At the recent ProMat trade show in Chicago, manufacturing and supply chain leaders gathered to share perspectives on the industry's future and showcase cutting-edge technologies. 

When businesses consider automating their warehouse, most attention naturally goes to hardware such as robots, conveyors, pallet shuttles, and other physical systems. But the real performance of any automated warehouse depends on the software that ties everything together: the Warehouse Control System (WCS). 

The normalization of smart technologies means that accessible and efficient applications are increasingly becoming the standard in business. Digitalization has made the user-friendliness of applications a decisive factor in a company's success.

As a one-stop shop for palletizing cells, conveyor technology and comprehensive automation, the Körber Competence Center Manufacturing Logistics is the ideal partner for companies that want to make their production lines more efficient, more flexible and more energy-efficient.

The traditional approach to building mixed pallets layer by layer is rapidly becoming obsolete, as warehouse automation technology continues to advance.

SAP TM is known for managing complex, multi-stage transportation across global supply chains. While often associated with large companies and international logistics, it's not the first system that comes to mind for last-mile delivery.

In a recent interview, Dominik Griefahn, CEO of Manufacturing Logistics in Körber’s Business Area Supply Chain, and Peter Lambeck, Senior Expert in R&D Manufacturing Logistics, shared their insights on Körber’s latest innovation: the PA15 layer palletizer.

Autonomous mobile robots (AMR) enable a particularly fast, economical and flexible increase in efficiency in distribution centres, warehouses and production environments.

A system that automatically sorts non-automation-capable postal items? It sounds like a contradiction, but in fact it’s an effective means of increasing efficiency, as Deutsche Post is proving in its German mail centers.

In the world of supply chain logistics, speed and reliability are essencial for success. The margin for error is thin, and unplanned downtimes can quickly escalate into substantial losses. But how can companies effectively prevent disruptions while maintaining high productivity?

Lights Out has been talked about frequently in logistics, yet the number of real-life applications is still limited. So, what is holding us back? And what is the magic formula to achieve complete lights out operation? Join us on this short tour and find out how close we are.

Efficiency is the be-all and end-all in logistics. To optimize your processes and successfully master the challenges of the market, you need the best tools. Today we would like to introduce you to SAP BTP - a technology platform that can make a real difference for logistics companies.

Our R&D team had two objectives when they set out to develop a new gantry system for our Layer Picker: Solve the freight problem and increase the speed of both commissioning and operation.

The partnership between Metsä Group’s tissue paper business and Körber is to drive efficiency and innovation with cutting-edge palletizing solutions, marking a transformative shift in the tissue paper production landscape.

Learn from Ilian Pashov, Chief Information Security Officer at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, how the company integrates cybersecurity into the supply chain and why secure systems are crucial for Körber’s customers.

Vimal Vasudevan, Head of Digital Parcel Logistics North America at Körber Supply Chain, has been named an "AI Transformer" on Dallas Innovates’ inaugural AI 75 list of trailblazers.

Ananta Islam, Parcel Logistics CEO, North America, recently sat down with Eugene Demaitre of Mobile Robot Guide to share his vision for the future of supply chain automation and robotics.

Efficiency is the be-all and end-all in logistics. To optimize your processes and successfully master the challenges of the market, you need the best tools. Today we would like to introduce you to SAP BTP - a technology platform that can make a real difference for logistics companies.

In an ever-evolving supply chain, automation systems are emerging as a catalyst for change. These intelligent solutions change the way things flow, how warehouses operate, and to meet customer demands. Among notable innovations, Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) stands out as a game changer.

In this era of continuous change, the logistics industry is always on the lookout for creative solutions that meet rising demand while minimizing environmental impact.

How do you handle more SKUs and faster deliveries with fewer employees? If you are in warehousing and supply chain logistics for the long run, you should be considering this question.

In the dynamic world of supply chains, warehouse automation is the compass that guides businesses to operational excellence.

Ten years into the digital revolution within warehouse automation, a surprisingly large part of our customers still doesn’t collect data.

Efficient route planning: optimizing the use of costs, time and resources

You are using a WM or proprietary WMS and want to switch to EWM. When is the right time to do this?

How long and under what conditions can I still operate my decentralized LES (WM)?

I frequently receive questions about the conversion of SAP WM to S/4HANA, especially when SAP WM is in use.

Michael Heidu, Product and Solution Manager at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, shares valuable insights on the growing adoption of artificial intelligence and robotics, shedding light on key advancements and potential trends.

New Era Cold Storage Joint Stock Company (NECS) partners with Körber to create Vietnam’s largest automated freezer warehouse. With an advanced Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), NECS aims for efficiency, sustainability, and industry leadership.

Dr. Kerstin Höfle, VP of R&D and Product Management at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, explores some of the current industry trends and challenges.

K.Motion S/TCS – an SAP-integrated add-on from Körber.

In a world of evolving consumer demands, intricate global networks, and rapid technological advancements, supply chain management has emerged as a critical factor for success across industries.

An artificial intelligence add-on to our Layer Picker has made it possible to automate steps that previously required time-consuming human intervention. Solving the practical issues leads to a magnificent number of additional benefits.

Together with Körber Supply Chain Consulting, the biotechnology company Roche has harmonized and standardized its logistics.

How can eCommerce businesses become aware of their performance? How should they keep track of how well are they are delivering on what was promised to their customers? OTIF is the measure to pay attention to when it comes to customer satisfaction.

In the past few years, the world of supply chain management has seen an explosion of cutting-edge technologies and practices to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The implications of these developments are far-reaching and have changed the way we manage warehousing.

Ever more processes within operational logistics are being automated by using AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots), thus simultaneously increasing efficiency and flexibility.

Jacob Carey elaborates on ways to use the information you gathered for making informed decisions, streamline operations and save costs.

With the easy availability of ready meals and home delivery services, a rising interest in different diets, and the aftereffects of the pandemic, the demand for frozen food, and hence cold storage, continues to increase.

Once the product has been finalized, the same demand arises in the environment of B2B business relationships as a result of today’s “Next Day Delivery” mentality: Deliveries that are fast and, best of all, cost-effective!

Retailers and consumers agree – returns are a pain. In this interview, Natalie Walkley, Marketing Director OMS, discusses how smart strategies and modern tech can ease the burden of reverse logistics and optimize the process for both businesses and consumers.

In our new people series, you’ll get to know the people behind our company. For this first article in the series, we met with Strategic Account Manager Christine Hirtz to learn more about herself and her rol

With persisting supply chain issues, the codependent relationship between shipper and carrier is all the more important.

Supply chains and daily business are becoming ever more complex. Various entrepreneurs, directors and managers face the challenges of today’s market activities every day.

Sustainability is a central focus nowadays, and developing sustainable solutions and products is a major challenge for our industry in the 21st century. Companies in general are committed into finding innovative ways to meet this challenge and contribute to a more sustainable future.

A cold chain is a temperature-controlled supply chain that involves transportation of perishable or temperature-sensitive products. Through refrigerated storage and distribution, the required temperature is maintained to preserve quality and increase shelf life of perishable products, and thus reduce food waste.

This video blog article addresses how voice-directed warehouse technology is making its headway into warehouses.

The Attabotics solution cleverly uses short & predictable response times in combination with the space below the storage area to enable efficient sequencing. Do you need your heavy product before the fragile ones? That would not be a problem with this solution.

What brands and retailers need to know about order management systems (OMS) – the core commerce technology.

Only 5 percent of warehouses in the UK have solar panels on the roof - that means there's a lot of untapped potential. The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) looked into the why.

Parcel+Post Expo celebrated its 25th anniversary in style! And we took the chance to showcase our latest parcel logistics solutions, in its biggest event to date, for the first time as part of Körber.

Körber Supply Chain Consulting (KSCC) North America Attended the 2022 Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) Traceability Seminar to Apply the Latest DSCSA Revisions to Their Award-Winning Track and Trace Software and Offer a Solution.

Körber is a leading international technology group with around 12,000 employees and more than 100 locations worldwide.

Digitalization should not be an end in itself, but should move processes away from paper and personal presence, and into computers and the Internet, to make people's lives easier or to make the process more cost-effective.

Despite some major leaders declaring the pandemic ‘over’, some far-reaching megatrends are here to stay, and their impact on supply chain and logistics is more prominent than ever. While automation technology has been a major feature of warehouses, manufacturing and logistics for some time,the use of  autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) has pushed the barriers. Discover how you can benefit from implementing AMRs & how they are helping businesses around the world conquer major industry challenges.

While there are still businesses operating in Covid-19 survival mode, in 2023, we need to move on from that way of thinking and take our supply chains forward. Anthony Beavis, Managing Director at Körber Supply Chain Software ANZ, disucsses key trends he expects the industry will see in 2023.

The slogan #homeforentrepreneurs describes it very well; doers and entrepreneurs come together, and Körber actually consists of more than 100 companies. The vast majority of them are leaders in their segment, an important topic for Körber.

Today’s businesses are facing a long and every-changing list of operational challenges including supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, demands for faster shipping. The need for companies to implement high performing, flexible and reliable automation systems is growing faster than ever. 

The long-heralded demographic change is omnipresent and perceptible every day. The resulting battle for qualified specialists and managers is becoming increasingly fierce, and the transformation from an employer market to an employee market happened long ago.

Autonomous mobile robots are increasingly deployed in warehouses to tackle labor and e-commerce challenges. Analyst Quadrant Knowledge Solutions elaborates.

Automated warehouses aren’t a new concept of course. Robotics solutions have been used for years to streamline workflows and increase productivity and efficiency. However, relocating automation has historically been too complex and expensive to consider – but that has changed. 

Körber Supply Chain’s ANZ team returned to in-person events last month at CeMAT Australia, one of the world’s leading trade shows for intralogistics, materials handling and supply chain management. Discover the key pain points and challenges discussed by attendees. 

Autonomous mobile robots are increasingly considered as a flexible option in the warehouse, offering a competitive advantage. Quadrant Knowledge Solutions' analysts report.

Australia’s dramatic shift to online shopping is showing no signs of slowing down, putting increased pressure on retailers to provide fast, convenient and reliable delivery. As a result, the rush is on to win the same-day delivery race – but is it realistic in Australia? 

Körber set to find out how successful companies are incorporating supply chain sustainability to meet customer demands and conquer supply chain complexity with its Benchmarking Report.

Singulation and tracking of difficult-to-handle small e-commerce items has been significantly improved with artificial intelligence (AI).

As the number of The Internet of Things (IoT) devices grows, so too does the volume of data generated. Hub and Network Booster from Körber use artificial intelligence to analyze data from parcel operations in sorting centers. The resulting insights are especially valuable for optimizing parcel logistics.

In parcel sorting centers, data is generated by a large range of equipment. However, until now there was no easy way to bring all that information together – to support decision making and to make hub operations more efficient. Parcel Data Hub changes that.

For companies seeking a fast, reliable, and flexible way to pick and transport goods, the Layer Picker AMR is the right automation solution – a unified, affordable way to turn supply chain complexity into opportunity.

Our dedicated AMR team in APAC discuss how cobots can improve operations in the DC as well as explore the unique benefits they bring to supply chain and retail operations.

Taking measures to develop a more agile and resilient supply chain is critical as today's supply chains are more vulnerable than ever to operational and environmental disruptions.

A common goal among supply chain operations all around the world is to achieve top palletizing efficiency. Palletizing systems play a crucial role in the overall performance of entire operations and can no longer be looked at as independent or isolated parts.

Jordan Speer, Research Manager, Global Supply Chains, IDC Retail Insights, dives into how robotics are changing labor in the warehouse.

How a warehouse management system in the cloud keeps your data and business safe and flexible. Scott Brask, Vice President Cloud and Security Operations, elaborates.

Digitization helps meet supply chain complexities to better enable efficiency, accuracy, scalability and predictability. Richard Stewart, Executive Vice President Americas, Körber Supply Chain Software, elaborates.

How robot technology is increasing productivity in the warehouse. Nishan Wijemanne,Managing Director Asia/Pacific/Global Leader AMR/Robotics, elaborates.

Food and beverage retailers, including those in the cold chain, tackle challenges with award-winning technology.

Climate change and the rise of COVID-19 Omicron variant threatens the Christmas tree industry's supply chain.

As consumer reliance on chilled and frozen foods rises, so, too, do modern technology solutions to satisfy those needs. Mark Vogt, Sales Director Automation, elaborates.

Körber presented the latest in warehouse automation and flexible technology at the event, which took place in Madrid on the 24th and 25th of November.

How to get automation equipment to harmoniously work together? That’s where software in form of a warehouse control system comes into play.How to get automation equipment to harmoniously work together? That’s where software in form of a warehouse control system comes into play.

Combining flexible automation such as autonomous mobile robots and traditional automation increases agility and operational efficiency. Michiel Veenman, Vice President Industry Solutions & Design, explains.

The US' largest independent automotive tool and equipment distributor reaps the benefits of AMRs in three of its warehouses. Check out our blog (including video) to learn more.

How the already strained global supply chain is impacted by the start of the holiday season.

With the holiday season looming, America's labor shortage is set to widen the current contraints on the supply chain. Learn how The Great Resignation is currently impacting shortage of warehouse workers. 

Simon Shore, Managing Director of Supply Chain Modelling & Maritime, covers the crucial points you should consider to make the best of warehouse simulation software.

How technology can help you attract and retain staff in a harsh working environment. Pieter Feenstra, CEO Automation North America, elaborates.

With increasing challenges in the supply chain such as higher demand and shorter fulfillment times, automation can help you become significantly more efficient. Dr. Kerstin Höfle, Vice President R&D and Product Management Automation at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, shines a light on this subject.

Perishable-food distributors’ productivity and inventory visibility improve with a mobile solution - Derek Curtis elaborates.

Automating your warehouse helps you step up productivity, but there are many factors to consider in the planning stage. Pieter Feenstra, CEO Automation North America at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, elaborates.

The pandemic has shown us that adaptability is key to overcome disruption. Derek Curtis elaborates on the learnings for the supply chain from these special circumstances.

Highly fluctuating e-commerce volume, global staffing challenges that include current workers not showing up, and rising labor costs, automation is key for 3PLs.

In this blog, we address how visibility from start to end of the supply chain can be achieved through the use of different software solutions.

Using software to create thoughtful design can help you manage capacity

As part of the ongoing modernisation of its supply chain, leading retailer Officeworks has partnered with Körber Supply Chain to deploy a range of cutting-edge technology solutions.

If nothing else, 2020 taught us to expect the unexpected and make lemonade out of lemons.

Calling all supply chain, distribution, logistics, e-commerce, and retail professionals – Elevate APAC is here.

Robert Orben once said, “To err is human – and to blame it on a computer is even more so.” In the old world, warehousing personnel would utilize a manual pick and pull system.

By Nishan Wijemanne, Managing Director APAC and Global Leader for AMR at Körber Supply Chain.

Curbside pickup offers enhanced convenience for customers, but poses unique challenges for retail employees and supply chain managers.

When you think of the words “warehouse” or “picking process,” what comes to mind? It’s likely that sustainability isn’t at the top of your list. But it should be.

Warehouse professionals know the feeling – the pressure is high: With more products, faster delivery times, and less staff, supply chains must operate more efficiently than ever before. They must be flexible and scalable but also cost-efficient. So, how can you tackle this seemingly impossible task?

Optimizing the marine supply chain with specialized software.

Changing customer habits and pharma requirements put pressure on cold supply chains to become greener.

What path do the components in your beverage products travel before ending up on the store shelf?

Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are flexible, cost-effective, and scalable – a must to respond quickly to changes and increase resilience.

Beverage companies produce and distribute essential products every day. Manufacturers are frequently adjusting to consumer taste and preferences which creates a wider variety of products.

This blog article addresses how can you make the most of your existing storage space.

Today, we have more choice than ever: shirts in multiple colours, sodas in different flavors. Many products are available as different varieties.

Sustainability has become a much talked about topic. It does not only affect the bottom line of your business but also how your customers perceive it.

Juggling the complexity of terminal management in normal times can be daunting, time consuming and mistakes can be expensive.

Digitalization provides both industrial and retail companies with great capabilities for service orientation. The Corona crisis has advanced e-commerce even further.

In our last blog, “Implementing technology to conquer retail and e-commerce complexity – part 1: voice-directed work”, we addressed the challenges that retail and e-commerce businesses are facing.

The lines between e-commerce and retail are becoming more and more blurred, creating specific and often conjoined challenges for both.

We investigate how the use of simulation software allows optimizing your warehouse and making further business decisions before any physical changes are made.

Over the last few decades, retailers have dealt with an ever-increasing number of product options for every possible requirement and taste.

In the first part of this two-part blog series, we looked at the overall challenges the COVID-19 vaccine distribution poses due to its diverse requirements:

FDA Emergency Use Authorization approval for the first COVID-19 vaccines marks a major step towards ending the pandemic.

Warehouses are held to a high level of safety standards by OSHA in the United States and many other safety protocols worldwide.

Cold chain is one of the most complex – and booming – divisions of supply chain logistics.

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, automation solutions are enabling businesses to address complex labor challenges and build the resilience to weather major supply chain disruptions.

Product and service offerings of global giants of commerce such as Amazon, Zalando, Alibaba, and Otto have shaped the expectations of customers.

The holiday season is over. For retailers such as Amazon, who famously extend their return window around Christmas time, this means high time for product returns.

The global pandemic is an example of a health crisis which has impacted all areas of everyday life and the economy. It has also caused major disruptions to the global supply chain.

If 2020 has shown us anything, it is that agility in the supply chain and business model are crucial.

Learn more about the benefits of artificial intelligence in the warehouse and what the future holds for this innovative technology.

This year has certainly been exceptional. It is rare to see something affecting people worldwide at the same time and in a similar fashion as what we have experienced with the coronavirus.

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain

Especially since the start of the pandemic, we have seen how local fulfillment has changed.

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain

Especially in recent years, sustainability has been one of the buzzwords across all industries.

The Brexit deadline is looming at the beginning of the new year.

With a constrained budget, it is often hard to justify significant investments in new supply chain software, especially when applying a standard ROI analysis.

It is part of the yearly cycle: demand comes and goes, but seasonal peaks are something experienced by every sector in some way and at some time.

Hiring and keeping workers has long been a struggle in the supply chain industry. Whether there is a shortage of quality workers, difficulty retaining them or keeping them happy, labor challenges can take a toll on an operation.

Nishan Wijemanne, MD APAC for Körber Supply Chain Software, talks about supply chain challenges for ANZ businesses and how Körber can help navigate them.

What could you do with the power to test technologies and operational strategies before making changes?

Nishan Wijemanne, MD APAC for Körber Supply Chain Software, talks about supply chain challenges for ANZ businesses and how Körber can help navigate them.

Implementing adaptable supply chain software and technology can help boost seasonal worker productivity while decreasing training costs and safety risks.

In our master class, we addressed how the latest technologies and processes can help prepare your operation for whatever challenges it may face.

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain Automation

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain Automation

Here we take a high-level look at how Körber can offer unique opportunities to overcome supply chain complexity in Latin America.

With trends like customer demand continually shifting, a growing trend to eCommerce and an increasingly uncertain operating environment, there’s no question supply chain complexity is on the rise.

Adopting new technology can help meet the needs and interests of different generations of warehouse workers and ultimately improve their efficiency.

David Stanhope, CEO for Voice, Vision and Mobility (VVM)/Supply Chain Modelling and Scheduling (SCMS) at Körber Supply Chain Software, lays out the future of innovation in supply chain, and how voice, vision, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are set to make a big impact in the warehouse.

By: Louis Kok, Head of Marketing & Sales, Körber Supply Chain Automation

Inefficient and unsafe warehouses lead to lost time, productivity and brand reputation – none of which supply chain organizations can afford in today’s ultra-competitive, hard-to-retain talent environment.

Valued at nearly $168 billion in 2018, the global cold chain is expected to grow at a rate of 15.1 percent over the next several years.

As a supply chain expert, you know the strengths an SAP solution can bring to your operations.

Navigating an ever-changing political landscape can prove challenging for even the most seasoned manufacturers and retailers. Here’s how working with a third-party logistics partner can help.

Warehouses are held to high safety standards, and for good reason – they have plenty of potential hazards like machines with moving parts or falling objects.

Spokesperson: Poul Lorentzen, General Manager, Körber Supply Chain Automation

Modern logistics companies continually seek viable methods of addressing fluctuating product markets and shipping demands.

The newly integrated Körber brand empowers businesses across Europe to solve supply chain complexity and boost end-to-end efficiency.

Due to more products, more changing hands, and quicker fulfillment through more channels, businesses need to find new ways to streamline.

As warehouse automation continues to gain momentum in supply chain, what sort of impact can we expect for the workforce?

The rise of e-commerce and the on-demand economy have ushered in a “new normal” ruled by changing consumer expectations.

Today’s warehouses are under tremendous pressure to meet demand – and for many, warehouse management technologies are their only chance of keeping up. 

To overcome today’s complex supply chain and logistic needs spanning customer choice, convenience, and speed, standalone systems need to come together.

The challenges companies face in the modern cold storage arena are not only prevalent – they’re also continually changing.

Often seen as ‘static’ entities within dynamic and fast-paced logistics supply chain systems, warehouses can in fact play a crucial and direct role in ensuring successful and seamless logistics handling.

The varying international responses to the COVID-19 pandemic have revealed a number of supply chain vulnerabilities while also showing incredible resiliency in certain areas.

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It has been said that a company’s employees are its greatest asset. And for years, the warehouse and distribution labor gap has been problematic worldwide as companies have had trouble finding – and retaining – qualified personnel.

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As the pandemic causes shutdowns around the world, it’s revealing vulnerabilities within the global supply chain — as well as new opportunities for growth and development.

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To support changing consumer priorities, supply chains in North America are emphasizing safety and automation.

From falls to fatigue, warehouse labor needs to be as safe as it is productive. By implementing support systems and technology around workers, supply chains gain not only the benefit of a safe, pro-worker environment, but tools that increase adaptability and efficiency within the four walls.

Employees and customers are counting on you to keep orders moving through the warehouse. They’re also counting on you for safety, and with the high risks of COVID-19, balancing these needs is extremely difficult. But, it’s not impossible. Technology can help, and will continue to rise to the challenge in face of these complexities.

Traceability in the cold chain is essential to ensuring that products maintain their quality throughout storage and transport. Here’s how supply chain managers can improve visibility in the warehouse and beyond.

Back in March, I attended my fifth consecutive HighJump Elevate user conference. Elevate has grown steadily year after year, with the 2020 conference seeing its highest attendee showing ever.

With the recent announcement that our company will officially rebrand to Körber, we close one remarkable chapter of our story and start another. It’s incredibly exciting, and this change comes at a perfect time. Here’s a short video to give you a feel for.

Robotics & Workers, Human Augmentation Series – Part Two (5 part series)

By now, you’ve likely heard the news: Körber Supply Chain’s 12 sister companies will be charting a bold new course in supply chain technology.

In addition to optimizing the processes involved in supply chain management, robotics can also help keep warehouse employees safer on the job.

Advances in supply chain technology can help keep planes in the air and ensure that passengers arrive at their intended destinations on time.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring chocolate eggs and other sweets into Easter baskets each spring.

Customers increasingly expect companies to maintain ethical business practices. Here’s how partnering with 3PL providers can help build a sustainable and transparent supply chain.

Human Augmentation Series, Part One: Challenges

In recent years, the migration from traditionally installed enterprise software to cloud computing has accelerated.

The need for adaptable logistics systems is increasing: As online retailers promise bigger and better things, consumers’ expectations grow accordingly.

Robotic Technology And Automation. Are They Taking Jobs Or Creating New Jobs. The Impact On Job Opportunities.

Supply Chain Processes and Mindset for Digitization. The Supply Chain of the Future. Better WMS Solutions.