Automated storage systems

Category

Goods-to-Person vs Person-to-Goods: How the Principle Changes Order Picking Speed
05.10.2026
Automated storage systems
Goods-to-Person vs Person-to-Goods: How the Principle Changes Order Picking Speed

Order picking speed is not determined only by how many people and how much equipment you have. It is shaped far more by the basic logic of the warehouse: does the person go to the goods, or do the goods come to the person? That single choice drives throughput, error rates, the floor space storage occupies and, ultimately, the cost of every order line picked. In this article we look at both principles, break down where picking time goes, compare the approaches on key metrics and explain how to choose the right scheme for your warehouse, from spare parts and tooling stores to sheet metal storage on a production site.

More details
The Intelligent VerMet Warehouse: How WMS Eliminates Manual Sheet Metal Inventory Counts
18.08.2026
Automated storage systems
The Intelligent VerMet Warehouse: How WMS Eliminates Manual Sheet Metal Inventory Counts

Why inventory accuracy in an automated sheet metal warehouse is a matter of software architecture, not staff discipline.

More details
12 Myths About Automated Vertical Storage Systems: What You Need to Know Before Automating Your Warehouse
18.08.2026
Automated storage systems
12 Myths About Automated Vertical Storage Systems: What You Need to Know Before Automating Your Warehouse

Many misconceptions about automated vertical storage systems still exist. Some companies consider them too expensive, others see them as difficult to operate, while some believe that VLM systems are suitable only for small components or large distribution centers. Let's take a closer look at 12 of the most common myths.

More details
Vertical Lift Warehouses: A Path to Operational Excellence
15.07.2026
Automated storage systems
Vertical Lift Warehouses: A Path to Operational Excellence

Our new article looks at how TL-1900 to TL-4100 vertical lift warehouses reclaim space once taken up by static shelving, deliver accurate picking, and provide real-time, reliable inventory data.

More details
The True Cost of Metal Storage: Hidden Expenses and How Automation Improves Productivity
07.07.2026
Automated storage systems
The True Cost of Metal Storage: Hidden Expenses and How Automation Improves Productivity

An automated metal warehouse is not only state-of-the-art equipment but also an effective tool for reducing production costs. Learn about the hidden costs of traditional metal storage, how to calculate the economic impact of automation, and why modern businesses are switching to intelligent storage systems.

More details