Intralogistics: making optimized and automated internal logistics and advanced technology attainable

Abstract

Intralogistics is an emerging concept which is constantly subject to technological developments and changes. It is an art of automating, optimizing, integrating, and organizing the logistics flow within the walls of the warehouse or fulfillment center. In simple terms, intralogistics is the process of moving the materials inside the facility using the most efficient methods.

Ranking of Autonomous Alternatives for the Realization of Intralogistics Activities in Sustainable Warehouse Systems using the TOPSIS Method

“…The development of contemporary technologies under the influence of Industry 4.0 has initiated improvements in all areas of supply chains. Logistics activities are a key factor in any supply chain and require a high level of productivity, flexibility, and autonomy [1]. Intralogistics activities are a critical subgroup of logistics activities that are focused on handling materials within warehouses, production, distribution, and other supply chain systems.…”

“…Intralogistics activities are improved by integrating warehouse systems with advanced Industry 4.0 technologies. In this context, flexible intralogistics activities are required to meet contemporary challenges caused by the growth of e-commerce, changing customer needs (more frequent delivery of lesser amounts of items), and the development of current technologies [1,3]. Contemporary Industry 4.0 technologies aim to increase the level of autonomy of intralogistics activities, improve productivity, respond to the increasing number of environmental challenges, reduce costs, humanize working conditions, etc.…”

“…In modern business conditions, different technologies are employed to improve intralogistics activities and minimize manual handling [1]. The relevance of selecting an alternative for the successful completion of intralogistics duties is highlighted by the growing trend of automation [3].…”

“…The relevance of selecting an alternative for the successful completion of intralogistics duties is highlighted by the growing trend of automation [3]. Among numerous solutions, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are viewed as the collective name for a group of robotic technologies that are designed to autonomously realize most intralogistics tasks and provide a sustainable warehouse as part of the supply chain, while autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) and drones are technologies that are currently in the implementation phase [1,3]. Due to their high performance, these technologies can rapidly and easily adapt to their environment and carry out a variety of activities within the whole supply chain.…”