Simple driverless transport for quick retail returns .
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Simple driverless transport for quick retail returns .

An online retailer’s profitability will stand or fall on having time- and cost-effective returns management. Edward Hutchison, Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems, explains how driverless transport systems…

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Drastically saving energy, up to 84%, thanks to a modern conveyor concept.
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Drastically saving energy, up to 84%, thanks to a modern conveyor concept.

The new conveyor system of the Swiss company Avancon SA, in Riazzino, is very safe and looks modern and impressive. In addition, investment, installation and maintenance costs are drastically reduced.…

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First Impressions Matter: Why You Should Invest In The Cleaning And Care Of Your Warehouse.
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First Impressions Matter: Why You Should Invest In The Cleaning And Care Of Your Warehouse.

When it comes to goods-in, human error is the top issue in 46% of warehouses, pointing to a lack of efficiency and organization on some level. While these errors…

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How Agile A Supply Chain Can You Afford?
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How Agile A Supply Chain Can You Afford?

By Sid Holian One of the greatest challenges facing retail businesses today is how to keep the customer proposition attractive yet affordable. Many retailers are drawn into a…

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Half Of Online Shoppers Are Willing To Pay More For Within-The-Hour Grocery Deliveries.
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Half Of Online Shoppers Are Willing To Pay More For Within-The-Hour Grocery Deliveries.

Nearly half (48%) of online grocery shoppers say they are willing to pay for rapid delivery of their groceries to receive within one hour of placing their order,…

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Lees sees snowball effect of real-time warehouse management.
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Lees sees snowball effect of real-time warehouse management.

Lees of Scotland has produced a range of iconic confectionery including snowballs, teacakes and meringues, since the 1930s. An important local employer, the company operates from a purpose…

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Pick-by-Vision: Fiege Equips Another Location With Picavi Smart Glasses.
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Pick-by-Vision: Fiege Equips Another Location With Picavi Smart Glasses.

The contract logistics pioneer Fiege is also setting new standards in the field of pick-byvision: The company, which already uses the Picavi solution, has now ordered 40 more…

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Rate Your Delivery App from Maxoptra Helps Boost Customer Satisfaction & Driver Retention
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Rate Your Delivery App from Maxoptra Helps Boost Customer Satisfaction & Driver Retention

Maxoptra routing and scheduling software now includes a new app which allows consumers to score their delivery experience and provide instant feedback. Similar in concept to existing review…

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Believe the hype – and embrace it.
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Believe the hype – and embrace it.

After a decade of ‘keep calm and carry on’ messaging, it is time for retailers to face up to the inevitable: innovate or die. While it is tempting…

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Independent Research Cites Manhattan Associates As A Strong Performer In Point Of Sale Evaluation.
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Independent Research Cites Manhattan Associates As A Strong Performer In Point Of Sale Evaluation.

Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) has announced that it has been named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave™: Point of Service (POS), Q3 2018 report by Forrester…

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