Supply Chain & Warehouse Logistics Blog

Cold storage automation and design

Cold storage automation consists of implementing robots and/or other automated systems such as conveyors or stacker cranes in a cold storage warehouse.

Types of warehouses: a general overview

Types of warehouses: these can be classified by function, storage method, or level of automation. Here, we summarize the different types of warehouses according to their function.

Pick-to-cart: when should I use it?

With the pick-to-cart method, operators move to product locations using a cart, where they deposit and sort the goods. When is this picking option best?

3PL: advantages to outsourcing logistics

3PL (third-party logistics) refers to the logistics services a company outsources to a provider. These providers also take care of goods transportation and storage tasks, among others.

MOQ (minimum order quantity): striking a balance

Minimum order quantity (MOQ): it’s possible to negotiate this with suppliers to reduce the initial outlay, minimise storage costs, and avoid warehouse overstocking.

ROI of a WMS: costing out this investment

The rationale for opting for a WMS is based on the return on investment or ROI of the WMS. How can you calculate it? In this article, we show you the steps to follow.

Logistics real estate and the scarcity of urban industrial land

The demand for warehouses closer to cities — which breaks with the tradition of setting up logistics centers far from large urban areas — has led to a shortage of available land.