Welcome to the first episode of Smart Warehouses—a video series presented by AK Material Handling Systems to help warehouse operators and business owners better understand the technologies shaping the future of material handling.
In this episode, Brian Koski, our System Design Specialist with over 32 years of industry experience, addresses the key question:
“What is Smart Warehousing?”
Smart warehousing is the integration of advanced technologies to reduce manual labor and decision-making. It creates faster, safer, and more efficient warehouse operations. Need help designing a smarter warehouse? Call 800-722-5908 or or contact our team to get started.
“The ultimate goal is to reduce labor costs and improve efficency”
Brian Koski, Warehouse Design Specialist, AK Material Handling SystemsExamples of Smart Warehousing Technologies
- Barcoding and RFID systems for accurate inventory tracking
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for improved organization and control
- Robotics and Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS) for faster picking and storage
- Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time optimization and system monitoring
Benefits of Smart Warehousing
- Reduced picking errors
- Lower labor requirements
- Decreased operational costs
- Improved order fulfillment speed
- Scalable systems for future growth
Whether you’re just starting your journey toward automation or exploring advanced technologies, smart warehousing offers a clear path to increased efficiency and reduced overhead. Learn more about our automated warehouse systems.
What’s Next?
This is just the beginning of our Smart Warehouses series. In the coming episodes, we’ll take a closer look at specific technologies, explore real-world applications, and provide expert tips on designing a smarter, more effective warehouse.
Stay tuned—and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch every episode.
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We deliver value to our customers by providing the absolute best combination of quality products, helpful customer service and competitive pricing. We specialize in warehouse layout & design, pallet rack systems, engineered sales, mezzanines, modular offices and completed turn-key warehouse systems. For more information email us or call (800) 722-5908