June 2019

Zebra study: Six in 10 plan warehouse automation to augment labor by 2024
Zebra Technologies Corporation announced the results of its 2024 Warehousing Vision Study, analyzing IT and operations decision makers' current and planned strategies for modernizing their warehouses, distribution centers and fulfillment centers. The study reports on the forward-thinking fulfillment strategies companies are focusing on to keep up with the growth of the on-demand economy. 77% of respondents agree that augmenting workers with technology is the best way to introduce automation in the warehouse, but only 35% have a clear understanding of where to start automating. 87% of decision makers are currently in the process of or planning to expand the size of their warehouses by 2024, with 82% anticipating an increase in the number of warehouses during this timeframe. [See Zebra media release] -- Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2019 by chb

Raben Group equips its drivers with Panasonic rugged handhelds
Raben Group, an international logistics company, has equipped its drivers in 11 countries with rugged Panasonic TOUGHBOOK N1 handheld devices to record and share transport information in real-time. Approximately 4000 Panasonic devices have been deployed in 65 branches of the Raben Group. The 4.7-inch rugged TOUGHBOOK N1 handheld combines the functions of a tablet, phone and a barcode reader. The devices are used to collect and provide real-time data on the status of shipments to provide customers with accurate arrival times. [See Panasonic media release] -- Posted Thursday, June 13, 2019 by chb

Honeywell rugged mobile computer speeds logistics and manufacturing work
Honeywell unveiled the CK65 Mobile Computer, which can boost supply chain productivity by streamlining and error-proofing work in distribution centers and manufacturing environments. The rugged mobile computer offers a comprehensive software ecosystem including Honeywell's voice-guided software, Honeywell Operational Intelligence, and a complete set of deployment utilities that integrate with popular mobile device management and enterprise mobility management solutions. [See Honeywell media release] -- Posted Monday, June 10, 2019 by chb