Automation Implementation & Custom Designs & Material Handling

Thursday, June 26, 2008 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Track: Cutting Edge Research & Benchmarking

Session Abstract:

This presentation will discuss research into new solutions for order picking. From selecting a single item for individual store delivery to a case of product shipped on a mixed case lot pallet, novel methods to perform these tasks will be discussed. With today's shrinking workforce challenging a DC's need for quick response, corporations are looking to automation. Many existing automation methods are too expensive, driving this research effort towards being cost effective business solutions.

Learning Objectives:

•          Quick review of automation technology

•          Long and short term directions for automation strategies

•          Research done outside of large automation firms

Learning Outcomes:

•          New automation solutions for order picking

•          How to balance investment costs by modular implementation

•          Using existing DC's without complete replacement

•          How to keep orders flowing using graceful degradation in automation design

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