The impact of Logistics 4.0 on corporate sustainability: a performance assessment of automated warehouse operations

Nantee, Natnaree; Sureeyatanapas, Panitas

doi:10.1108/bij-11-2020-0583

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“…In this paper, a novel model of finite throughput capacity of a CLN4.0 serving a CMFM cluster is proposed, which complements the similar already existing models of logistics facilities [13,23,54,65]. The distinctive features of the proposed model are the multi-floor layout of the CLN4.0, with operating floors located on different levels in each of the operating groups, as well as the number of freight elevators and their characteristics, and the efficiency of the vehicles used in various scenarios of loading-unloading operations.…”

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“…The sustainable development of city manufacturing and logistics in a smart city has been evaluated using a triple bottom line (TBL), which considers environmental, economic, and social aspects simultaneously [1,16,22]. A range of sustainable performance indicators have been used to assess city manufacturing and logistics across these three dimensions, during a predetermined time period [16,23,24]. The complexity of the sustainability assessment of city manufacturing and logistics with a three-dimensional approach has led to the development of indicators and reporting on certain aspects of their sustainability, related, for instance, to ensuring the supply of environmentally friendly materials, products, and technical equipment in a circular economy using electric vehicles, to minimize the harmful effects of transport activities on the environment [5,16,22].…”

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Smart Sustainable City Manufacturing and Logistics: A Framework for City Logistics Node 4.0 Operations

Deja

Dzhuguryan

et al. 2021

Energies

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The location of smart sustainable city multi-floor manufacturing (CMFM) directly in the residential area of a megapolis reduces the delivery time of goods to consumers, has a favorable effect on urban traffic and the environment, and contributes to the rational use of land resources. An important factor in the transformation of a smart city is the development of CMFM clusters and their city logistics nodes (CLNs); the key elements of the logistics system of a megapolis. The primary goal of this study was to examine the role of the CLN4.0, as a lead sustainability and smart service provider of a CMFM cluster within the Industry 4.0 paradigm, as well as its value in the system of logistics facilities and networks of a megalopolis. This paper presents an innovative model of a CLN4.0 under supply uncertainty using a material flow analysis (MFA) methodology, which allows for specific parameters of throughput capacity within the CMFM cluster and the management of supply chains (SCs) under uncertainty. The model was verified based on a case study (7th scenario) for various frameworks of a multi-floor CLN4.0. The validity of using a group of virtual CLNs4.0 to support the balanced operation of these framework operations under uncertainty, due to an uneven production workload of CMFM clusters, is discussed. The results may be useful for the decision-making and planning processes associated with supply chain management (SCM) within CMFM clusters in a megapolis.

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Smart Sustainable City Manufacturing and Logistics: A Framework for City Logistics Node 4.0 Operations

Deja

Dzhuguryan

et al. 2021

Energies

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“…In [4], theoretical studies are carried out that show the positive effectiveness of the impact of Logistics 4.0 on the operation of SM, in the framework of assessing the performance of warehouse facilities. At the same time, the work [4] does not pay attention and unreasonably misses the thesis that the efficiency of Logistics 4.0 is based on minimizing the loss of time by improving Warehousing 4.0 by introducing autonomous transport robotic means.…”

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Evolutions of Group Management Development of Mobile Robotic Platforms in Warehousing 4.0.

Nevliudov

Yevsieiev

Klymenko³

et al. 2021

ITSSI

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The subject of this research is the technology of management of mobile robot groups in the concept of Industry 4.0 and its composition. The purpose of this article is to find ways to implement an effective strategy for building and managing mobile robotic platforms in Warehousing, as a key tool of Lean Production. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to solve the following tasks: to analyze the management of supply chains in Smart Manufacturing, within Industry 4.0 and its impact on achieving the goals of Lean Production; to study the evolution of technologies used in Warehousing in the dynamics of the Industrial Revolution; to analyze the evolution of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) as one of the most important components on the basis of which the requirements for automation of Warehousing automation in Smart Manufacturing with group management of mobile robotic platforms are implemented and achieved; to compare the impact of the technologies used by Warehousing 4.0 and Warehouse Management Systems on the key indicators of Lean Production. Results: One of the promising ways to achieve the effectiveness of the implementation of Lean Production tools in WMS systems is the use of Collaborative Robot System technology, which makes it possible to ensure a high density of product storage in Warehousing. However, modern mobile robotic platforms have their limitations both in the methods of loading and unloading products, and in the design. Therefore, the authors see the task in improving the design of mobile robotic platforms, which will develop a new intelligent group method of loading and unloading products, increasing the storage density for a variety of goods. Conclusions: The paper compares the impact of Warehousing 4.0 and Warehouse Management Systems on key Lean Production tools, which shows how the introduction of new group management technologies for robotic platforms in Warehousing 4.0 and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) affects the effectiveness of Lean Production tools such as Heijunka, Just-in-time, 5S. This suggests that the introduction of new models and methods of managing complex warehouses with high density and chaotic storage of products, through the use of mobile robotic autonomous systems, will significantly optimize the process of supply chain management in Smart Manufacturing.

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“…IoT systems, for instance, can control environmental conditions within warehouses through automatic sensors, which results in a remarkable drop in waste generation and accidental damages. Fully automated technologies are also considered more resource-efficient (less consumption of energy and water) (Trab et al, 2017;Nantee and Sureeyatanapas, 2021). Indeed, the penetration of Industry 4.0 technologies can entirely transform the traditional business model into more sustainable warehousing.…”

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Industry 4.0 technologies and sustainable warehousing: a systematic literature review and future research agenda

Ali

Phan

2022

IJLM

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PurposeRobust and efficient warehouse management is pivotal to the success of contemporary logistics and business productivity. Given the recent technological revolutions and the rising pressure for sustainable warehouse activities, the recent literature continues to grow on Industry 4.0 technologies and sustainable warehousing. Following this, the review aims to explore current state-of-the-art, knowledge development, the focus of research, methodological development and knowledge gaps for more impactful future research on this important yet underexplored topic.Design/methodology/approachA widely accepted systematic literature review (SLR) methodology was employed on a sample of 46 articles retrieved from multiple search queries in the three large databases: Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar.FindingsThe authors’ analysis unveils several interesting findings: the positive linkage between various Industry 4.0 technologies and the three main pillars (economic, social, environmental) of sustainable warehousing; the paucity of large scale empirical research, specifically in the context of COVID-19; imbalance amid studies on three main aspects of warehouse sustainability; partial application of Industry 4.0 technologies; and disproportion in scholarly focus between numerous warehouse activities and Industry 4.0 technologies.Practical implicationsThe authors integrate research findings from a pool of studies, thereby improving the understanding of practitioners on how different Industry 4.0 technologies relate to sustainable warehousing.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first SLR at the intersection of Industry 4.0 technologies and sustainable warehousing. Our review expands the existing knowledge base, devises a conceptual framework and suggests avenues for fruitful future research on this emerging area.

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The impact of Logistics 4.0 on corporate sustainability: a performance assessment of automated warehouse operations

Cited by 64 publications

References 80 publications

Smart Sustainable City Manufacturing and Logistics: A Framework for City Logistics Node 4.0 Operations

Smart Sustainable City Manufacturing and Logistics: A Framework for City Logistics Node 4.0 Operations

Evolutions of Group Management Development of Mobile Robotic Platforms in Warehousing 4.0.

Industry 4.0 technologies and sustainable warehousing: a systematic literature review and future research agenda

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