The fashion industry operates in one of the fastest-changing environments. With e-commerce now representing more than 30% of sales and consumer habits evolving rapidly, brands must rethink their logistics strategies to stay competitive.
TGW Logistics partners with leading fashion retailers across Europe to transform distribution centres through intelligent, scalable automation tailored to the sector’s unique needs.
Key challenges in fashion logistics
The fashion industry faces three major logistics challenges. First, demand volatility driven by seasonal shifts, frequent promotions and constant product launches requires highly agile operations that can serve retail, e-commerce, and hybrid models at the same time. Second, labour shortages are making it increasingly difficult to recruit and retain staff for repetitive tasks, prompting many companies to turn to automation as a way to enhance both productivity and workplace ergonomics. Finally, today’s consumers expect fast, accurate and fully traceable deliveries. To meet these expectations, warehouses must operate at consistently high standards and be able to handle peak volumes without delays.
Smart automation solutions
TGW develops modular systems that combine robotics, intralogistics automation, and advanced software to meet these challenges head-on.
- FlashPick®: A shuttle-based system for mid-to-high volume omnichannel fulfilment. It accelerates picking and prepares orders in as little as 10 minutes while optimising inventory and total cost of ownership.
- LivePick®: A mobile-robot solution designed for mid-to-low volume operations. Its phased growth capabilities, rapid implementation and easy scalability make it ideal for flexible expansion.
- SmartPocket®: A pocket sorter made of autonomous robots that move individually through the system, and delivering maximum scalability and flexibility. Tailor-made for e-commerce, it streamlines workflows and shortens lead times.
Additional innovations include one touch automated receiving, reducing manual effort by up to 75%, and WERX software, TGW Logistics’ control platform that manages operations end-to-end while providing real-time analytics for continuous improvement.
A strategic path to sustainable growth
Warehouse automation is more than efficiency. It’s a strategic decision that impacts customer experience and competitiveness. Recognised by McKinsey as one of Europe’s top automation partners for the fashion industry, TGW Logistics works with global brands including Urban Outfitters, stichd, VF and PUMA.
TGW Logistics combines global expertise with the knowledge of local teams to develop solutions tailored to the specific needs of the fashion industry. By focusing on efficiency, scalability, and sustainable growth, the company supports brands in building resilient intralogistics strategies that are ready to meet both current demands and future challenges.
Link: https://www.tgw-group.com/uk/news/detail/intralogistics-automation-for-the-fashion-industry/
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