SupplyChain Magazine May 2017 | Page 23

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“ The introduction of robotics in supply chain will see the transition of skills in the industry and opportunities for workers to transition from mundane tasks into more creative , managerial roles superior to their new robotic colleagues ’

Guy Chiswick , Managing Director , Webloyalty Northern Europe
Transport Association ( FTA ) revealed only seven percent of all HGV drivers were under the age of 30 , proving there is in fact a need to replace this aging workforce in logistics . Robotics could be the answer .
The transformation of the logistics industry will welcome a more convenient , flexible and faster distribution and delivery service that will boost customer retention and lower supply chain costs for years to come . If one thing ’ s for certain , it ’ s that robotics and their steady infiltration into the supply chain are something to be celebrated .
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