Episode 246

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10th Jul 2023

246: The Rise Of Robotics In Warehouses

The rapid evolution of technology has given birth to a new era of efficiency in the retail industry, with the use of robotics becoming increasingly prevalent. In warehouse or fulfilment centre settings where speed, efficiency and precision are of the essence, robots are transforming operations for moving and managing stock and orders. In this episode, join Oliver Banks as he delves into the world of retail robotics in distribution centres, examining the current uses, the benefits it brings, and the considerations businesses must take into account when integrating this technology into their warehouse processes and operating model.

Listen to this podcast episode to:

  • Understand the applications of robotics in retail warehouse environments, including stock movement, picking, packing, and stock control.
  • Learn about the efficiency gains, predictability and other benefits that robotics can bring to operating models.
  • Discover the crucial considerations and watchouts when implementing robotics in your distribution centre or fulfilment centre. 
  • Consider the future of robotics and how they could continue to transform logistics and ecommerce operations further.

The full show notes are at www.obandco.uk/246.

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Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks
Deliver retail transformation to improve profitability and delight your customers
The retail market is experiencing great disruption - from increased customer expectations, fierce competition and tough trading environments over multiple channels. Every week, join me, Oliver Banks, a retail transformation specialist, to get a bag full of insight, inspiration and ideas to kick start your performance.



You’ll pick up actionable tips and tactics to lead successful change – whether that’s developing lean operating models, improving customer experience, driving digital transformation or seizing omni-channel opportunities.



So, if your passionate about retail transformation and you lead critical retail change projects & programmes, then this is the podcast for you.



The Retail Transformation Show is brought to you by Oliver Banks, Founder of retail transformation consultancy, OB&Co. Find out more at obandco.uk.

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