A lack of support from their company’s IT department is having a detrimental impact on logistics field workers’ attitudes towards – and confidence with – technology, while also endangering the success of digital transformation initiatives, new research has found.
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All the latest news and views from the world of material handling, logistics, freight forwarding and distribution. This section of the site carries articles relating to new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community as well as case studies of material handling integration projects across Europe.
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Dematic and Dexterity partner to deploy full-test robotics shaping the supply chain of tomorrow
Aug 29, 2022
Dematic has entered into a strategic partnership with warehouse robotics provider, Dexterity, to offer full-task robotics as part of Dematic intelligent automation solutions.
Ferag reveals ultra-reliable e-commerce sorter technology at IMHX 2022
Aug 29, 2022
Ferag, a global provider of advanced conveying and sortation solutions, will be showcasing its advanced Swiss engineered overhead pouch and sorter systems at the UK’s IMHX 2022 show – 6th to 8th September 2022, NEC Birmingham (Stand: 5D15).
How to utilise technology as a trades business
Aug 26, 2022
By John Armitage, freelance writer.
When it comes to running a trades business, technology can become your right-hand man, helping you with basic tasks that would usually mop up your time, as well as finding new customers and markets, organising payment systems, and planning your time efficiently.
Rapid racking reaps rewards with Jungheinrich
Aug 23, 2022
The UK shelving and storage company, Rapid Racking, based in Gloucestershire, has partnered with intralogistics solutions provider Jungheinrich to further support their sustainability goals.
Mercedes-Benz dealer Marshall Truck & Van raises its service game in Andover
Aug 23, 2022
Operators of Mercedes-Benz and FUSO trucks located in north-west Hampshire and beyond are now reaping the benefits of a £1-million facilities upgrade by their local Dealer.
Now is no time to put the brakes on automation
Aug 23, 2022
The overall cost of living and working is increasing, prices are inflating, and as many countries edge towards a possible recession, logistics organisations are feeling the pressure to ensure processes are as cost-effective as possible.
As the old adage goes – you have to spend money to make money. And investment is certainly necessary to save money too.
Invar offers a world of possibilities in advanced automation at IMHX 2022
Aug 23, 2022
Invar Group, the independent software developer and integrator of advanced warehouse automation, will be showcasing its intelligent WMS software, robotic order picking solutions and the latest technology in warehouse automation at the UK’s IMHX 2022 show – 6th to 8th September 2022, NEC Birmingham (Stand: 5AM26).
Rhenus Warehousing Solutions acquires Danish third-party logistics provider DKI
Aug 22, 2022
Rhenus Warehousing Solutions has signed an agreement to acquire the Danish company DKI Logistics A/S and its warehouse investment affiliate DKI Automatic A/S (both together ‘DKI’).
The big five AMR questions
Aug 22, 2022
Frazer Watson, VP-Sales UK/Ireland at AMR designer and manufacturer iFollow, runs through the key questions customers need to ask when considering an Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solution.
