The exponential growth of e-commerce and omnichannel shopping platforms has also resulted in great demand for fast merchandise and product deliveries. The supply chain ecosystem is developing at an exponential rate.
Companies today look forward to reducing operational and transportation costs, boost productivity, and expedite shipment through the use of new technologies.
The impact of the new communication modes and technology on warehouse management is no less than a transformation.
The NetSuite partners and the NetSuite implementations help companies use the latest technologies and reduce cost, improve efficiency, and streamline their operations at an affordable cost. Below are 3 ways how technology is evolving and improving warehouse management today.
Agility of Operations
Human error may be the most common reason for the occurrence of inventory and supply chain issues (such as understocking and overstocking) in warehouses.
Apart from a loss of revenue, these issues also cause a loss of trust of customers and the reputation of the company.
Automation helps companies prevent and mitigate human errors and other issues related to inventory and warehouse management. Error-free operations can be provided by the implementations delivered by NetSuite partners.
Transformed operations are also devoid of recurring problems, which bring more agility to warehouse management. The Netsuite Partners may provide the best NetSuite implementations to businesses worldwide and help them have a modern and agile warehouse.
The best automation software and technologies also help companies better analyze the circumstances and data, which also leads to better forecasts (for instance, demand predictions). Thus, the new technologies help companies control their expenditures and avoid issues such as overstocking and understocking.
The modern warehouses of companies may also use the latest collaborative robots that are mobile and can replace humans for many of the tasks. The deployment of the robots and other automation technologies in distribution centers improves the accuracy of the associates when they pick the orders and complete their tasks.
Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Processes
Technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning help warehouse managers be more effective when they provide data-driven and accurate processes.
For instance, technology is used by the automated vehicles deployed at the workhouse for optimizing processes and workflows. These machines can complete their jobs fast by picking up their routes in real-time.
The machines reduce unnecessary walking and maximize productivity. Mobile robots as well as automated vehicles can make decisions in the least amount of time.
These aids also help warehouse associates multitask while allowing managers to conduct a real-time analysis of statistics. Artificial intelligence may reduce congestion, improve agility, and make the job hassle-free for all.
The use of technologies also ensures that the operations can be tweaked rather easily and can best suit the prevailing conditions. For instance, some extra units can be rented when the demand is high.
Safety is another important aspect and consideration of warehouse management that can be addressed by new technologies like machine learning and AI. The new machines carrying the new technologies and sensors can prevent accidents and make the workplaces safer. Hence these technologies may help a company avoid safety issues as well as related litigation issues. All of it helps in the saving of capital costs.
Better Accuracy
The intuitive and new technologies including the IoT (Internet of Things), sensors, barcode scanners, and others may provide for error-free and automated processes.
For instance, with the availability of the new technologies, the employees do not need to count each of the items manually or document the SKUs. Warehouses now have automated inventory counts and the data can be collected automatically through the use of technologies like RFID (Radio Frequency Identification).
For instance, an RFID tag can improve the visibility of inventory in real-time and transmit data automatically. Barcode scans are enough for documentation.
Conclusion
The benefits of new technologies help companies not only be more agile and productive but also help them gain a decisive competitive edge and advantage in the market. Their use reduces damages and provides for faster operations.
It results in faster deliveries and lesser wastages. The ultimate impact is positive customer satisfaction and an improved reputation and trust of the company.
Money saved through the use of new technologies can be used in other areas like research and development, and in developing the core competencies of a business. Leading software and technologies including NetSuite and AI improve the prospects of startups and established businesses alike.