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Rethinking WMS: Why No-Code / Low-Code Solutions are Transforming Warehousing

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The average cost of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) install continues to rise each year, with implementations often reaching millions of dollars today. But heres the good news: this doesnt have to be the reality for your warehouse operations. holiday retail, fresh food distribution) must ensure scalability and system flexibility.

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Top 20 Warehouse Automation Suppliers Worldwide

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

ARC Advisory Group began conducting formalized research on the global warehouse automation market in 2014. We define the market as those warehouse automation providers responsible for delivery of the system to the end-user (to eliminate double-counting). Looking back, I estimated the market in 2013 at $6.4 billion in 2019.

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The Next Frontier in Food Logistics with Alexis Mizell-Pleasant

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

Alexis Mizell-Pleasant and Joe Lynch discuss the next frontier in food logistics. Alexis is Managing Editor at Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Food Logistics and sister publication Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum.

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Körber User Conference Showcases Ecommerce Warehouses

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2021

Despite the pandemic, it was a good year for the supply chain group at Körber (Körber rhymes with Gerber, the baby food company). Jackson, and a small team, supported by the system integrator iWMS, implemented a warehouse management system (WMS) at a green field site in under 100 days during the pandemic.

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Warehouse Labor Woes Are Worse than Ever

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Warehouse Labor Woes are Worse than Ever. Contract logistics – companies that provide warehousing services – certainly falls into that category. The Warehouse Labor Shortage. The warehouse and transportation industry had a record 490,000 openings in July. Eight percent of warehouses have a surge of over 100%.

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At St. Luke’s, Supply Chain Excellence Depends Upon Doctor Involvement

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In manufacturing, engineers are typically at the top of the food chain. They have built a warehouse with material handling systems and a warehouse management system from Tecsys. Inbound supplies will flow into the warehouse and then be delivered to medical facilities across the state. Mr. Wengert was more diplomatic. “In

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Efficient Frozen Food Distribution: Inside the Build-out of Two Automated Facilities

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2021

Ahold Delhaize engaged in strategic network design to properly locate its warehouses to minimize travel to and from these facilities. The post Efficient Frozen Food Distribution: Inside the Build-out of Two Automated Facilities appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Final Word.

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Singapore’s largest fully automated cold storage at Tee Jia Food Hub

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

SSI SCHAEFER On Track to Open Singapore’s Largest Fully Automated Cold Storage at Tee Yih Jia Food Hub in Q1 2022. Spanning more than 100,000 pallet positions of frozen storage racks, TYJ’s food factory and warehouse storage facility sits on a land area of 40,000 m². Solve warehouse challenges with SSI SCHAEFER technology.

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Logistics Experts from SSI Schaefer Implement Automated Deep-Freeze Warehouse in Manila, Philippines – LogiSYM October/November 2020

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Sustainable deep-freeze logistics secure food supply. Energy-efficient solutions guarantee fresh food. Supplying this urban population with fresh food is difficult due to the tropical temperatures and the overloaded transport infrastructure with frequent traffic gridlocks.

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10 Ways A Data Gateway Improves Time to Value Across Your End-to-End Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Public Sector : Government agencies are engaged with supply chains from multiple perspectives.

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Continuous Warehouse Optimization and The DC Technology Gap

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

But there is a technology gap between gleaming new automated facilities and tens of thousands of existing warehouses and distribution centers that pre-date the warehouse building boom of the past 5-10 years. Modular Vs. Monolithic Warehouse Systems. Continuous Warehouse Optimization Opportunities. Distribution Disrupted.

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I’ve Fought Freight Fraud for 30 Years: Here’s How to Protect Your Supply Chain in 2025

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Appliances and furniture, food and beverages, and electronics are hot commodities. Warehouses and distribution centers are top targets. Cargo thieves love the holidays. That time of year when the industry ships a higher volume of desirable, in-demand goods.

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More than a Warehouse: What Food Logistics Companies Can Offer

West Coast and California Logistics

MAY 16, 2024

Warehousing for food and beverage products entails much more than simple storage. In this article, we identify five key abilities to look for in food logistics companies that handle warehouse distribution for your products.

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Global Supply Chains in Flux as U.S. Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China Take Effect

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2025

Cold storage warehouses are experiencing congestion, as food producers attempt to delay shipments until trade tensions ease. Warehouses in Texas and California are nearly full, as companies stockpile goods in anticipation of continued trade restrictions. Mexico and Canada have imposed 25% tariffs on U.S.

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3 Myths About Voice-Warehouse Management System Integration

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

There are 3 common myths when it comes to adding new voice solutions to existing host or warehouse management systems (WMS): The Legacy Myth – You need a Tier 1 WMS to use voice-directed mobile applications so you should replace your custom-built systems or upgrade your legacy WMS package before looking at other solutions.

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10 Ways A Data Gateway Improves Time to Value Across Your End-to-End Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2025

A data gateway is essentially a connective tissue across your supply chain, providing unified access to supply chain data from various sources, including enterprise systems, data feeds, data warehouses, data lakes, data marts, and business entities. Public Sector : Government agencies are engaged with supply chains from multiple perspectives.

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Exotec’s Skypod System – A Unique Solution Designed to Address Supply Chain Challenges

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

These pressures are progressively pushing companies to consider advanced automation in their supply chains and warehouses. Robots help warehouses deal with high turnover, dont quit their jobs, are available 24/7, make warehouse workers more productive, and allow warehouses to scale for seasonal demands easier.

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5 Reasons to Leave Your 3PL with Shane Hanson

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2023

Shane is Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics , a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors. He is the Founder and CEO of Square1 Distribution & Logistics, a 3PL Warehouse that focuses on the Beauty and Packaged Food sectors.

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What Are the Key Functions of a Warehouse? Tips & Examples

ShipBob

APRIL 9, 2025

Table of Contents ** Minutes What are warehouse functions? But they couldn’t be more wrong: a warehouse is a dynamic hub of activity that is the foundation of the entire ecommerce order fulfillment process. What are warehouse functions? However, managing warehouse functions is no simple feat.

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Most Popular Logistics Stories from 2021

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

A First-Hand Look at Berkshire Grey’s Warehouse Robotic Solutions ; Clint Reiser. The Boston area is a hub for warehouse robotics companies. The BG innovation center is an operating warehouse where the development team creates, tests, and enhances its solutions. These terms perfectly describe the Asian Paints supply chain.

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The Micro-Fulfillment Opportunity with Julien Seret

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 22, 2022

Inspired by the framework of ant colonies, Attabotics replaces the rows and aisles of traditional fulfillment centers with a patented storage structure and robotics shuttles that utilize both horizontal and vertical space, reducing the company’s warehouse needs by 85 percent.

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Peet’s Coffee and the Roasted Bean Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 5, 2021

Craft food products usually have unique flavors and are sell at a premium price. The company has about 200 of their own coffee shops; Peet’s also sells coffee bags and K-cup packages through 15,000 warehouse clubs, grocery, and convenience stores nationwide. The supply chain application included warehouse management capabilities.

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T-Rex Prestige Worldwide: Thriving in a Down Market and Having Fun with Tyler Hildebrand

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 4, 2025

About Express Logistics Group (T-Rex Prestige Worldwide) Express Logistics Group , a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company is an elite transportation team focusing in food service, retail and industrial manufacturing. Together they created T-Rex Prestige Worldwide, founded on ownership, execution, and a constant desire to be the best.

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The Overlooked Advantage in Trucking with Blake Grolmus

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

About Ruan Transportation Ruan provides Dedicated Contract Transportation , Managed Transportation , Value-Added Warehousing , and Brokerage Support Services to customers across the U.S. million square feet of dedicated warehousing space. Ruan has over 5,000 team members, including 4,000 truck drivers. The company has 1.5

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The Ruan Story with Ben McLean

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Ruan provides Dedicated Contract Transportation , Managed Transportation , Value-Added Warehousing , and Brokerage Support Services to customers across the U.S. Ruan is a family-owned transportation management company, providing Dedicated Contract Transportation, Managed Transportation, and Value-added Warehousing.

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Editor’s Choice: What Supply Chains Must Overcome to Deliver on the Consumer Promise

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Nearly eight in 10 (78%) consumers consider food waste, likely out of a desire to minimize spending. Lower-income consumers and those using food assistance programs care the most about food waste as a purchase driver—again, suggesting it is a response to higher prices.”

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Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Digital Transformation Digitalization is fundamentally reshaping logistics operations, from warehouse management to last-mile delivery. Walmart has partnered with IBMs Food Trust blockchain network to improve supply chain transparency, reducing food recall times from days to seconds.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 20, 2020)

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Here’s a reason given by one of our members, the Director of Freight & Warehousing at $1B+ Food & Beverage Company: “I decided to join Indago for two reasons. Why join Indago? One is to be part of a group that provides real time feedback from companies on topics in the supply chain world.

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How Food & Beverage Manufacturers Can Optimize Production with an ERP System

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 13, 2025

The food and beverage industry is a dynamic, ever-evolving sector in which manufacturers are continuously seeking ways to optimize production and reduce costs in the face of shifting consumer demand and preferences. Thats a tall order for food and beverage manufacturers.

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How to Choose the Right Conveyor Belts for Your Warehouse

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FEBRUARY 20, 2025

When you are developing or renovating your warehouse, these unsung heroes deserve additional attention, as they can significantly impact your supply chain management. In this article, well review the most important elements of choosing the correct conveyor belt system for your warehouse so that you can maximize both profit and safety.

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Five Advanced Technologies That Are Revolutionizing Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2022

For logistics teams seeking to manage volatility and deliver more predictable, profitable results, five advanced technologies should be in their toolkits: digital control towers, warehouse task automation, warehouse robotics, dynamic price discovery and digital freight bidding. Warehouse Task Automation. Warehouse Robotics.

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5 Megatrends Shaping Supply Chain Innovations

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. Marco Tieman – CEO, LBB International. From global to local and regional sourcing.

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The Driver’s Perspective with Dean Key

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 8, 2022

Dean is Driver and Team Safety Instructor for Ruan Transportation , a company that provides Dedicated Contract Transportation , Managed Transportation , Value-Added Warehousing , and Brokerage Support Services to customers across the U.S. Successful Bulk Food Transport with Chris Fish. About Dean Key. About Ruan Transportation .

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The food sector must face its fears over warehouse automation

IT Supply Chain

MARCH 18, 2024

By Dan Migliozzi (pictured) Sales & Marketing Director, Invar Group The post The food sector must face its fears over warehouse automation appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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REPOST: Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares. Eric Ristow , Luis Pajares , and Joe Lynch discuss reimagining the food supply chain. The food supply chain has many challenges including poor customer experience, disconnected cold storage networks, and a lack of system integration resulting in limited visibility.

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Food Waste: The World Can’t Afford It

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 17, 2022

A growing population, intensifying climate change, and geopolitical tensions are creating conditions that are adversely affecting global food security. However, another, less obvious factor — food waste — is exacerbating the food security challenge. All one needs to do to find someone wasting food is look in the mirror.

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Food Waste: The World Can’t Afford It

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 17, 2022

A growing population, intensifying climate change, and geopolitical tensions are creating conditions that are adversely affecting global food security. However, another, less obvious factor — food waste — is exacerbating the food security challenge. All one needs to do to find someone wasting food is look in the mirror.

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This Week in Logistics New (May 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2023

Over the last few days Amazon has emailed an undisclosed number of its shoppers offering them $10 to retrieve an order of $25 or more at company pickup points at locations such as Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh or Kohl’s stores. Supermarket chain Lidl has revealed it is recruiting 1,500 new warehouse staff to support its store expansion.

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OneRail’s Winning Strategy for Final Mile with Bill Catania

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2025

OneRail is used by a variety of industries, including retail, food & grocery, and healthcare. OneRail also has a network of 12 million+ couriers that can be used to fill in any gaps in a business’s own delivery network.

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MODEX 2022 – Back in Action and in Person (finally)

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 30, 2022

Both of these models address higher payload requirements and different warehouse processes and are complementary to the Locus Origin capabilities. Viewing these bots in action illustrated how they can maneuver in and out of tight spaces that is typical of warehouse navigation and slotting.

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Innovations in E-grocery

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Food retailers are predominantly depending on central fulfillment centers (CFC) and micro fulfillment centers (MFS) to process their e-commerce orders. One of the reasons why grocery e-commerce is moving towards fully automated warehouses is simply because it’s more economical. This in turn increases throughput and efficiency.

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DTC Frozen Food with Richard Gray

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

DTC Frozen Food with Richard Gray. Richard Gray and Joe Lynch discuss DTC frozen food. Richard is the founder and CEO of Gray Growth Strategies , a consulting company that provides custom-tailored solutions for refrigerated or frozen food fulfillment needs. Key Takeaways: DTC Frozen Food. About Richard Gray.

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The Critical Intersection of Humanitarian Logistics and Food Supply Chains

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

The devastating consequences of the pandemic, combined with the current geopolitical uncertainties and natural calamities, have highlighted the unprecedented economic and accessibility repercussions for both food-importing and exporting nations. In the UAE, there have been multiple initiatives taken to strengthen food security.

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Rethinking WMS: Why No-Code / Low-Code Solutions are Transforming Warehousing

Top 20 Warehouse Automation Suppliers Worldwide

Trending Sources

The Next Frontier in Food Logistics with Alexis Mizell-Pleasant

Körber User Conference Showcases Ecommerce Warehouses

Warehouse Labor Woes Are Worse than Ever

At St. Luke’s, Supply Chain Excellence Depends Upon Doctor Involvement

Efficient Frozen Food Distribution: Inside the Build-out of Two Automated Facilities

Singapore’s largest fully automated cold storage at Tee Jia Food Hub

Logistics Experts from SSI Schaefer Implement Automated Deep-Freeze Warehouse in Manila, Philippines – LogiSYM October/November 2020

10 Ways A Data Gateway Improves Time to Value Across Your End-to-End Supply Chain

Continuous Warehouse Optimization and The DC Technology Gap

I’ve Fought Freight Fraud for 30 Years: Here’s How to Protect Your Supply Chain in 2025

More than a Warehouse: What Food Logistics Companies Can Offer

Global Supply Chains in Flux as U.S. Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China Take Effect

3 Myths About Voice-Warehouse Management System Integration

10 Ways A Data Gateway Improves Time to Value Across Your End-to-End Supply Chain

Exotec’s Skypod System – A Unique Solution Designed to Address Supply Chain Challenges

5 Reasons to Leave Your 3PL with Shane Hanson

What Are the Key Functions of a Warehouse? Tips & Examples

Most Popular Logistics Stories from 2021

The Micro-Fulfillment Opportunity with Julien Seret

Peet’s Coffee and the Roasted Bean Supply Chain

Top 15 Logistics Stories of 2023

T-Rex Prestige Worldwide: Thriving in a Down Market and Having Fun with Tyler Hildebrand

The Overlooked Advantage in Trucking with Blake Grolmus

The Ruan Story with Ben McLean

Editor’s Choice: What Supply Chains Must Overcome to Deliver on the Consumer Promise

Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space

Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 20, 2020)

How Food & Beverage Manufacturers Can Optimize Production with an ERP System

How to Choose the Right Conveyor Belts for Your Warehouse

Five Advanced Technologies That Are Revolutionizing Logistics

5 Megatrends Shaping Supply Chain Innovations

The Driver’s Perspective with Dean Key

The food sector must face its fears over warehouse automation

REPOST: Reimagining the Food Supply Chain with Eric Ristow and Luis Pajares

Food Waste: The World Can’t Afford It

Food Waste: The World Can’t Afford It

This Week in Logistics New (May 6 – 12)

OneRail’s Winning Strategy for Final Mile with Bill Catania

MODEX 2022 – Back in Action and in Person (finally)

Innovations in E-grocery

DTC Frozen Food with Richard Gray

The Critical Intersection of Humanitarian Logistics and Food Supply Chains

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