BIG PICTURE
AI and IoT are warehouse-ready 24
Artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things are making their initial forays into warehouse operations. The expected outcome is a DC able to respond dynamically to current supply chain conditions,not pre-set rules
EQUIPMENT REPORT
Carts at Forum Energy 28
Here’s how one global oilfield service and equipment company replaced its forklifts with carts to achieve major efficiency gains and cost savings while also improving worker safety, engagement and ergonomics.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Fulfillment at the speed of light 34
Powered by dynamic, real-time software, light-directed picking and putting technologies have entered a new phase in their evolution.
BEST PRACTICES
Conventional warehouses 40
As the industry continues unprecedented transformation, some of the classic approaches still hold up—especially when empowered with detailed data.
SPECIAL REPORT
Mobile supply chain trends 46
As mobility continues to make its way into every link of the supply chain, here’s how our increasingly connected world is affecting operations outside of the warehouse’s four walls.
