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The digitisation of the local logistics industry will take centre stage this year as companies continue leveraging smart technology and innovation to improve customer service delivery and experiences amid the current economic climate, says smart logistics company Pargo cofounder and director Lars Veul. Despite the economic challenges associated with rolling blackouts and the rising costs of living, consumers are shopping online more than ever before.

While self-governing mobile robotics (AMRs) are becoming an important part of future-oriented factories, job development remains an essential element for a company considering AMR application at a facility to guarantee it stays worldwide competitive and sustainable, states industrial automation specialist Omron local marketing supervisor Cezanne Gonsior. “There is an unique opportunity to upskill employees to supply technical support where AMR is presented, enabling processes to be streamlined through the AMR and the employee and, in turn, increase performance and reduce the opportunity for errors.”

The previous couple of years have been characterised by various obstacles that have adversely affected the materials handling and warehousing markets. From riots and flooding in Durban, in KwaZulu-Natal, to ongoing energy challenges that have actually seen countless companies struggling to keep the lights on, the outlook for the growth of the sector has, until just recently, been rather dismal. Thankfully, the strong durability and agility of regional industries to overcome challenges has resulted in an influx of brand-new developments and expansions that have actually spurred a greater requirement for products handling and commercial devices.