Can you imagine if we were at the beginning of 2013, or 2014? Surely you would still be adjusting the plan for the year with the team, even evaluating "automation" that was talked about so much at that time, and that was said to be something new.
Today, in the middle of 2023, things have obviously changed, a pandemic was experienced and with it, developments that surely were not even contemplated, were accelerated. And yes, today the biggest lesson is that nothing is certain, only the fact that tomorrow everything can change.
If you are a Director or Manager of a Distribution Center, and suddenly you feel uncertain about those things that you should be considering, or, paying more attention to; keep reading, we have solid key points to share with you.
It´s true, keeping up with innovation sometimes overwhelms
We understand that there are some functions over your shoulders that may not be visible but affect every other aspect of your responsibilities. That is why we created this article, where we are going to tell you about the factors that will have the most impact on your results, and tips that will help you achieve goals, stay updated, and have a high-performance team.
● Be willing to learn. One of the problems that we have noticed the most in recent months is the resistance to considering new applications and/or technology. And while it is true that it seems logical that "if it works for you, there is no point in changing it", the reality is that a Director or Manager must be planning 5 years ahead. In other words, staying safe with what exists today is one of the most common mistakes and one that costs businesses the most.
Say yes to learning about new technologies, new ways of doing business, new opportunities and markets. Learning new technologies will always be a good decision, and the best way to invest budget and time.
● Not all trends are for everybody. Just as you have to know everything, it is also important to have a strategic vision to identify which technologies are good for your business, the way in which they benefit your operation, and to know if you need to execute them or not.
Analyzing these questions in a practical way helps you operate effectively in a safe and solid way. If you doubt any application in general; a market study or a pilot tests that do not affect your daily operation, will be an excellent alternative to clear up doubts.
● The market is changing every quarter. This point is key, both in life and in the professional aspect. You´ll be surprised to learn that we still find clients clinging to 2020 audiences, not realizing that the market 3 years and a pandemic later has changed.
We suggest you embrace change as part of everyday life, that is, delve into the behavior of audiences all the time. The fact of knowing and being immersed gives us extensive benefits to project more effectively.
● Give Collaborative Robotics a try. We assure you that robots are not going to take away your opportunities, but the opposite, they will give you many advantages if you integrate optimally with your Distribution Center.
At G.I.E.icom we understand the uncertainty that is still experienced in LATAM based on this technology, which is why we have designed a comprehensive support service that helps brands go step by step with high-end collaborations (like this one), that stand out for its strength and effectiveness.
● Optimized resources. Well-directed and integrated technological and human resources give incredible results and are responsible (to a large extent) for the success of the supply chain.
Our last piece of advice has to do with valuing the resources you currently have. Make an exhaustive analysis of your current flows, objectively analyze if they work for you or generate loss or rework, based on this you will be able to identify where you have areas of vulnerability. Once you have it, then it will be easier to search for technology and training.
Currently there are integral designs that integrate multiple technologies that facilitate productivity, time, resources and give precision to the operation. For example, automated warehouses, classification systems, conveyor systems. If you want to know more about them, you just have to share your contact with us and we can show you their scope and success stories.
We are experts in the intralogistics industry, we have been part of the changes in the sector for more than 3 decades, and we have hundreds of success stories that give us the expertise that characterizes us today.
If you feel that you need to refine your strategy, or a diagnosis, contact us, we can help you create an accurate path to meet your goals for 2023. Contact us here!
