The Internet of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) has become the latest buzzword associated with advancing technologies in the business world. One of the industries most aggressively embracing this process is manufacturing. In this week’s blog post we discuss what exactly the Internet of Things is and how industries can benefit from this changing technology.

Proper Lifting Techniques

It is important to practice proper lifting techniques when you’re required to do any lifting in the workplace. We’ve put together an infographic based on the steps outlined on the Mayo Clinic website for successfully lifting any object.

Reverse Supply Chain Management

The reverse supply chain is a business initiative that many companies are beginning to explore due to its environmental and cost-saving benefits. What is the reverse supply chain, how can companies use it, and what must they consider when deciding if this type is supply chain is right for their business? We answer these questions […]

Forklift Accidents – Causes & Prevention

Forklift accidents occur daily in warehouses and distribution centres. It is important to understand what leads to these accidents and what we can all do to help prevent accidents from occurring in the future. We put together an infographic to help identify the 6 most common reasons for forklift accidents and the 6 steps we can […]

Wearable Technology & the Workplace

Wearable technology – this recent technological trend has lead to wristbands, eyeglasses, and other wearable tech gadgets designed to improve our productivity and manage our lives. But can this technology make its way into the industrial workplace? There are a few companies that think it can.

Internal Theft in Warehousing

The retail industry has the highest rates of internal theft of any industry in Canada. But what goes on before those products make their way to the retail stores? Internal theft in warehouse/distribution centres is a growing concern. Theft at this level is harder to catch and can often be much harder to monitor. With […]