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In this MHI cast segment, Larry Strayhorn and Eduardo Mata share valuable insights on the intricate challenge of talent retention within the supply chain industry.
In today's MHI Business Intelligence Podcast episode, we delve into corporate culture's transformative power with Karen Norheim and Gaurav Batra, who share their invaluable insights on how culture shapes organizations and drives success. Learn more through Gaurav's book: The Titanium Economy: How Industrial Technology Can Create a Better, Faster, Stronger America. CLICK HERE to purchase.
Supply chain visibility is the key to unlocking a world of actionable insights, empowering organizations to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
In today’s MHI cast, we’re talking to experts about the various ways the supply chain industry is embracing AI.
Sponsored Content: Join Bastian Solutions' General Manager of Autonomous Vehicles Michael Marcum, as he discusses the future of AGVs in the material handling industry. During the discussion he speaks to how Bastian has seen AGVs support customer objectives by safely and consistently transporting products and materials in manufacturing and distribution operations. He also discusses how automated and autonomous vehicle systems are a cost-effective solution that increase efficiency, improve working conditions, and easily scale to match customer growth.
In today’s MHI cast, we’re talking to some experts about the various ways the supply chain industry is becoming digitalized.
In this episode of the MHI cast, we speak with the winners of the 2023 MHI Innovation and StartUp Awards. Our guests include Jordan Tlumak and Dave Collins from OneRack, Rebecca Lennartz from Hai Robotics, Thomas Zoehrer for sSy.ai, and Jonathan Hurst from Agility Robotics.
Personal networking has many advantages for individuals and their companies. It allows you to gain perspective from outside your immediate circle and can help in a professional journey.
Here are some tips to improve your networking abilities as we lead up to the 46th Annual WERC Conference.
For a special episode, we speak with several guests to delve deeper into the 2023 version of the MHI Annual Industry Report, which offers a comprehensive overview of industry trends, perspectives, and case studies.
In today’s episode of MHI Business Intelligence Podcast, we’re going to chat with Toyota Material Handling, NA CEO Brett Wood and Mitsubishi Electric Automation CEO Scott Summerville about how operational performance shapes their company philosophies.
In today’s episode of the MHI Business Intelligence Podcast Series, we’re going to chat with Kevin O’Neill of Steele Solutions and Brian Reh of Gorbel about how core values shape their companies.
This is a paid advertisement. Technology has transformed fulfillment, making it faster and more effective. E-fulfillment platforms and analytics software have streamlined the process and enabled better decision-making. Join us as we speak with Exotec’s Sebastian Schanz as we understand what the future holds.
With consistent innovations in technology and ongoing demand, supply chains have to stay on top of the latest innovations. We’re diving into how artificial intelligence can play a role in optimizing last-mile delivery.
In today’s episode of MHI cast, we’re going to chat with some experts in the industry. We’ll discuss the trends to look out for in 2023
In today’s episode of MHI cast, we’re going to chat with some experts in the industry. We’ll discuss emerging solutions and challenges they’ve noticed in disruptive technologies.
When considering automation solutions for a distribution center, many people may think that the choice between a conveyor and sortation system or AGVs and AMRs is an either/or scenario. In truth, these technologies can work well together and often require some of the same considerations when choosing a solution for your organization.
Introducing the Advanced Energy Council, the MHI group dedicated to new energy solutions. We’re speaking with the chair and vice-chair about this new group.
Applications are open now and if you’d like more information you can reach out to Kia Schmidt – kschmit@mhi.org.
We’re back live in Chicago for ProMat 2023. This episode has an exclusive look at what you can expect if you’re planning on heading to the windy city in March. Including a sneak peek at the keynotes and some new features.
Businesses realize the tremendous benefits that sustainability in the supply chain brings. From not only increasing efficiency and decreasing cost but also product innovation, a greener economy and of course, reducing our carbon footprint. With us today are leaders working with companies that are planting those seeds of sustainability in the supply chain. Scott Somerville,... Read more »
Sponsored Content: Batteries are often taken for granted, but they can have an incredible effect on your distribution center or warehouse. Join us as we talk with Robin Schneider from Green Cubes about the batteries in your operation.
Jim Barnes, CEO of enVista, Sebastian Tize, Director of Digital Transformation & IT – North America at BEUMER Group and Cyber Security Expert, John Sileo weigh in on cybersecurity – the risks, red flags and opportunities.
Finding a trusted 3PL to manage your inventory and processing can be challenging, especially when your business has specific needs and regulations to follow. In this episode, we talk with a leader in the Medical Products Division about strategies to find and keep a good relationship with your 3PL.
In this episode of MHI Cast, we talk with Linda Gilbert about digital inventory and other solutions used to manage products or e-commerce and omnichannel operations.
The world is full of so much information that sometimes we don’t know where to look for answers. Fortunately, if you happen to be in material handling MHI has resources you can tap into. In this episode we talk to two members of the ProGMA Industry group about the wide array of tools and information... Read more »
Space is always at a premium, especially in warehouses, distribution, and fulfillment centers. With trends like micro fulfillment continuing to grow and e-commerce demand still high, maximizing your facility footprint is becoming crucial. This episode we’re speaking with two members of SMA to discuss how you can maximize your facility footprint.
Innovation, distribution and emerging technology are all linked in supply chains. Disruptions will spark innovations to continue or improve operations. This will lead to the adoption of new and emerging technologies. In this episode of MHI cast, we’re chatting with three experts to get their thoughts on these topics.
In today’s episode of MHI cast, we chat with experts in the industry about solutions they’ve created or seen, challenges they’ve noticed, and perceived gaps in the adoption of these technologies.
The idea of using drones for inventory management has been gaining traction in the last few years. Drones present an opportunity to automate what is normally a very intensive manual process, and there are a number of other advantages as well.
We’re in the process of not only recovering economically from a global pandemic but also building a more resilient supply chain. To give industry professionals some insight into current trends, MHI and Deloitte publish the Annual Industry Report, and in this episode of MHI cast, we’re going to go over what members can expect from... Read more »
In this episode of MHI Cast, we speak with the winners of the MODEX Innovation Awards, as presented by MHI. Guests include Johnathan Katz from Veryable, Jack Smylie from Ancra Systems, and Elliot Katz from Phantom Auto. Each guest shares about the innovations their tech has brought to their respective spaces over the past year.
The supply chain continues to digitize with the inclusion of automation in processes, data collection, and even equipment. Mobile automation equipment, like AGVs, is being adopted more readily, helping to ease the burden on an already busy workforce. Today we talk with two experts in the field, who happen to be members of the... Read more »
Today’s distribution centers are quickly becoming more complex thanks to increased consumer demands and new technologies. Conveyor and sortation systems can streamline operations – giving customers a superior experience. Incorporating these advancements into a facility can allow for faster and more efficient decision-making, meaning, less downtime, and better productivity.
Women play a pivotal role in building the supply chain of the future. From creating and working with innovative solutions to leading and mentoring the next generation of professionals – women in the supply chain industry are consistently pushing the limits of what’s possible. In this episode of MHI Cast, we hear snippets about technology,... Read more »
Safety is key to keeping distribution and fulfillment centers up and running, especially now, when there are so many automated solutions. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be a manual operation. Safety sensors can help keep employees, machines, and product safe throughout these facilities.
In this special episode of MHI cast, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what you can expect in Atlanta at MODEX 2022. John Paxton and Daniel McKinnon join us for this sneak peek.
One of the most recognizable images of the modern supply chain is the autonomous robot. Today’s solutions are often as simple as a robotic arm, designed to pick product quickly and efficiently. It is these innovations we’re here today to discuss.
The loading dock is one of the most important parts of the distribution center. It is there that product arrives and departs. Finding ways to automate and improve operations in that area can help organizations process orders faster, and move goods more efficiently.
Fulfillment and Distribution centers have adapted to the increased demand brought on by floods of e-commerce orders. Now, having transitioned to picking eaches instead of full containers, more flexibility is required from conveyor and sortation solutions if operators want to keep up.
The supply chain is a long and complicated mechanism with many moving parts. From the point of manufacturing to the last 100 feet, this is an industry that has solutions for every touchpoint along the way. In this episode of MHI cast, we’ll be focusing on that last 100 feet as we talk to... Read more »
The exponential growth of e-commerce and increased demands for faster deliveries has led to micro fulfillment centers becoming more common. These centers are often optimized with automation technologies such as robotics, AGVs, AS/RS systems, and the latest sensors, to make sure everything runs smoothly. In this episode, we have two experts from Leuze talking about... Read more »
When thinking of a modern distribution center, most people will picture a conveyor and sortation system. And while they are truly fascinating on the surface, what lies underneath, controlling the whole operation is equally impressive. Today we’re talking to some members of MHI’s Conveyor & Sortation Systems industry group about what’s under the hood, so... Read more »
Technology is always improving, making human workers faster, stronger, and better able to adapt to their environments. Wearable options are being integrated and are designed to help employees work smarter, not harder. In this episode, we’ll be looking at a category of wearable technology that is designed to ease some of the physical aspects of... Read more »
As the pool of potential employees continues to shrink, how can you fulfill what appears to be an ever-increasing demand amidst an explosion of e-commerce? In this MHI cast, we speak to three automation experts to find out where you can best deploy solutions to ease your labor needs.
With demands continuing to rise in the supply chain, the picking of orders has become a prime target for innovation. Augmented reality solutions are one of the possibilities operators can use to level up their workforce and make these time-intensive tasks more efficient.
Leadership is an incredibly important skill, which is why MHI created the Industry Leadership Program available for WERC and MHI members who are looking to grow into leadership positions or perhaps are new to the responsibilities involved.
Today we’re speaking with Christoph Bretgeld about a skills-based approach to hiring. Find out what skills are, how you can evaluate them, and why this approach can help you bridge the labor gap.
Customer demands have grown significantly during the pandemic forcing companies to expand their fulfillment capabilities. One solution that has been growing is micro-fulfillment.
Each year WERC partners with DC Velocity to produce the Annual Survey and Report on Industry Metrics so supply chain professionals can see how they measure up to their peers. For 2021, the study was sponsored by Kenco Logistics, Yale, and Optricity. We’re talking with Joe Tillman, Karl Manrodt and Donnie Williams about the... Read more »
The global COVID-19 pandemic had a massive effect on the world prompting disruptions in global supply chains. However, it also allowed for growth in some areas. In today’s MHI Cast we’re talking about the accelerated adoption of Automation, AI, and Robotics, how the trend began, how it helped businesses during the pandemic, and how... Read more »
The MHI Innovation Awards are our way of joining the need of the attendees, who came to ProMatDX for their supply chain needs, with the innovative products our exhibitors have developed. In this episode, we’re speaking with the winners of the 2021 MHI Innovation Awards to find out about their solutions and what effect they’ll... Read more »
In this episode of the MHI cast, we’re speaking with the panel of experts from ProMatDX about the 2021 Annual Industry Report and how it pertains to the Next Gen Supply Chain Update Series.
In this episode of the MHI cast, we’re speaking with the panel of experts from ProMatDX about the 2021 MHI Annual Industry Report – “Innovation Driven Resilience: How Technology and Innovation Help Supply Chains Thrive in Unprecedented Times.”
The need for resilient supply chains has never been greater. ProMatDX — April 12-16 — will provide access to the latest equipment and technology trends and solutions you need to power up your supply chain to meet this need. During this podcast, MHI’s CEO, John Paxton, and Executive Vice President of Exhibitions, Daniel McKinnon tell... Read more »
Diversity is more than just a buzzword used when recruiting for a company. Today’s employers are looking for the best talent and skilled workers will gravitate towards companies that embrace workers from all walks of life. In today’s episode, we speak to Annette Danek-Akey from Penguin Random House and Dr. Randy Bradley from the University... Read more »
The material handling industry has gone through numerous changes over the past year, one of them being the implementation of remote work strategies. In this episode, we speak to MHI members Larry Strayhorn and Bryan Jensen on their approaches to working remotely.
Automation and robotics are two of the fastest changing technologies in the supply chain industry. Today we talk with two members of MHI’s Mobile Automation Group to see what’s new and why incorporating it can create a more robust supply chain.
In this episode, we talk with John Reichert and John Ashodian about MHI’s Solutions Community, which recently held its fall meeting. Find out how Community members are using their unique perspectives to help the supply chain industry during the pandemic.
In this episode, we talk with Gerald Perritt and Brian Devine about the effect COVID-19 has had on distribution centers, preparing for peak season amid a pandemic, and some long-term effects we may see They recently wrote an article about the upcoming challenges of Q4 and peak season. You can find it on WERC.org or... Read more »
In this episode of MHI Cast, we talk with two members of The Robotics Group, Matt Kulp and Tyler McCoy. TRG is MHI’s newest Industry Group. Its goal is to inspire user confidence and foster the adoption of robotic solutions in supply chain applications.
Ken Ruehdranz, the Manager of Distribution at Dematic, speaks with Jim Tompkins, founder and CEO of Tompkins International. On this episode of MHI cast, these two industry professionals discuss the benefits of localized manufacturing and distribution during and post COVID-19.
In this episode of MHI Cast we speak to three members of the EASE Council — the industry group that promotes ergonomics in the workplace. We get an overview of what ergonomics in material handling entails and take a look at the effect the COVID-19 pandemic has had on ergonomics in the industry.
Thomas Boykin and Randy Bradley weigh in on what the future implications of COVID-19 might be on the supply chain industry.
In this episode, we talk to three members of the Overhead Alliance. Josh Arwood, president of CMAA, Jerry Eischens, president of MMA, and Mark Arthur, president of HMI. They tell us the benefits of overhead material handling and what you need to consider when deciding which equipment to choose. We also talk about what to... Read more »
Melonee Wise, CEO of Fetch Robotics, and Erik Nieves, the CEO and founder of Plus One Robotics join us to discuss the impact of the pandemic on the mobile robotics industry.
On this episode of the MHI cast, we are joined by Greg Baer, MHI’s Director of Sales, as well as the three winners of our 2020 Innovation Awards. Jeff Papadelis, Jeff Hedges and Jonathan Hurst each describe the innovation that won their company an Innovation Award at MODEX 2020.
The late Dan Clapp, former Chairman of RMI’s Engineering committee discusses rack safety and why it is so important. RMI had two presentations at MODEX this year and you can listen to both of them on MHI Cast. Listen to Dan’s presentation on Storage Rack Safety 101 HERE or Carlos Oliver’s presentation, Planning... Read more »
On this episode of MHI cast, we speak with Kathy Fulton and Mark Richards from the American Logistics Aid Network about how they are responding to the COVID-19 crisis.
Emmy Lou Burchette of Burchette & Associates Inc., a strategic marketing and business consulting firm, discusses MHI’s new report, “Transformation Age: Shaping your Future”
MHI CEO, George Prest, and Thomas Boykin of Deloitte, discuss the theme of the 2020 MHI Annual Industry Report – embracing the digital mindset.
See 10+ AMR and robotics applications that can be implemented today to reduce labor and increase operational efficiencies. Learn how AMR POC (Proof of Concept) can assure operational success.
Improve manufacturing and distribution (B2B) supply chains using GS1 standards to enable process automation within the enterprise and for supplier and customer collaboration outside the enterprise.
Implementing a modern, cloud-based procurement solution can transform and streamline the source-to-settle process.
Learn how to identify real-world strategies to use automation to cope with the ongoing shortage of qualified labor in fulfillment, distribution, and parcel operations.
Explore the evolving automated distribution center, through an interactive presentation focused on robotic advancements, technology integration, and realistic constraints of today and the future.
Learn shipping-cost-reduction strategies, proven and used by professional parcel negotiators, along with tips and tricks that can elevate your carrier contract to best-in-class status!
Pairing robotic item picking with goods-to-person automation delivers an unheard-of level of productivity for e-commerce fulfillment operations.
Intralogistics applications can use mechatronic motion control technologies, such as the eXtended Transport SystemÆ (XTSÆ) from Beckhoff Automation, to benefit engineering, maintenance, and operations.
Labor shortages are making more and more distribution centers consider automated processes. How can you incorporate this future technology and what should your expectations be for the overall effect?
Fleet Management solutions gather information in real-time about location, quality, safety, and security.
To be part of the Internet of Things you must be able to connect to Internet. Have arrived that change the costs and capabilities of IOT.
Educate yourself on the technology differentiators that separate the providers who deliver long term flexibility from those who only provide short term improvements.
Labor Management Software with Business Intelligence provides executives and managers real-time information needed to make informed decisions resulting in operational excellence
Trucks, energy and solutions all ladder up to an effective warehouse and prioritizing these elements will guide you on the road to effective optimization.
An agile, cloud-native OMS on a Unified Commerce Platform is key to rapidly enabling anywhere commerce. Benefit from inventory visibility, optimal order orchestration and customer-centric commerce.
This seminar will address the challenges retailers face with SKU growth and the constant need to re-slot SKU’ for optimal efficiency in an existing operation.
Back and shoulder injuries are expensive, cause lost workdays and create unnecessary paperwork. Learn the secrets to prevent painful sprain/strain injuries and prevent these expensive claims.
As e-commerce grows all facets of supply chain networks & the facilities withing them must adapt. Learn what’s changing in all 3 areas-network and facility design & real estate assets to support them.
The digital transformation of the supply chain, when done right, can allow a company to leverage its warehouse capabilities as a strategic advantage that drives growth and profitably.
Discover how to use your own shipping data and analyses to forecast the ROI of a parcel TMS investment specific to your shipping needs and with great precision to better understand what’s at stake.
At a time when AI & machine learning can team up with robotics to advance next era distribution, forward thinkers are taking a look at some ìbest practicesî that might not be ìbestî any longer.
Are you looking for a silver bullet solution to optimize your Supply Chain? Every business has specific challenges and intricacies that must be understood in order to meet their service requirements.
Automating parts of your supply chain can seem like a herculean task but rest assured, thereís an easier way. This informative seminar will help you gain simple insights for long-lasting results.
Learn how automated driver-assistance systems are being used today to make industrial vehicles safer, and where R&D on driver-assistance technology is headed for future plants and warehouses.
Hop aboard the mobile Digital Transformation train for warehousing & manufacturing! Get details & action items for moving from error-prone, manual processes to mid-level digital adoption and beyond.
Presented by Dr. James A Tompkins – Chairman & CEO, Tompkins International. The future for commerce is awesome, but it is a whole new ball game. There has never been this level of opportunity for entrepreneurism, innovation and disruption, as there is today. The keys to grabbing this unichannel fulfillment opportunity dealing with Reinvention, the... Read more »
The Business Intelligence (BI) Journey: How Technology and Customer Needs are Evolving Supply Chain Strategies
Reducing Accidents & Increasing Productivity in Urban Delivery Zones: The Features and Benefits of the Class 6 FTR & NPR Line Up
Join Erich Wolters as he distills the key differences between Next-Gen & Legacy Routing Software, & learn about how you can drive long-term value, improve fleet efficiency, & enhance customer service.
Fight through the buzzwords and learn how to best evaluate new technology, tools and services for your supply chain.
Walmart, Amazon, and Whole Foods define the rules of the retail game. Make logistics your strategic advantage thrive in a world where the most important players create and change the requirements.
Gain insights on how transportation & logistics firms compare to frequently used sales & marketing metrics, and learn ideas on how to improve your practices for optimum business results.
In the US, about 40% of all food grown for people to consume is thrown away. This waste presents an enormous problem, not only in terms of cost, but also in terms of social and environmental impacts.
Learn about empowering workers with intuitive robots they can master & use with pride; & how providing great workers with great robots can speed up deployment & earn trust & support of the workforce.
Learn how to automate inventory checks and increase inventory accuracy rates using industrial-grade autonomous drones.
At the base of the supply chain are pallets Utilizing IoT with pallets allows companies to analyze the flow, obstacles and security concerns.
Refrigeration is a critical part of product quality. Utilizing IoT enables reduces or eliminates the issues of spoilage.
Learn how to perform return on investment (ROI) calculations for warehouse automation projects while taking labor and equipment costs into account.
Learn how BrainOS will bridge the gap between traditional industrial automation and new collaborative commercial robotics operating in the public space.
Summarize the different approaches to autonomous mobile robots and compare and contrast how they fit into the userís requirements.
Collaborative robots are reshaping manufacturing across all industries, from Fortune 50 global giants to the 10 person contract machine shop down the street.
Where shrinking cycle times and reducing operating costs are table stakes — the warehouse of the future will reduce operational costs, accelerate cycle times, and add real businesses value.
To extend logistics chain automation to the doorstep, robot mobility must match human mobility. Legged robots can tackle stairs, curbs, and complex environments and can address last 50 feet delivery.
Beside the robot, what other types of technology are needed to successfully implement automation solutions in warehouse and distribution center applications?
This presentation gives brief introduction of the sensors, especially LiDAR, used for logistic autonomous guided vehicles (AGV)
Deploy Drones For 10x Impact On Inventory Counts at Warehouses, DCs, Air Cargo & Freight Forwarding Facilities, 3PL Sites
Labor availability and planning are challenges in an ever-changing landscape of e-commerce. The ability to plan and balance workforce in real-time is critical to fulfillment operations.
This session will cover how you might leverage robotic piece-picking automation for your business, and how to transition some picking capacity in an existing operation to robotic automation.
Learn from case studies how Lithium batteries are becoming the battery of choice in powering Class 1, 2 and 3 forklifts in intensive in multi-shift and cold temperature operations.
This will include ideas on the latest warehouse labor savings and labor savings process improvements.
There have been significant safety standard developments in the AGV/AMR industry to support new technologies. Come learn about the new regulations and how it relates to safety.
Improve manufacturing and distribution (B2B) supply chains using GS1 standards to enable process automation within the enterprise and for supplier and customer collaboration outside the enterprise.
We will explore the types of automation that will give your operation a competitive advantage along with the key fundamental data points that will help you determine the best place to start.
We explore the use of wearable devices to improve body mechanics on the job, which leads to sustained productivity over longer shifts, reduced injury rates and improved morale.
Limit liability and reduce the risk of accidents by implementing an effective pallet rack safety program with preventive measures such as rack inspections, training, rack protection and repair.
Looking for higher throughput, better picking and packing efficiencies, and lower order cycle times? Join Manhattan Associates to learn what it means to orchestrate work across man and machine.
Automation claims to achieve numerous labor and cost savings but is it right for you? Learn the newest technology available for those looking to automate their end packaging and shipping process.
Adopting the global trend toward automation results in greater efficiency. This session will cover 5 key factors that every facility needs to consider in order to have a successful AMR installation.
Implementing a modern, cloud-based procurement solution can transform and streamline the source-to-settle process
Los transportadores flexibles son perfectos para la carga / descarga de fluidos, clasificaciòn ligera y actividades de empaque.
MHI’s Director of Education and Standards, Pat Davison, sits down live at MODEX 2020 to discuss the difficulties caused by the final fifty feet of delivery.
Donít miss this dynamic session where you’ll discover how to approach a WMS and/or Labor implementation, how to select the right team members, gauge timeline and ensure your project’s success.
Learn how to determine your ideal level of automation from case studies of Low-, Medium-, and High-automation installations in multiple industries and geographies.
David Schwebel, Sr. VP, Global Head of Intralogistics at Grenzebach Group, sits down live at MODEX 2020 to discuss the latest trends in virtual reality and augmented reality.
As eCommerce becomes the norm in warehousing and distribution, the need to adapt storage and retrieval systems is imminent. RMI industry experts will share how rack system designs are changing to meet the requirements in the eCommerce world.
Today’s AGVs move material better, faster, and cheaper ñ all while capturing data. But data isnít the same as information. How do you get actionable insights? Join this seminar to find out.
Lithium or Advanced Lead Acid? Which battery is right for your fleet? Learn more about the various options, and how to choose the best fit for your vehicles using operational and financial modeling.
When assessing a system for pallet ASRS, business requirements including throughput, SKU profile, batch sizes, and available building cube need to be factored
Implementing AGV systems in your facility is usually more costly and troublesome than expected. Learn how you can build your own AGV system at half the costs and downtime.
Add emerging robotic technologies to existing material handling automation and software to flexibly maximize order fulfillment performance and agility.
This session focuses on autonomous robots and understanding the fundamental differences between autonomous mobile manipulation robots (AMMR) and autonomous mobile robots (AMR).
Fulfillment has become front and center as companies streamline operations for growth. Strategic decisions on software have an effect on the bottom line and the ability to scale.
A 360° view of the key changes and trends in WMS solutions, and the next-generation capabilities that are being delivered to market, as WMS continues to evolve to deliver the intelligent DC.
This seminar will provide insight into methods and strategies to model the financial and business outcomes for adoption of IIoT technologies.
Learn how collaborative robots can help you enhance productivity by balancing labor and technology, navigate the tightening labor market, and redefine the employee experience.
This panel presentation will describe how warehouses and DCs can leverage big data analytics and machine learning to improve planning and operations.
Learn about MicroFulfillment, the high-performance solution that makes rapid response order assembly cost-effective for the consumer and the retailer.
In this interactive session featuring a voice user customer, learn what you need to know about why and how many of your peers have achieved industry-leading operational cost savings while improving their customer service and workforce satisfaction levels with voice-directed order picking. Get all your questions answered, including: How can I determine how much value... Read more »
How can picking improve when the best of voice, PTL, and scanning go further with visuals optimized by AI? The answer is Vision+, and itís the key to optimized, flexible picking for the next decade.
Smart robotics and increasing technology acceptance open fully new possibilities for automation along the entire supply chain. How will future warehousing look like and do we still need warehouses?
A focus on utilizing AMR and Robotic technologies in 10 key applications deployed in most warehouses and distribution centers today and different style AMRs and combining them to maximize efficiencies
Learn when to consider different types of automation, the dangers of over-automation, associated costs and how to judge when automation is worth the investment.
See how investing in self-serve mobile device management provides streamlined and more accountable warehouse operations, which translates to sustainable competitive advantages and bottom-line savings.
Learn how DICK’S Sporting Goods leveraged automation to transition its New York distribution center into an omni-channel powerhouse that supports 160 stores and same-day e-commerce shipping.
MHI’s Executive VP of Membership and Industry Leadership, Christian Dow, discusses the tools MHI’s Solutions Community offers to members to address supply chain labor shortages– ahead of their MODEX 2020 session, “Solutions Community of MHI: Do You Have a Labor Shortage? The Solutions Community of MHI Can Help”.
Labor availability and planning are challenges in an ever-changing landscape of e-commerce. The ability to plan and balance workforce in real-time is critical to fulfillment operations.
This seminar will present a case study on how Puma consolidated several warehouses into a single highly automated Omni-channel warehouse to support the European market.
Maintenance, especially of automated solutions, is increasingly important to a company’s overall success. Come learn how to get started, build a maintenance team and prepare for the future.
Are lithium-ion batteries safe to use in industrial and commercial applications? This seminar will discuss the latest advances in lithium-ion battery technology for industrial lift trucks.
Want to overcome increasing order fulfillment challenges? Learn how to prepare your supply chain to keep up with changing demand by integrating expandable, flexible and adaptable systems.
Innovation is exploding. Learn to identify emerging opportunities to capture a competitive edge through automation, connected products, software and data-driven solutions in this digital revolution!
Learn how to leverage practical robotics to improve distribution and fulfilment and overcome labor shortage. Determine if practical robotics could improve efficiencies for your organization.
It is crucial to the approval and success of any improvement project to set and manage appropriate expecations with all parties to win much-needed investment in distribution.
The most successful and beneficial way to automate your operation happens with small steps, not big leaps.
Learn how Universal logistics turned to AMR’s working with employees to help them meet their targets, reduce continuous need for overtime, minimize upfront investment and realize a compelling ROI.
Although everyone talking about IoT, Big Data and AI, few companies have implemented these technologies into their operations. This session provides a guide to integrate real-time analytics.
Although everyone talking about IoT, Big Data and AI, few companies have implemented these technologies into their operations. This session provides a guide to integrate real-time analytics.
Navigating Data with Disruptive Technologies to Analyze, Cleanse and Fix the Way Your Company Consumes Data
Today’s distribution centers are struggling to keep pace with the explosion of modern e-commerce. Learn about the latest advances in robotic solutions and how they can augment your workforce.
AGVs are an industry standard. Key elements such as the logistics interface for IT integration and the trend toward lithium-ion battery systems with automatic charging, continue to evolve.
Learn how a new and proprietary Voice solution speeds truck loading by reducing congestion and conflicts during the staging of produced goods in Food Processing and other manufacturing facilities.
How millennial shopping habits and behaviors have transformed the retail and distribution landscape.
This session will show how with the availability of cloud applications and AI services even the smallest companies have access to advanced techniques for processing and analyzing their data.
This session briefly reviews some pros & cons of moving to automation and then presents ways through simple equipment options and applied ergonomics to enhance the productivity and worker health now.
Learn how to select a quality 3PL provider for our supply chain. Understand the warning signs of a partnership mis-match and make the best selection of a partner the first time!
Hear from a panel of leaders who have implemented AMRs, Goods-to-Person & automated solutions. Learn the challenges and pitfalls to avoid as well as best practices for implementing new technologies.
With a focus on delivering double digit savings in operational costs we will review the benefits of product slotting both in labor and resource utilization.
A detailed look at today’s Warehouse Execution Systems and how they augment and complement WMS solutions, marching towards the truly intelligent and autonomous distribution center.
A Healthy Start: How School Health Corp. Designed Its New Warehouse to Maximize Throughput and Order Fulfillment utilizing Storage Type Analysis and Operational Benchmarking for the processes.
This new study by the Ergonomics Center of North Carolina is first presented at MODEX 2020! Learn how to ergonomically design a workstation to improve productivity and reduce operator injuries.
Cloud technology is growing rapidly for mid-size distributors & manufacturers. See customer examples & product demonstrations of mobile devices & machine learning for plant & field service staff.
Kevin Reader of KNAPP discusses new advancements in software that allow for the smarter allocation of human and automated resources.
Thomas Boykin of Deloitte Consulting has been a contributor to the MHI Annual Industry report since its inception. He discusses the Supply Chain Digital Consciousness Index, a metric that was developed for the 2019 iteration of the report and will be expanded upon in the 2020 release.
Material handling is an essential part of supply chains around the world and is a vital part of our growing digital economy. This is why MHI worked with Oxford Economics to produce the first-ever Economic Impact Report.