A massive shift to digital solutions is now well underway in warehousing but, as more companies make the move from manual to automated processes, they may risk leaving their employees behind. Bosses need to prepare their staff accordingly to embrace new technology as an opportunity, rather than perceive it as a threat. It takes both clear communication and a willingness to learn – and especially around the cultural shift to slick, best-of-breed WMS from an onerous and manual paper-based system. Companies may want to start by developing a list of actions they have to take before implementing the WMS, including all the digital advancements, new dashboards and other systematic procedures they’ll need to learn. They should determine what to measure and how, stating goals clearly and breaking them down relative to change management. It is advisable to prioritise help and support, while promoting training and professional development.
This article was first published in the October 1st 2021 issue of Warehouse & Logistics News, subscribe to the magazine by clicking here.
Interesting to hear how CoreRFID has enabled Vitafoam, one of Europe’s leading foam manufacturers, to automate its processes, speed up deliveries and improve customer service. With the new system, RFID labels are attached to all finished foam blocks, which can be automatically detected by fixed readers or staff using handheld readers at various stages of production and storage. Foam blocks exiting the production area (after curing) or entering or leaving the warehouse facilities can be identified quickly and easily.
Well done to WMS specialist Indigo Software which has announced the launch of QuickStart, a new rapid ROI WMS Program, designed to allow businesses to very quickly transform their warehouse operations.
Indigo Software’s QuickStart Program has been designed to transform and optimise all warehouse operations in record time by offering rapid WMS deployment with much faster Return on Investment (ROI).
QuickStart provides a scalable, cloud based solution with a simple to manage and low cost 12 month subscription model for up to 10 simultaneous users.
Congratulations to Renovotec which is introducing an independent Wi-Fi consulting service for logistics, manufacturing, retail and other supply chain users. Renovotec’s latest move, which follows its acquisition of technology specialist WiFiGear is driven by the urgent need for users to adopt the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, which is suitable for today’s increasingly device- and application-intensive, IIoT-driven supply chain operations according to Renovotec.
Great news as productivity, accuracy and revenue are all up by 20 percent at a thriving UK electrical business thanks to LYDIA voice-picking technology supplied by Ehrhardt Partner Group (EPG). The eye-catching figures make for exciting reading at electrical component supplier Niglon. As an added plus, this investment in technology did not require the customer to implement a new Warehouse Management System (WMS).
It is most encouraging to see I.T. providers innovating to help the warehouse sector move into the future.
George Simpson
Features Editor
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