Supply Chain & Warehouse Logistics Blog

Inventory control: the key to better customer service

Inventory control encompasses the planning, organization and monitoring of a company’s products (including raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products).

Smart warehouses: from automation to big data

Smart warehouses are fully automated storage installations in which operations are managed by machines or software that coordinates the various tasks.

Order processing: the key to efficient operations

Efficient order processing is synonymous with success. That’s why it’s crucial to have detailed knowledge of all the elements involved to have a competitive supply chain.

Storage buffer: streamlining production and dispatch

A storage buffer is a space where goods needed for production lines, order picking, and/or kitting are temporarily housed.

Continuous improvement: applications in logistics

Implementing continuous improvement methods makes it possible to identify and eliminate inefficiencies in logistics processes. But how can you improve the day-to-day running of your warehouse ...

Block stacking: optimizing warehouse space without racks

Block stacking is a warehouse storage method in which goods are stacked on top of each other directly on the warehouse floor, without being placed on the racks.

AS/RS warehouse: safe loading and full autonomy

In an AS/RS warehouse, stacker cranes are responsible for inserting and removing goods from their locations with full autonomy and minimal operator intervention.

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.