What are the biggest challenges you face in acquiring, operating and maintaining automated warehoue systems?
Technical issues (26%) and a lack of skilled personnel (26%) are often interconnected. As automation grows more sophisticated, so does the need for specialized talent to install, troubleshoot, and optimize these systems. Finding qualified staffers, or upskilling existing workers, remains a critical concern, as does system downtime (25%), the cost of maintenance (24%), and workplace safety concerns (23%).
A smaller portion (8%) cited “other” challenges, which may include regulatory hurdles, vendor reliability, space constraints, or environmental considerations unique to their facilities. Making the warehouse a safe place Protecting people is always a top priority, so when introducing automation into the warehouse, there must always be a plan in place to keep workers safe. This requires a proactive, multi-faceted approach. As technology evolves, so
