Warehouse Guides
How Automated Sortation Systems Improve Accuracy and Speed in High-Volume Warehouses
Whether operating in the space of e-commerce fulfilment automation or managing nationwide distribution networks, managers and logistics professionals must balance speed with accuracy to remain competitive. In these large-scale environments, automated sortation systems have become indispensable tools, allowing warehouses to sort, route and handle immense volumes of goods at a pace that manual processes cannot match.
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Conveyor Sortation vs. Robotic Sortation: Which System is Best for Your Warehouse?
Thankfully, the days of manually handling parcels in warehouse sortation operations are coming to an end. As automation continues to shake up the logistics sector, businesses are under growing pressure to streamline processes, boost productivity and make the most of all the space within their four walls. The main driver of this shift is automation. Two major players lead the charge: conveyor sortation systems and robotic sortation systems. Both serve the same purpose - that is, sorting products for dispatch. But the way they do it (and the results they deliver) can differ significantly. In this blog, we’ll compare these two warehouse sortation technologies in terms of speed, scalability, cost, space requirements and use cases, helping you determine the right fit for your operations.
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Micro-Fulfilment Centres and ASRS: The Key to Faster Last-Mile Delivery
Speedy order fulfilment and efficient last-mile delivery have quickly become critical differentiators for e-commerce, grocery and retail businesses. With customers coming to expect same-day or next-day deliveries, traditional warehouse strategies often fall short. So how do businesses keep pace with consumers who want everything yesterday? The answer is twofold: micro-fulfilment centres (MFCs) and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS). These compact, high-tech hubs bring goods closer to customers and move them faster through the supply chain. When combined, they create efficiency that’s tailor-made for the last mile.
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