Phoenix as a logistics hub: Risks and opportunities of highly automated warehousing – A look at S&S' new center
· Source: xpert.digital
In short
S&S plans to establish a highly automated distribution center in the greater Phoenix area by late summer 2027, investing over $200 million to optimize logistics and transform North American distribution networks. The center aims to shorten delivery times, reduce reliance on manual labor, and manage regional inventories strategically to balance demand and cost. Challenges include technical complexity, energy demands, skilled workforce scarcity, and climate considerations, with automation technology like goods-to-person systems and proprietary ZeroTouch tech playing key roles in efficiency and accuracy.
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Tags: automation, warehousing, logistics, inventory, distribution, technology