Like a car being made in an automotive assembly plant, the technology and equipment used to get — and track — real-time dairy data has improved tremendously over time. As today’s dairy processors churn out large volumes of milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, and yogurt, many are reliant on automated material handling equipment and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to improve productivity, efficiency, and accuracy.
In light of worker shortages, productivity is key, notes Mark Koffarnus, food and beverage major account director for Yale Lift Truck Technologies.
“The warehouse environment must be maximized to enable rather than hinder performance, which includes workspace and equipment being properly outfitted for productivity. A broad category of tools known as operator assist solutions can help lend lift truck operators a hand,” he explains.