articleStart up zooms to fast growth
An order fulfilment start up has grown its customer base from zero to 25,000 orders per month, in under 10 weeks and during the height of the Covid-19 crisis.
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articleSix predictions for retail and supply chains
2020 has been a tough year for all businesses, but the retail sector has taken an especially hard hit. With a vaccine expected imminently, 2021 brings fresh hope for the embattled retail industry, but the continued rise of ecommerce means that many of the challenges faced this year will likely be here to stay in the longer-term.
productRenovotec rolls out seasonal discounts
THE RUGGED logistics IT provider is launching a seasonal campaign to the end of February 2021, featuring rental and purchase discounts on market-leading handheld and vehicle-mounted mobile warehouse devices, as well as a special offer on Renovotec’s remote network monitoring service.
productBag it and tape it
TAMPER EVIDENT labels, tapes or bags can enhance the multi-layered, integrated security approach demanded by today’s logistics.
newsSmart warehouse partnership
Sewio, a UWB-based real-time location system (RTLS) vendor, has partnered with Cargocast to create the Smart Warehouse.
newsTouch-free barcode scanners
XPO LOGISTICS has deployed 370 barcode scanners with machine vision in warehouses in the UK, Spain, France and the Netherlands.
productLog in to learn now at HSS Live
We’ve put together Handling & Storage Solutions Live today – a free, virtual conference where delegates will enjoy four hours of CPD-accredited content – to help you cope with the fast pace of change in warehousing.
productProblem solving at HSS Live
The pandemic, Brexit and the longer term trend of eCommerce mean warehousing and logistics operations are changing fast. Get up to speed and get insight on innovative solutions you can use to revamp your operations.
articleMatalan upgrades WMS to capitalise on eComm growth
Retailer Matalan has upgraded its version of WMS with Manhattan Associates in response to growth in its eComm business, and to build guaranteed capacity to meet peak trading demand.
productIs Black Friday the sink or swim moment?
The annual rush to grab a bargain is set to break all records as Black Friday fever lets rip on 27th November.
articleDigitising your warehouse: Are smart warehouses the future?
Warehouse space is in more demand than ever before, with businesses stockpiling due to the impending impact of Brexit and e-commerce sales increasing rapidly.
productOn-truck screen upgraded
Crown has upgraded the screen for use with its on-truck InfoLink fleet management system.
articleThe best of both worlds
We have both physical and virtual events planned for 2021, to give attendees with broad preferences every opportunity to learn and improve their warehouse operations in preparation for the challenges ahead.
productIntelligent cabinets for better device availability
Does your team need better device availability, better device security and to optimise workflows? If so, Bar Code Data has introduced Zebra Intelligent Cabinets to improve the use of mobile devices for workers.
productTemperature screening system
Renovotec is introducing a high speed, accurate, data-secure and non-contact temperature screening system for at-entrance use in distribution centres and warehouses.
articleA break with tradition inevitable
Of all the unknowns surrounding Covid-19 one thing is certain, its effects and legacy have changed the way people work, live and play, says Tony Dobson.
productMore nimble inventory allocation promised
Manhattan Associates has introduced Manhattan Active Allocation, said to be the first allocation solution specifically engineered for omnichannel, with a different approach to managing short lifecycle inventory.
productSlick operations management for contract packer
Contract packer APS has migrated to Nulogy’s cloud-based software for co-packers, enabling it to respond more quickly and effectively to customer demands.
productPortable RFID printer available on rental scheme
RENOVOTEC IS INTRODUCING a rental scheme for the new Zebra ZQ630, the market’s only RFID-enabled portable printer, according to Zebra.
productCloud-based warehouse middleware launches
The solution is said to help 3PLs fulfill B2C orders on behalf of eCommerce retailers quickly, accurately and cost-effectively.
