OPERATIONS employees , who in return can take on valueadding activities in other areas . Automation is also an important step in addressing the general issue of staff availability .”
These are sentiments echoed by Keith Fisher , President of Honeywell Intelligrated , where he is in charge of warehouse automation for Honeywell , the US multinational business that specialises in aerospace , building technologies , performance materials and technologies , as well as safety and productivity solutions
Fisher says labour shortages continue to be a pressing challenge faced by warehouse operators , especially across Europe .
“ Supply chain managers are concerned about the time it takes to train the workforce , high turnover rates and the urgent need for digital upskilling ”
KEITH FISHER PRESIDENT
HONEYWELL INTELLIGRATED
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