Deciding to implement ASRS is the first step on your journey towards achieving increased throughput, better accuracy, more control, better space utilization, and higher overall efficiency in your warehouse – all while reducing labor and operational costs.   The next step is just as important: choosing an ASRS provider to partner with. This blog post will break down the six most important reasons you should choose Kardex as your ASRS partner ..read more

How Spare Parts and Maintenance Kits Can Bridge the Gap for OEM Equipment Providers   In the face of ongoing economic uncertainty and higher interest rates, businesses worldwide are taking a cautious approach to Capital Expenditure (CapEx) spending in 2023. While some industries, such as gas and oil, are increasing their CapEx investments, others are postponing purchases of new machinery and equipment. But these assets, as they continue to age, are still a critical part of servicing the end customer so companies need to find innovative ways to make do with their existing resources while ..read more

Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) have become increasingly popular in modern warehouses and distribution centers, providing numerous benefits to inventory management processes. ASRS technology can help organizations streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining accurate inventory control. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore how ASRS technologies can support and significantly improve your current inventory management strategy ..read more

Inventory management plays a crucial role in the success of any business. Efficiently managing inventory can significantly impact a company's profitability, customer satisfaction, and overall supply chain operations. Two common inventory management strategies are Just-in-Time (JIT) and Just-in-Case (JIC) – but which one should you use? In this blog post, we will delve into what these strategies are, why you might choose one over the other, and how Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) can support these inventory management approaches.   ..read more

In the dynamic and demanding world of warehousing and logistics, businesses are always on the lookout for innovative ways to streamline their operations and improve efficiency. When it comes to effective inventory management, one technology stands out - Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS ..read more

In the realm of warehouse management, inventory accuracy and stock visibility are paramount. Even small discrepancies can lead to misplacement of goods, inefficient use of resources, and disappointed customers. Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) are increasingly being recognized as transformative technologies for improving these two crucial aspects of inventory management ..read more

Inventory shrinkage is a significant challenge faced by warehouses and distribution centers, resulting in substantial financial losses and operational inefficiencies. Shrinkage refers to the discrepancy between the actual stock levels and the recorded inventory due to theft, damage, misplacement, or other factors ..read more

Centralized inventory management is a strategy that aims to streamline and coordinate inventory management processes across multiple warehouse locations. This approach allows businesses to optimize their inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain efficiency by syncing up all their locations with one centralized inventory management strategy and hinges on knowing what is where at which warehouse at any given point in time.  ..read more

Real-time inventory tracking and control are essential to maintaining efficient warehouse operations and meeting customer expectations. Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) can play a significant role in achieving this goal, providing numerous benefits that can streamline inventory management processes. In this blog post, we will discuss 4 advantages of using ASRS for real-time inventory tracking and control ..read more

Order cycle time is a critical metric in any warehouse or distribution center. Order cycle is the it takes to receive and fulfill a customer order. It encompasses all the steps involved from when the order is placed to when the products are delivered to the customer. The length of time it takes to complete this entire process is the order cycle.  ..read more