplying the entire Team GB Olympic fencing team — and recently won the 2024 Kings Award for Enterprise in Innovation and Export, strengthening its recent strategy of focusing mostly on exports.

“To further our global growth plans, we needed a modern warehouse and an ERP system to support our e-commerce engine, ensuring our customers all over the world get the right product in good time,” continued James Fay. “Orderwise has done exactly that and more. Our global agents are also connected to it, and we now all have the information to make smarter, data-based decisions about the business.”

Orderwise is an ERP solution that provides wholesalers, distributors, retailers and manufacturers with a platform for growth. It was initially deployed by Leon Paul in operational logistics, sales, and customer service, followed by accounts, and is currently being implemented in the manufacturing plant.

“Leon Paul is an iconic UK manufacturer, rightly celebrated for its quality, longevity and commitment to fencing,” said Jon Roberts, Director, Forterro. “Our ERP solutions are all designed with specific industries in mind, and we are very proud that Orderwise has played a role in Leon Paul’s success.”

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WITRON’s Software Interface Offensive

Posted on by David Priestman

A new generation of software interfaces is moving into logistics centres. A few months ago, WITRON launched its interface offensive – architecturally, in the UX process, and in visualization.

WITRON designs, implements, and operates highly dynamic distribution centres for retailers in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although the cost-efficiency and output of an overall system are, of course, always of primary importance, software Events interfaces are often the ‘moment of truth’ in a customer relationship for Dr. Stefan Bauer. For several years, he has been responsible for the software interface change project at the internationally successful family enterprise from Parkstein in Bavaria, Germany.

“With the interfaces, the customer experiences how user-friendly the software finally is”, explains Bauer who has taken WITRON’s interfaces to a new level together with his team. The task for him and his team was to establish browser-based applications in the WITRON system world. A big step for the intralogistics specialist. “We were increasingly faced with customer requests to address this topic. Software is changing. The demands from the consumer world are high. Customer requirements are also changing in terms of interfaces. Office products are no longer the benchmark. Mobile applications and web technologies are the standard.

“We can scale the interfaces dynamically and also offer the corresponding modern hosting options from On-Premise, Data-Center to Hyperscaler. And today in particular, this is an expectation that is very important, even for warehouse software”, explains Bauer. “Because state-of-the-art user software is defined by a wide range of criteria: a high level of functionality, stability, clarity, simplicity, performance, customized for the respective user in their specific work area.”

Pilot project: Browser-based WMS for customers from the healthcare sector

The Upper Palatinate-based company started from theory into practice with a North American customer from the healthcare sector. “We migrated a complete WMS to a browser-based application, which is being launched at more than 40 sites. Browser-based interfaces support different protocols on all end devices”, says Stefan Bauer. The transition to browser-based interfaces was complex and required close cooperation with technology partners such as Microsoft and Oracle. “We have not only adapted and enhanced our own framework such as MIS, but also re-designed the workstation dialogs”, emphasized Stefan Bauer.

New developer generation

The team implemented new tools based on a JavaScript program library to allow the development of flexible and scalable interfaces. The application is intuitive and always allows quick adjustments. WITRON uses this technology also for workstation dialogs. The application, a modern IT environment, is designed to make workplaces more attractive – for WITRON’s and the customers’ employees. A decisive differentiating criterion in today’s work environment. “In this project, we involve young developers, experienced web developers, and senior developers who have internalized the business processes. The result speaks for itself, a completely new dialog world that customers are familiar with from their daily business.” Bauer’s goal: An individualized customer interface without having to upgrade the hardware behind it.

Roadmap as the basis for further development

However, the change process for WITRON does not end with the completion and acceptance of the new software. “Another important step is software maintenance and permanent enhancement in close cooperation with the customer”, says Bauer. “The software maintenance process is defined on the basis of a service contract and implemented with the customer using a roadmap.”

While Bauer and his colleagues are responsible for the architecture, Dominik Simbeck makes the interfaces ‘pretty’. Simbeck grimaces. He doesn’t want to leave it at that. “User experience and usability is more than just applying corporate CI colors to the HMI. It’s not about making it look pretty, it’s more about efficiency and avoiding complexity”, he emphasizes. In recent months, he and his team have established a UX process in the company. The process is based on a classic design thinking approach. The goal is to identify user needs at an early stage and optimize processes accordingly. This begins with the theoretical design of the processes, followed by the creation of wireframes and iterative tests with end users. The process leads to the development of a UI prototype, which is then transmitted to the software developers. This approach allows to continuously improve the user interfaces and adapt them to the users’ needs. The migration to browser-based interfaces also required organizational adjustments at WITRON. A specialized UX team was formed to focus exclusively on optimizing the user experience. A consistent design system was introduced to ensure the quality and consistency of the interfaces. These measures do not only facilitate the development of new applications, but also improve the maintainability and enhancement of existing systems – both technologically and functionally

“Requirements change, there are new innovations from WITRON, and also the customer business changes. So, we have to keep pace with that. That’s why the UX topic is now also part of the production development process and a key driver behind the UI development. UX and user interface design in the industry sector is different to the consumer market”, emphasizes the specialist. One of the major challenges is adapting UX strategies to the specific requirements of industrial environments. For example, touch panels used in the frozen food environment at minus 26 degrees Celsius must also be operable with gloves and therefore require a different design than typical consumer tablets. The colour schemes and contrasts must also be adapted to the lighting conditions in warehouses.

Process stability and costs

The most important project for Dominik Simbeck’s team in recent months was the migration of the WITRON Warehouse Management System to a browser-based application as part of a project for a North American food retailer. This migration was not only driven by technology, but also offered the opportunity to fundamentally revise and optimize the user interfaces. “We were able to integrate user feedback directly into the optimization process. This approach enables us to identify specific potential for improvement, particularly in the area of data maintenance and master data registration.” Close cooperation with customers is an essential part of the UX process at WITRON. Dominik Simbeck’s team sent UX experts to customers to monitor and analyze current workflows and user interactions. “Specific pain points are identified through interviews and direct monitoring. This information flows into the optimization of the user interfaces to ensure intuitive and efficient use”, explains Dominik Simbeck. The customer was delighted. “Our team received a thank you letter from the employees, which doesn’t happen very often in the UX sector.”

And how does he measure the success of a good UX? “At WITRON, the success of the user interfaces is evaluated both through subjective user feedback and objective measurements. This involves observing how quickly and effectively the new interfaces are adapted and whether they lead to a reduction in operating errors and support requests.” Dominik Simbeck emphasizes that a good UX process has numerous advantages – for the customer and for WITRON. “The higher process stability in the system results in better availability, more efficiency, and higher output. The result is a reduction in hardware costs, a lower need for service staff, and considerable time savings – and last but not least – it creates attractive jobs for logistics employees.”

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Supply Chain Software Survey

Posted on by David Priestman

Be a catalyst for change – take part in Körber’s new Supply Chain Software Survey.

The supply chain landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace – and with increasing complexity. As a leader in supply chain solutions, Körber is committed to steering customers effectively through these challenges. Curious about what’s next for the supply chain industry? Your perspective is the key to unlocking what’s next.

Share your insights on emerging trends, AI integration and sustainability initiatives in Körber’s Supply Chain Software Survey – and set the future direction of logistics.

Körber is conducting a short survey to gather key insights from industry professionals. Your expertise is invaluable in understanding the current challenges and opportunities within this sector.

 

This survey will explore:

– The key operational challenges you face, such as demand fluctuations and technological change
– Your investment plans in areas like AI technologies, robotics and sustainability
– Your adoption of optimization technologies, from autonomous mobile robots to warehouse management systems
– Your input will not only help us enhance our solutions, but also provide a clearer picture of where your peers – and the industry as a whole – are headed.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by clicking the button below: Take the survey.

Rest assured, all responses are anonymous. Thank you for taking part.

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Ensure EWM Changes aren’t the Weak Link in your Supply Chain

Posted on by Keith McKinley

EWM changes should not make your supply chain weak, writes Barry Green (pictured below), Global Product Manager at Basis Technologies.

Business supply chains are a complex web of operations, and at each critical connection sits a warehouse. Responsible for the smooth delivery of products, warehouse managers shoulder an immense amount of pressure, and it’s easy to see why. Even the most diligent managers or businesses that have perfected ‘just in time’ production and delivery, still face huge financial and reputational risks should one cog in the warehouse wheel stop turning.

As the heart and brain of the warehouse, SAP’s widely used Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) has played a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly. However, the industry is witnessing a perfect storm. Businesses are making an increased number of changes to EWM to further tailor the system to their unique requirements. The trouble is, managing change within such a complex, interconnected system poses a significant risk to the business if it goes wrong.

System disruption can result in costly delays, transport to and from the warehouse being held up, production lines falling behind and the end-customer suffering. Also, if a warehouse goes down, the business cannot meet their SLAs, causing customers to seek out alternatives they deem more reliable. It all adds up.

Where it can go wrong

There are two factors that can trigger challenges within EWM; the fact that the system requires layers of granular customisation, and that the infrastructure is connected to hundreds of other areas of the warehouse and the wider SAP estate.

EWM – not one size fits all

Every business has unique warehouse management requirements which need high levels of customisation in an already complex system. At the same time, each customisation brings an extra level of risk to the wider infrastructure; even the smallest change can have a detrimental impact on the entire supply chain.

EWM needs to be customised to align with the business’ specific needs, yet without visibility of the bigger picture when making changes, EWM managers are left with no insight into the potential chain reaction that could be set off by one change.

EWM – it is not an island

EWM is usually interconnected and highly dependent on multiple integrations, like with transport management – which handles processes including transport orders, incomings and outgoings, and wave processing. As soon as an instruction leaves EWM, data is sent to the transport management system, which is also connected to other areas, such as SAP’s Logistics Business Network.

Granular insights into the entities along the chain maintaining smooth operations and avoiding unnecessary delays. However, a single change has the potential to bring it all crashing down.

An impossible decision

EWM managers are stuck between a rock and a hard place. The organisation needs to make changes in order to remain agile and align with businesses strategies, yet each change – big or small – adds more risk of operational disruption. They’ve traditionally had to choose between two paths, neither of which are ideal and both require compromise.

Some organisations have classed changes to EWM as too big of a risk, so they continue with their current system. While understandable, sticking to the status quo quickly becomes unsustainable. The business and vendor drivers of change will only intensify and become more urgent, while more agile competitors overtake and pull ahead.

On the other side, upon recognising the need to make critical changes within EWM, some organisations proceed despite the clear risks. However, without the visibility of how these updates impact connecting systems, there can be a price to pay. Given the severity of the potential financial and reputational consequences of unforeseen disruption along the supply chain, businesses can no longer afford to blindly make changes to EWM. So, what’s the alternative?

Confidence is everything

The capabilities of SAP EWM form a valuable foundation for operations, but this high in-built ability to customise makes it incredibly challenging to understand and deploy changes effectively. EWM solution owners can analyse SAP transports but, due to EWM’s specific way of working within SAP’s internal structures and ‘where-used’ facilities, they lack visibility into how one change can impact other processes and even connected systems.

However, it is possible to make changes within EWM without fear.

In the early stages of planning, scoping, design and development, data-driven solutions can give the developer insight into whether the change will impact functionalities other than those anticipated – and if this can be avoided altogether. Having this level of confidence will save time and costs later down the line as fewer rework cycles will be needed.

Later on, during the validation and quality phases, all stakeholders will gain visibility into which EWM processes will be affected. These insights increase everyone’s confidence in the exact test scope, deployment plan or training requirements, meaning they can save efforts of time-pressured teams both in the project room and in the warehouse where ultimately the change will be felt.

By leveraging predictive insights, managers can foresee the impact of change, giving them assurance that only the listed processes will have been affected by the change, which means no unpleasant surprises. All stakeholders of EWM can use this new source of information to ensure a robust supply chain, business continuity and agility to adopt innovation and change at the pace the business and market demands.

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Gregory Distribution Scales Up Operations with Manhattan

Posted on by David Priestman

As supply chains and logistics becomes ever-more complex, companies increasingly need agile technology providers that can help them navigate challenges and meet the continuously evolving expectations of the end customer.

To meet the soaring demand for bespoke customer experiences, Gregory Distribution, one of the UK’s top independent logistics businesses, has chosen Manhattan SCALE, from Manhattan Associates, to optimise its warehouse operations and deliver improved satisfaction to its 400+ customers.

Renowned for its comprehensive range of transport, warehousing, and 3PL services across the Southwest and throughout the entire country, Gregory sought a solution that could match its commitment to growth and innovation with its customers. Manhattan’s flexible, configurable SCALE solution proved to be the ideal fit, enabling Gregory to adapt instantly to evolving customer needs, delivering personalised services that set the company apart in a competitive market.

It also allowed the company to operate with unparalleled efficiency through seamless integration. Manhattan’s SCALE solution blends effortlessly into Gregory’s existing ecosystem, creating a streamlined, feature-rich experience the end-user. Gregory has also been able to prioritise growth. With technology taken care of the team can focus on what matters most: driving business expansion by delivering exceptional logistics outcomes for its customers.

Liam Jordan-Martin, Head of Technology at Gregory Group says, “Our recent business growth demanded a scalable solution and a partner with proven expertise. Manhattan Associates exceeded our expectations, offering both a robust platform and leading industry knowledge. Manhattan SCALE’s configurability empowers our teams to respond swiftly to customer needs, while seamless integration with our existing systems ensures ongoing operational harmony. With Manhattan’s support, we’re confident in our ability to adapt, innovate and continue exceeding customer expectations.”

“Our technology provides the agility needed to thrive in today’s demanding market and we are thrilled to be part of Gregory Distribution’s ongoing journey towards logistics excellence,” commented Craig Summers, MD UK/VP Northern Europe & MEA, at Manhattan Associates. “With our 90-day innovation cycles, SCALE will continue to deliver on the exacting requirements of Liam’s team and their customers, long into the future.”

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Körber Supply Chain Appoints New CEO of Software 

Posted on by David Priestman

Edward Auriemma will join Körber on 08 July 2024 as the new Chief Executive Officer of Körber’s supply chain software business, a joint venture with KKR. As the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Körber’s supply chain software business, Edward brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving strategic growth and operational excellence within the technology and supply chain sectors.

Before joining Körber, he served as the Chief Operating Officer of Blue Yonder, a leading provider of supply chain software solutions with over 6,000 employees, where he was instrumental in steering the company’s strategic direction, transforming its go-to-market, and scaling its operations globally. His leadership was pivotal in enhancing Blue Yonder’s global presence and significantly boosting its market standing and financial performance.

Previously, Auriemma (pictured) held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Alight Solutions, where he developed a robust operational and commercial framework that propelled the company through a successful public listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ALIT) and strengthened its market position as a leading provider of integrated digital human capital and business solutions.

Stephan Seifert, Chief Executive Officer of the Körber Group and member of the Advisory Board for the JV comments: “We are delighted to welcome Edward Auriemma to Körber and look forward to working with him to further accelerate the growth and innovation of our supply chain software business. With his deep understanding of the market and customer needs, he will push forward to support our ambition to build a global supply chain software champion, benefiting our customers and our global team.”

“I am honoured to lead the supply chain software business of Körber and build on its formidable legacy of innovation,” says Auriemma. “The business is uniquely positioned to help customers leverage its flexible technology to make their supply chain operations more efficient, and I am excited to drive that mission forward.”

Körber provides a broad range of proven end-to-end solutions tailored to help manage the supply chain as a competitive advantage. Fitting any business size, strategy or industry, its customers conquer the complexity of supply chains thanks to a portfolio of software, voice, and robotics solutions – plus the expertise to tie it all together.

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Apparel Distributor Expands use of Robotics Solutions

Posted on by David Priestman

S&S Activewear, a leading apparel distributor, has announced the expansion of its partnership with Körber Supply Chain and the deployment of Geekplus robotics solutions at three warehouse sites across the Americas. The collaboration enables S&S to optimize on-site staff, order quality and delivery efficiencies to meet the surging demands of a rapidly evolving market.

“Innovation is a core tenet of S&S’s decades-long history in the apparel industry. Advancing our warehouse operations with Körber and Geekplus’s robotics and automation expertise has been a natural and impactful evolution in our technology journey,” said Brian Beale, CTO for S&S. “Our customers deserve a seamless experience from order to fulfillment and we’re excited about the increased efficiencies we’re already seeing through our collaboration with Körber.”

The partnership commenced with the deployment of 340 Geekplus robots at a single 750,000 sq. ft. S&S site in Lockport, Illinois, marking the largest collaboration in Körber’s robotics portfolio. This signifies a major commitment to pioneering solutions within the apparel industry.

“Warehouse solutions are a core area of Körber’s expertise, and we look forward to expanding our partnership with S&S,” said Sean Elliott, CTO and Acting CEO Software, Körber Business Area Supply Chain. “Our robotics offerings are designed to scale with the speed and size of business, optimizing warehouse operations so organizations can focus on value-driven activities to support the larger overall goals.”

A key aspect of this expansion is the implementation of Geekplus’s PopPick robotics solutions aimed at optimizing warehouse processes. These advanced robots play a crucial role in efficiently moving inventory stored in totes to pick stations. The system incorporates autonomous mobility and slotting of inventory, facilitating a seamless and efficient flow within the warehouse environment.
Since the inception of the partnership, S&S Activewear has witnessed impressive successes. The system, designed to support more than 4,500 lines per hour through 24 picking stations, has proven its effectiveness in enhancing speed and efficiency in warehouse operations, order fulfillment, and quality assurance.

“Our longstanding partnership with Körber has been crucial in bringing our revolutionary solutions to a wider audience,” said Randy Randolph, director of channel partner sales at Geekplus. “This deployment with S&S highlights the huge impact of our mobile robots in helping retailers meet the crush of e-commerce orders while improving quality and efficiency.”

Supply chains are growing more complex by the day. Körber uniquely provides a broad range of proven end-to-end solutions tailored to help manage the supply chain as a competitive advantage. Fitting any business size, strategy or industry, our customers conquer the complexity of the supply chain thanks to a portfolio of software, voice, and robotics solutions – plus the expertise to tie it all together.

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Warehouse Management with DexoryView

Posted on by David Priestman

Dexory, a data intelligence company, today announced it has deployed DexoryView, its cutting-edge AI and robotics solution, at the state-of-the-art warehouse facility of FLX Logistics, part of the Freshlinc Group, in Peterborough, United Kingdom. By using robotics and digital twin technologies, FLX Logistics, specialists in ambient logistics management, will be able to drive efficiencies and confirms the company’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

“At FLX Logistics, we are always looking for ways to enhance efficiency and accuracy across our operations,” says Sam Goodger, General Manager for FLX Logistics site at Peterborough. “Using DexoryView from the outset at our new facility provides us with unparalleled real-time data on stock accuracy that empowers our team to drive the business forward.”

In a recent successful implementation, at FLX Logistics’ brand new facility, spanning an impressive 140,000 square feet and housing products ranging from diverse food products, raw materials and finished goods, Dexory unveiled its DexoryView solution, featuring state-of-the-art autonomous mobile robotics (AMRs) and a seamlessly integrated digital twin. FLX Logistics was able to generate data from the outset to ensure it has stock accuracy from the opening of the new warehouse. This combined with having access to real-time data of the warehouse on an ongoing basis, allows the business to elevate the efficiency of its warehouse operations to an unprecedented level.

“We are thrilled to be working with FLX Logistics in revolutionising their warehouse operations,” says Oana Jinga, Chief Commercial and Product Officer & Co-Founder at Dexory. “Having implemented DexoryView from the outset shows that FLX Logistics is a forward thinking business and sees the benefit in utilising real-time data and insights to better drive efficiency across its operations. We have already seen the company use the data to effectively manage and transform its day-to-day operations thanks to the insights they are able to glean from DexoryView.”

Dexory captures real-time insights into warehouse operations using fully autonomous robots and Artificial Intelligence. Using autonomous technology to unlock data and drive insights through all levels of business operations, helping companies boost their performance and unlock their full potential. Instant access to real-time data helps optimise the present, de-risk the future and discover the intractable in each location and at every stage of the product journey through the warehouse and onto dispatch.

Founded in 2015, by three founders, Andrei, Oana and Adrian, and is based in the UK. The founders are school friends from Romania, who moved to the UK a decade ago with experience accumulated across engineering and tech roles at Formula 1, Google, and IBM. Combining commercial nous with deep technical expertise, the three founders are now working together to help transform warehouse management practices worldwide.

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