articleDynamic buffer zone
WITH CONSUMER spending under pressure and online return rates of between 20-30%, fashion retailers are facing a hit to margin, says Darcy de Thierry.
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articleRetailer introduces rail guided vehicles to link warehouses
NEXT has introduced a nearly 2 kilometre Rail Guided Vehicles (RGVs) track to ensure seamless transportation of products between two warehouses at NEXT Doncaster.
articleMFCs: macro versus micro
Macroeconomics will not hold micro-fulfilment back for ever, argues Dave Berridge.
articleThe role of outsourcing
Emma Verkaik, CEO of the BCMPA – the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics, reflects with two BCMPA members on a year of change, the growing role of outsourcing, and how the sector is playing an increasing role in delivering an ever-wider range of services for today’s brands and retailers.
articleBoost productivity quickly
Warehouse automation innovations and analysis from Locus Robotics.
articleGold stars for brownfield project
A retailer undertook a major reshape of its automated warehouse operations – a massive challenge – made even more so because it occurred during the pandemic.
articleBreak through to the other side
AI could help fashion logistics break the constraints that have long held it, says Stuart Higgins. But while the technology is exciting, Stuart also urges caution.
articleFurther growth for Locus Robotics
LOCUS ROBOTICS has increased its global presence with expansion across two continents.
productGhost inventory a scare for retailers
Phantom inventory haunts retailers as a fifth of UK shoppers experience out-of-stocks due to ‘ghost’ inventory.
articleAutoStore revamps robot for large-scale operations
THE NEW R5 Pro robot for large-scale operations frees up space for additional products in the warehouse and improves robot efficiency at a reduced lower total cost of ownership.
productEuropean fashion player unveils plans for vast timber DC
BESTSELLER AND architecture studio Henning Larsen have unveiled the concept design for a new ground-breaking logistics centre to be built in the Netherlands.
articleFight your corner
We have a vicious circle. Logistics is not viewed as attractive by many job seekers but until we ensure that the logistics sector is paying everyone fairly, we’re unlikely to appeal to a diverse workforce, says Kirsten Tisdale.
productEnhanced automatic labelling
TSC PRINTRONIX Auto ID has released a new print engine that promises a smaller, faster, greener, more easily integrated solution for automatic labelling.
articlePacked and sorted
AN ECOMM retailer has upgraded its packing and sortation system to meet increasing levels of consumer demand.
productJD deploys right-size packaging
SPORTS FASHION retailer JD has embarked upon a programme of investment in right-size auto-boxing systems from Sparck Technologies.
newsWaitrose & Partners awards 3PL contract
GXO LOGISTICS has extended its agreement with Waitrose & Partners, and will continue to operate two key UK distribution hubs located within Waitrose’s Milton Keynes campus.
articleExotec hits key installation milestone
THE INNOVATIVE warehouse robotics manufacturer has now achieved more than 100 customer sites around the world.
articleAnalysis: electric truck market crisis
IN THE wake of Volta’s bankruptcy, Parcelhero’s head of consumer research, David Jinks provides perspective and analysis.
productUKWA announces ‘Year of Warehousing’ for 2024
THE UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has announced that 2024 will see the launch of a high profile, year-long campaign to highlight the critical role of warehousing in supply chains, the sector’s major contribution to the UK economy, essential employment of 1m people, and the key role it is set to play in embracing solar power to achieve UK’s net zero goals.
articleField to store in 24
SPANISH GROCER Mercadona has deployed warehouse automation from Cimcorp to drive the delivery of fresh produce from field to store within an astonishing 24 hours.
