A large portion of modern logistics practices are based on concrete numbers—metrics, forecasts, and history. However, while innovators like Amazon and Elon Musk are working hard to automate a staggering chunk of the supply chain, the most crucial eleme …

Over ten years ago, Kiva Systems forever changed the warehouse landscape by introducing their flagship product, the Kiva robot, as a solution to reduce inefficient footsteps. Snapped up by Amazon in 2012, the void left by Kiva has been quickly filled b …

Choosing the right forklift for your operation can be a difficult decision. In addition to choosing between electric or gas lifts, you also need to decide whether a sit-down or stand-up forklift is the better option for your specific needs. At first, y …

The right warehouse for your company is similar to a tailored suit: it should make your company look in control and professional, it should fit perfectly, and it should be comfortable and easy to “wear.” So what do you do if your current warehouse is i …

No matter how advanced the technology behind business becomes, there will always be a place for “gut feelings”—those priceless instincts that signal when a closer look or change is likely due. Price sensitivity is one of the most common drivers for the …

You put a lot of thought into the goods and services that drive your business. You’ve likely done intensive research into products ranging from office computers to the equipment your team uses to run your warehouse. You’re price-conscious because it’s …

Introducing a warehouse management system, or WMS, is a natural result of business growth—in fact, you might even consider it a sign you’ve “made it” in your industry. That’s because a WMS provides scalability options that other systems can’t match up …

No matter how innovative your product may be, it’s no longer enough to offer a high-quality product at a reasonable price; customers expect that attention to detail to carry over into delivery methods as well. White glove delivery may be the most visib …

As companies change and grow, the infrastructure that supports them needs to follow suit. That means adding additional employees, new office space, more stock, and narrowing your focus to what you do best. For many businesses, that means outsourcing ti …