Automation: The investment you can no longer afford not to make

Why companies are now taking the plunge en masse – and what you risk missing out on if you continue to wait

A more efficient warehouse, less pressure on staff, lower costs, and increased safety: it sounds like an ideal scenario, but for more and more companies, it is everyday reality. Automation is no longer a dream for the future—it is now the most important lever for remaining competitive.

So the question is no longer “Can we afford to automate?”
But yes: “Can we afford not to do it?”

The labor shortage? Automation is already solving it today.

Warehouses are increasingly operating with understaffing, and finding qualified personnel is a battle that many are losing. Companies are therefore opting for autonomous warehouse trucks that take over repetitive tasks for which there are no people available. This is not a futuristic experiment, but a proven solution—usable 24/7, without breaks, without downtime.

Higher returns, lower costs

Automation pays for itself faster than you think. Autonomous trucks deliver consistent work at a constant level of efficiency, day and night. This results in:

• Higher returns
• Lower operating costs
• Fewer claims
• Less absenteeism due to physical strain

Companies that take action see a clear difference in their figures within just a few months.

Automation is flexible—even for smaller companies

You don't have to be a multinational to automate. Thanks to scalable software, different types of AMRs and AGVs, and modular processes, SMEs can also get started without having to redesign their entire warehouse. Automation is now both feasible and affordable.

Technology is more advanced than you think

From autonomous transport platforms to narrow aisle trucks that reach heights of over ten meters, almost every task in the warehouse can be automated today. And when combined with digitization (real-time analytics, digital twins, route optimization, etc.), the efficiency gains are even greater.

And this is just the beginning

AI and machine learning are taking automation to the next level. Trucks that learn on their own, optimize routes, and perform more complex tasks... It's coming faster than you think. Companies that are on board now will soon be way ahead of the game.

White paper: The 5 crucial questions about automation – answered by experts

Would you like to know exactly:

• Which processes can you automate and which can't you?
• What is the ROI for your company?
• How can you get your staff on board without resistance?
• Which solutions are best suited to your warehouse?
• Which trends will make a difference in the coming years?

Then you won't want to miss this white paper.