Navigating the UK Logistics Workforce: Strategies for Resilience and Growth in an Automated Era

Back to Resources Navigating the UK Logistics Workforce: Strategies for Resilience and Growth in an Automated Era STRATEGIES FOR RESILIENCE AND GROWTH IN AN AUTOMATED ERA 4 min read 60-Second Summary The UK logistics sector faces a critical workforce crisis, with businesses reporting significant staff shortages and more than half struggling to hire skilled knowledge […]
Optimising Operations: Strategies for Efficiency and Cost Control in UK Logistics

Back to Resources Optimising Operations: Strategies for Efficiency and Cost Control in UK Logistics 15 min read 60-Second Summary UK logistics and warehouse operators are under pressure to deliver more quicklyfaster, more cost-effectively, and accurately amid labour shortages, rising costs, and post-Brexit challenges. This guide explores how integrating warehouse software, automation, smarter layouts, and collaborative […]
Top 10 Metrics to Measure Operational Success: A Warehouse KPI Checklist

Back to Resources Top 10 Metrics to Measure Operational Success: A Warehouse KPI Checklist 13 min read 60-Second Summary Data-driven organizations outperform their competitors by up to 25% in profitability. This comprehensive guide explores the 10 most critical warehouse metrics for operational success: order accuracy rate, inventory turnover, on-time delivery, cost per order, picking accuracy, […]
American-Built, Globally Respected: Inside OPEX’s U.S.- Based Manufacturing and Production Powerhouse

Back to Resources American-Built, Globally Respected: Inside OPEX’s U.S.-Based Manufacturing and Production Powerhouse 4 min read 60-Second Summary OPEX proudly manufactures its automation solutions in the United States, leveraging in-house capabilities across machining, welding, painting, and proprietary assembly processes. With facilities in New Jersey and Texas, OPEX supports global demand while investing in local talent […]
5 Signs Your Warehouse Needs an Automated Overhaul

Back to Resources 5 Signs Your Warehouse Needs an Automated Overhaul 15 min read 60-Second Summary Watch for these five warehouse warning signs: increasing labor costs without productivity gains, costly picking errors ($22 per mispick), inefficient space utilization, inability to handle peak volume, and slow order fulfillment. OPEX’s Sure Sort X and Infinity ASRS solutions […]
How to Seamlessly Integrate Warehouse Automation with Your Current Operations

Back to Resources How to Seamlessly Integrate Warehouse Automation with Your Current Operations 15 min read 60-Second Summary Warehouse automation streamlines operations by using robotics, software, and equipment to optimize how inventory is moved, stored, and handled—reducing costs, improving order fulfillment, and creating a safer work environment. Before diving in, assess your warehouse’s technological readiness, […]
Safety First: Reducing Workplace Risks with Automation

Back to Resources Safety First: Reducing Workplace Risks with Automation 7 min read 60-Second Summary Warehouse injuries cost companies billions annually, but automation is changing the safety landscape. From reducing repetitive strain injuries to eliminating dangerous manual tasks, automated systems like OPEX® Perfect Pick® are creating safer work environments while boosting productivity. Discover how five […]
Leveraging Warehouse Automation for Enhanced Customer Experience in Retail

Back to Resources Leveraging Warehouse Automation for Enhanced Customer Experience in Retail 8 min read 60-Second Summary In today’s highly competitive retail landscape, customer experience is the ultimate differentiator. Retailers continuously seek innovative strategies to deliver faster, more accurate, personalized services. At the heart of this drive lies warehouse automation, a powerful catalyst that not […]
The Agile Warehouse: Modularity as the Answer to Market Volatility

Back to Resources The Agile Warehouse: Modularity as the Answer to Market Volatility 15 min read 60-Second Summary Warehouse operations must scale efficiently without disrupting existing workflows. This blog explores how modular automation systems, specifically OPEX® Infinity® and Perfect Pick®, enable businesses to grow incrementally without the downsides of traditional warehouse overhauls. You’ll discover how […]
Advancements in Cold Chain Logistics for Pharmaceuticals

Back to Resources Advancements in Cold Chain Logistics for Pharmaceuticals 6 min read 60-Second Summary This article explores how warehouse automation transforms cold chain operations, allowing pharmaceutical companies to maintain product integrity while improving worker comfort and regulatory compliance. From automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) to robotic goods-to-person (GTP) technology, we examine the innovations […]