In the logistics industry, talking about digitalization is no longer an option, but a necessity. However, true transformation occurs when technology adapts to the operation and not the other way around, as explained by César Galindo, Director of Technological Solutions at Onest Smart Logistics .

Galindo shared how the company has gone from using Excel spreadsheets to developing its own systems that now manage millions of daily transactions, with a focus on security, flexibility, and empowering its team .

“Everyone talks about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data , but the real challenge is identifying what’s useful and what isn’t. Our customers’ information is precious, and if we upload it to a cloud without control, it can become a risk. For us, the priority is ensuring data security and governance,” he explained.

The company’s evolution has been what its director calls an “organic” process. Like most operators, they started with Excel to control small warehouses, but as they grew into larger warehouses, which today total more than 600 thousand square meters (m2) in Mexico, and thousands of SKUs (code that identifies a product), it was necessary to design a custom solution .

The company decided to invest in developing its own management system, One System , built from the ground up based on its processes, allowing them to respond to the specific needs of each client.

“We don’t depend on third parties. If they ask us for a different arrangement, we do it. Flexibility is key,” Galindo noted.

The company currently operates with Oracle databases in the cloud, with redundancy in Mexico and the United States.

This way, operations remain online even in the event of contingencies, complemented by a robust cybersecurity framework that includes AI filters, facial recognition, geolocation, and biometrics for warehouse access.

On the other hand, far from the view that automation replaces personnel, Onest Smart Logistics seeks to make technology an ally.

“We want to empower our people to work faster, more accurately, and at a lower cost. AI and digital systems are a support, not a replacement,” Galindo emphasized.

To this end, the company has implemented key innovations in its operations, such as real-time dashboards for managers and customers, allowing them to view orders, productivity, and fulfillment times.

Additionally, as part of facilitating the work of its employees and operations, it is in the process of incorporating glasses with vision and voice that provide instructions to operators and allow them to work hands-free.

In addition, it is beginning to use image-recognition drones for inventory , which incorporate software developed by the company itself.

The company’s technological vision focuses on the strategic integration of hardware , software , and artificial intelligence, with a guiding principle of data security and reliability.

“The future of logistics lies in real-time information and the ability to adapt to the extreme customization that consumers demand. Our role is to ensure that customers receive secure, flexible, and scalable solutions,” Galindo emphasized.

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In Mexico, one of the challenges facing manufacturing companies that choose the country to implement production processes is finding strategic business partners that align with their global vision.

Against this backdrop, GT+logistics —a member of the GT GLOBAL Industrial Group , with over 110 years of experience in Mexico—has consolidated a value proposition for AAA companies requiring customized logistics management. This is achieved by designing comprehensive solutions throughout the various stages of the supply chain, operating under rigorous safety standards.

GT+Logistics’ value proposition is based on becoming a strategic partner for companies established in the northeast region of Mexico, with global ties, and who saw nearshoring (relocation of production lines) as an option for implementing efficient manufacturing processes .

“At GT+logistics, the customer is at the center of all our operations. We have several drivers that motivate us to offer the highest quality standards, with technology being one of the fundamental pillars that positions us as a strategic logistics partner. Thanks to our advanced technological solutions, we provide services with world-class standards, aligned with the demands of the global market and the specific needs of each client,” emphasized Alberto Luis Zatarain, CEO of GT+logistics.

With the goal of establishing itself as a strategic partner, GT+logistics has developed its own warehouse infrastructure, currently exceeding 100,000 square meters (m2) . This storage network is strategically located in key regions such as the cities of Monterrey, Altamira, Manzanillo, and Veracruz .

“We operate as an extension of the logistics and supply chain department for many of our clients. We offer a portfolio of services that addresses various aspects, ranging from inventory control, in-plant solutions, distribution, last mile, and a series of services for the automotive and manufacturing industries, as well as the needs of global logistics,” the executive explained.

A strategic factor for GT+logistics is the integration of cutting-edge technology as a fundamental part of its value proposition. For this reason, the company has made a significant investment in the most advanced warehouse management system (WMS), which enables precise and efficient control of logistics operations.

This tool provides real-time traceability and visibility , which not only optimizes manufacturing processes but also strengthens distribution to production centers or end customers.

One of GT+logistics’ key differentiators lies in its ability to operate advanced warehousing solutions, including sequencing, just-in-time, and just-in-sequence services , specifically designed to meet the requirements of the automotive and home appliance industries. This specialization enables direct integration with its clients’ production lines, ensuring high levels of operational efficiency, inventory reduction, and mitigation of risks due to production interruptions.

One of GT+logistics’ most recent success stories was with an automotive OEM (original equipment manufacturer) client located in Nuevo León, which provided comprehensive warehousing, distribution, cross-dock, inventory control, kitting, and sequencing services .

The solution was tailored to the client’s specific needs, resulting in outstanding results, including:

• Inventory level reliability improved from 86% to 98%.
• On-Time Delivery Performance of 98 percent.
• 50% reduction in transportation costs as a result of operational optimization.
• Decreased material damage, remaining below 3 percent.

Service portfolio

• Just-in-time/just-in-sequence sequencing services.
• Storage and distribution.
• Freight forwarding.
• 3PL Solutions.
• Door-to-door transportation.
• Cold chain.
• Railway terminal.

Numeralia GT+logistics

• 14 terminals.
• +60 years of experience.
• +100,000 m2 of covered storage.
• +30,000 m2 of open-air storage.

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Körber, a provider of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), has been recognized as a leader in the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems 2024 report, which highlighted the company’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

Additionally, last year it was similarly praised in the Gartner® Peer Insights Voice of the Customer for Warehouse Management Systems 2023 report, where it received an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on user reviews.

Regarding this, Sean Elliott, CTO Software of Körber Business Area Supply Chain, stated in a press release that “over 70% of companies claim that the complexity of their supply chain has increased in the last year and over 80% acknowledge that the supply chain is part of their mission-critical.” He emphasized that this recognition is another milestone for companies to build agile, efficient, and resilient supply chains.

The press release highlights that Körber’s solutions have been transformative for various global companies and cites Fabfitfun, a US-based subscription company, which has efficiently managed massive order volumes during peak seasons thanks to the implementation of Körber’s WMS solution.

Similarly, Les Grands Chais de France (LGCF), a French wine exporting company, has experienced a significant increase in its operational performance by leveraging Körber’s WMS solutions.

Moreover, the adoption of Körber’s solutions is not limited to a specific sector, as companies like Officeworks in Australia and REWE International in Austria have experienced tangible benefits by implementing the company’s warehouse management solutions.

As explained in the press release, Körber offers a comprehensive set of solutions covering warehouse management, inventory control, order management, robotics, voice, and simulation, to enable global companies to digitize and automate warehouses and meet current supply chain pressures.

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