A warehouse controlled and managed by artificial intelligence. Autonomous vehicles that guide us through this system. Data goggles that visualise stock quickly and easily. And drones that automate picking and delivery. This is the image we have in mind when we think of the logistics thinking in times of a digitalised future.
An image that is being realised to some extent, but is more of an "experiment". In most warehouses, many tasks are still carried out manually or by hand. In addition, warehouse management is often still chaotic and inventories are not very transparent. However, according to a recent Bitkom survey, two thirds of the companies surveyed assume that logistics will soon be automated using digital tools. At the same time, the "LOGISTIC Trend Index 2017" reveals that two thirds of the logistics specialists surveyed believe that too little is being invested in the digital development of companies in Germany. A full 87 per cent of those surveyed would like to see more expansion in their own company. Barely one in four companies is currently rethinking its options and strategy in this area.
High expectations for digital logistics
So how does this picture fit in with the high expectations of future digitalised logistics?
According to the surveys, this is mainly due to a lack of expertise. Most managing directors or managers have no idea how their way into the digitalization should look like. However, in order to remain competitive in the logistics sector, companies must take this path. It is therefore important to acquire the necessary expertise or to seek external help. A good solution when you consider that (according to the survey) very few companies shy away from investing in development. Another major advantage of external help is the external perspective. Consultants often recognise processes in need of optimisation much more quickly. This, in combination with the expertise of the employees, is the basis for the ideal digitalisation strategy.
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