When every pallet position counts, unplanned downtime or breakdowns in your automated storage system aren’t just an inconvenience; they’re a costly disruption. From production delays and missed dispatches to increased labour costs, even a few hours of downtime can have a ripple effect across your entire operation. For warehouse managers, engineers, and executives, maintaining consistent … Continued
A global sports nutrition retailer has transformed its fulfilment operations by deploying 73 Brightpick Autopickers, achieving more than 70,000 picks per day with just a handful of staff on site. Key Results 80% reduction in labour costs Return on investment in just two months 65% lower operating expenses The Challenge With over 6,000 SKUs and … Continued
For many CFOs, warehousing is seen as an operational cost centre – a necessary expense to keep goods moving. But the rise of automated pallet storage is transforming warehouses into powerful levers of financial performance. When approached strategically, automation can protect margins, unlock capital, and deliver resilience in ways traditional warehousing simply cannot. 1. Beyond … Continued
Every 3PL leader knows the pain of fulfilment mistakes. They seem small at first: ❌ The wrong SKU was picked off a shelf ❌ Inventory misplaced by just one slot ❌ A minor delivery delay that snowballs But behind each “small” error lurks a chain reaction of costs – returns to process, replacement items to … Continued
In today’s fast-moving world of e-commerce, 3PL, pharma, and retail fulfilment, the pressure to pick, pack and ship faster than ever is relentless. That’s why more businesses are turning to robotics—not just for isolated tasks, but for a fully integrated, end-to-end fulfilment solution. Enter Brightpick—a revolutionary robotic system that goes beyond traditional goods-to-person automation to … Continued
In the rapidly evolving world of warehouse automation, precision matters. Getting it wrong can mean operational disruption, costly downtime, or failure to meet fulfilment targets. That’s why simulation has become a cornerstone of modern automated warehouse solutions—and nowhere is this more evident than with Brightpick. The Power of Simulating Before Investing and Deploying At Brightpick, … Continued
Most warehouse automation systems focus on speeding up the pick. But what if the biggest bottleneck is actually where your inventory is stored? That’s just one of the problems Brightpick solves — not just by picking faster, but by constantly reorganising your warehouse in the background so you’re always ready for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges. … Continued
When businesses consider upgrading to an automated warehouse storage system, one concern consistently surfaces: the cost. Many UK companies, particularly SMEs, are assuming that the costs of automated warehouse storage are too high to justify the investment. But is that really the case? In this blog, we aim to understand the true cost of automation, … Continued
Automated pallet storage solutions are transforming the way modern warehouses operate, promising faster throughput, greater accuracy, and a more scalable approach to managing complex inventories. But not all automation delivers the same results. Without the right design strategy behind it, even the most advanced system can underperform, leading to bottlenecks, inefficiencies and missed ROI targets. … Continued
When it comes to modern order fulfilment, speed and accuracy are no longer optional — they’re essential. Whether you’re shipping cosmetics, electronics, groceries, medical supplies, or apparel, the diversity of SKUs can make automation challenging. That’s why Brightpick developed Flow Picking — a high-performance, Goods-to-Person solution that complements its autonomous robotic picking. And the results … Continued
Thistle Systems has unveiled the latest development of its Autocube® Automated Pallet Storage Solution, marking a major milestone in warehouse automation thank to its partnership with Dutch automation pioneers Logiqs, who were the first in the world to introduce 3D pallet shuttle technology. This next-generation system combines decades of proven innovation from Logiqs with Thistle’s … Continued
Discover how AutoCube’s 6th Generation 4-Way Carriers deliver industry-leading energy efficiency — up to 16 hours of runtime on just 2 hours of charge — transforming uptime, cost savings, and warehouse productivity. While Others Are Plugged In, AutoCube Is Picking In the high-stakes world of warehouse automation, energy efficiency is no longer a “nice to … Continued
Bakeries across the UK face mounting pressure to reduce costs, increase throughput, and adapt to rising customer expectations, warehouse automation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From small batch operations to large-scale commercial bakeries, automation is unlocking new levels of efficiency, flexibility, and reliability that traditional systems simply can’t match. At Thistle Systems, we … Continued
Thistle Systems, the UK’s leading integrator of advan ced automated storage and picking technologies, is proud to announce the UK launch of Brightpick Autopicker 2.0 – the latest evolution in AI-powered robotic fulfilment. Building on the success of the original Autopicker, version 2.0 introduces a host of breakthrough features designed to maximise warehouse productivity, efficiency, … Continued
How a Leading Pharmaceutical Distributor Unlocked Significant ROI with Automated Order Picking In a sector where accuracy, speed, and traceability are critical, one of Europe’s largest pharmaceutical distributors has transformed its order fulfilment operations through warehouse automation—with impressive results. Facing a growing volume of orders, a wide SKU range, and tight delivery deadlines across thousands … Continued
Brightpick, a leader in AI-powered robotic solutions for warehouses, has partnered with Thistle Systems, one of the UK’s leading integrators of automated storage solutions, to expand access to its end-to-end robotic fulfilment platform across the UK. As warehouses in the UK face growing pressure from labour shortages, rising costs, and limited floor space, many companies … Continued
Brightpick’s automated order picking solution is a transformative technology, which is helping warehouses streamline operations, reduce labour dependency, and scale with ease. In the evolving world of logistics and e-commerce, businesses are under increasing pressure to deliver faster, more accurately, and at lower costs. If you’re exploring how to futureproof your fulfilment process, this quick … Continued
Warehouse automation was once seen as an ambitious, almost utopian concept. However, with advancements in technology, innovative solutions like Thistle Systems’ AUTOCUBE® are making automation more accessible than ever. Businesses now have the opportunity to implement future-proofed systems that can transition from manual to semi-automated or fully automated operations, unlocking new efficiencies and competitive advantages. … Continued
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