LEADERSHIP
34 data : “ We have a big opportunity with big data because of the data scientists we ’ ve got and the tools they have at their disposal . We know that by feeding information into our analytics and inventory , we can begin to start predicting trends and patterns with returns , which in turn will help us optimise our warehouse operations .”
In addition , it has announced that is co-creating a 638,000-square-foot distribution centre with Nestlé at the new SEGRO East Midlands Gateway Logistics Park in Leicestershire , UK . The facility , dubbed a ‘ digital warehouse of the future ’, will be occupied predominantly by Nestlé for its consumer-packaged goods and but will also function as a testbed environment for XPO technology prototypes prior to global release .
The custom-designed distribution centre , scheduled to complete in 2020 , will feature advanced sorting systems and robotics alongside state-of-the-art automation co-developed with Swisslog Logistics Automation . The site ’ s digital ecosystem will integrate predictive data and intelligent machines to deliver one of the most advanced distribution management centres in the world .
Cawston says : “ Nestlé has entrusted XPO with the digital architecture for its future vision . Together , we will create limitless opportunities to explore new technologies in a state-of-the-art
“ We ’ re a company that communicates really clearly with our people , and getting around Europe and meeting them is my favourite part of the job ”
— Richard Cawston , XPO ’ s Managing Director , Supply Chain Europe
SEPTEMBER 2018