A deep look at the three supply chain layers that determine profitability for European online retailers. European e-commerce is booming but growth without margin discipline is just expensive logistics. The good news is that research now points clearly to where the money is being left on the table, and which levers actually move the needle. […]
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Challenges, Solutions & Technology in 2026 European warehouse logistics is at a turning point. A convergence of structural forces labor scarcity, space constraints, rising e-commerce, and stricter regulation is pushing the industry to modernize at unprecedented speed. At the same time, a new generation of automation and AI-powered software tools is making it feasible for […]
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Introduction Many companies struggle with increased costs in warehouse logistics because of e-commerce and omni-channel. One of the first steps companies often take is looking for technical solutions such as automation or voice-pick systems to increase efficiency and lower costs. However, this approach often addresses only the symptoms, not the root causes of inefficiency. Thinking […]
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The Buzzword of Resilience in Warehouse Logistics In this very special situation with a pandemic, resilience has become a buzzword. Every business, not only the supply chain, is talking about resilience. However, what does resilience mean regarding warehouse logistics? Is it really something new in warehouse logistics? Automating Logistics for Resilience I subscribe to newsletters […]
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Introduction and Personal Observations I have made some conclusions during these strange times—no scientific research, just my opinions, so you have to take it for what it is. Labor Shortages and Automation in Europe The logistics business has different challenges depending on where in Europe you work. In eastern and southern Europe, the biggest challenge […]
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The Challenge of Sustainability in Logistics There is no doubt the biggest challenge in logistics—both transport and warehouse logistics—is the transformation to be sustainable. Adapting to new regulations (you can be certain there will be more and stronger regulations) and customers’ new demands for sustainable alternatives are crucial. Adapting to New Conditions If you want […]
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Warehouse automation is on everybody’s lips. You might believe automation is the answer to everything. There is, of course, a natural reason behind the automation hype. McKinsey Global Institute estimates that the transportation-and-warehousing industry has the third-highest automation potential of any sector. Don’t get me wrong, I am a big fan of technology, but behind […]
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The Importance of Transport in Logistics I have received questions about why I do not write more about transportation. It certainly is a critical part of successful logistics. Therefore, here are some of my thoughts about transports. Growing Importance of Transport Efficiency Like warehousing, transport efficiency is growing in importance. The main reasons are the […]
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In my twenty years in warehouse logistics industry, I have visited a lot of companies and warehouses in Scandinavia. The view of warehouse logistics vary greatly between companies, also the degree of maturity in development and knowledge regarding warehouse logistics. The priorities regarding investments and focus of development can differ significantly from company to company […]
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In order to increase efficiency and/ quality, you need to analyze the current workflow and working methods. For that, you must be able to collect and work with clear and reliable data. This is one of the reasons I propagate for an established WMS. The analytic tools is definitely features to look at when investing […]
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