As operations continue to adapt to sharp growth in e-commerce demand brought on by the pandemic, warehouse/DC managers are weighing how quickly to invest in automation—and for what processes. Deciding which projects to move forward with in these unusual times, or whether it’s best to keep projects on hold, are decisions that continue to test materials handling professionals.

Finding the right automation for the application demands plenty of thoughtful, up-front consideration, but time is of the essence. In this session, our speaker offers an overview of what’s driving this need to automate; examines the automated solutions currently transforming warehouse/DC operations; explores how automation can best be applied; and offers a roadmap for how operations managers can create a plan to make sure the investment is on target.

Attendees will gain a better understanding of:

• How to identify the automation opportunities in your facility.
• How to identify the automation opportunities in your facility.
• The technologies available and their ideal applications.
• How automation supports flexibility, resiliency and growth.

Moderator

Mike Levans, Group Editorial Director, Supply Chain Group, Peerless Media LLC

Speaker

Bryan Jensen, Chairman and Executive Vice President, St. Onge Company

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