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.
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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.
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.
articleSnapfulfil launches remote implementation of WMS
The method means that WMS can be onboarded from anywhere in the world, avoiding the dangers associated with coronavirus infection.
articleHow to handle supply chain disruption
Virtual conference to offer guidance and answer key questions on how to transform the warehouse.
newsL’Oréal signs deal for new WMS
The leading beauty brand will implement Manhattan Active Warehouse Management, with the first implementation due to launch by mid 2021, with worldwide deployment across L’Oréal’s distribution centres expected by the end of 2023.
article3PLs well placed for the eComm boom
The savvy third party logistics firm can seize the day, with sharper IT operations, says Tony Dobson.
productNetwork monitoring launched
Renovotec is launching Renovotec Network Alert, a proactive, 24/7 network monitoring and alerting service that tracks the health and performance of the network infrastructure remotely and in real-time.
productSolutions for a changing landscape in food and beverage
The Food and Beverage industry is transforming in ways we never expected. Caused by years of rising expectations and accelerated by the recent pandemic, this shift has brought about a set of unique challenges, says warehouse automation leader Swisslog.
productWMS can help you cope with the changing world of retail
The stories of struggling high street retailers pre-dates Covid-19, but the pandemic has sped up the threat as our city centres become ghost towns, says Tony Dobson.
productSnapBuddy launches for WMS configuration
SnapFulfil has launched a digital adoption platform enabling its customers to ‘go configure’.
articleR&D: the tax credit option
Greater adoption of technology is the key to overcoming challenges facing the industry, says Rob Lowe. Yet many firms are missing out on valuable funding that could support it, he adds.
productThe Port of Tilbury has created the UK Paper Hub brand
The brand brings together existing capabilities to emphasise an ‘all-in-one’ offering to the paper sector.
productBusinesses ‘not ready’ for Brexit
During July 2020, Descartes commissioned independent research to ascertain supply chain managers’ general expectations around the impact of Brexit. The findings were stark:
articleEven more intense festive Peak predicted for eComm
Christmas 2020 is set to break online shopping records as growth continues to accelerate due to the global coronavirus pandemic, with overall e-commerce sales expected to jump from initial predictions of 11% to 19% reaching £78.9bn, says Tony Dobson.
productGlobal partnership for AMR deployment announced
Geek+, a global AMR leader, and Körber, the global supply chain technology leader from software to materials handling automation, will provide businesses worldwide with AMRs that can enable efficient, flexible, and smart logistics solutions.
productOffers accompany raft of Renovotec launches
Renovotec is introducing a new range of ‘warehouse power products’ that are available with three years’ interest-free credit.
productLocus in partnership with Balloon One
Locus Robotics has announced a strategic partnership with Balloon One, a UK-based provider of software and supply chain applications.
articleScaling your warehouse post-pandemic
With traditional models being turned upside down, the pressure is on for businesses to become more adaptable and flexible with their planning – says SnapFulfil CEO for UK & Europe, Tony Dobson.
