Warehouse and DC operators continue to face a challenging labor environment. By the end of 2024, 25% of workers will be 55 years old or older¹. As a result, companies are focused on enhancing productivity and meeting the needs of their aging workforce, while looking for ways to attract younger workers to backfill future openings. This challenge is further exacerbated by the fact that nearly 80% of distribution centers still rely on manual processes². In an attempt to modernize their operations and better utilize their employees, Warehouse and DC operators are exploring the use of machine vision, robotics, and automation and how it can be integrated into their operations.
