With the manufacturing industries moving towards more efficient and sustainable operations, the concept of Industry 4.0 and lean manufacturing is becoming a reality. The fundamental concept of lean manufacturing is the reduction of wastage be it in time, effort, or inventory. The movement of material around the workspace is one…

Henry Ford once said that “any customer can get a car painted any color that they want so long as it is black.” Today car’s color is the least of the things a customer can customize. …

The tight labor market and space congestion were the driving factors of the technological surge in Warehousing and Distribution Channels in 2019. While these factors remain relevant in the current market, the COVID pandemic has added a new layer of complexity. …

Robots are revolutionizing market competitiveness, as they are becoming increasingly feasible. In 2015, manual welding cost three times more than robotic welding, according to BCG [BCG]. Robots were a viable alternative in 2015. Despite this, their adoption has been limited due to safety concerns and expert knowledge requirements to operate…