Distribution and logistics

Our advanced network and solutions can enable automation to drive increased facility throughput.

Overview

Warehousing and distribution is becoming more complex, with demand rising for greater output at lower costs. We partner with industry leaders to create custom network solutions that help enhance efficiency, safety, productivity and inventory control.

Asset tracking in transit

Provide end-to-end visibility of assets across the organization, streaming information into enterprise resource planning (ERP).

Real-time fleet management

Manage a fleet of vehicles, and track their positions, availability and performance with the goal of optimizing usage and fuel consumption.

Route optimization

Plan efficient multistop routes that reduce fuel usage.

Early warning signal framework

Continuously process data from internal and external businesses to identify issues, and generate alerts and notifications.

Preventive and predictive maintenance

Collect data from equipment in real time to detect anomalies, reduce downtime and decrease maintenance costs of vehicles.

Quality assurance warehouse packing

Automate the manual warehouse quality control process by identifying picker errors or bundle errors in real time.

Product condition monitoring

Track and enforce compliance to industry-specific temperature standards and regulations.

Driver and vehicle performance

Predict performance based on historical data and present behavior.

Intelligent video

Get AI-enabled monitoring for theft prevention.

Cold/hot chain monitoring

Critical asset sensors monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures.

Robotics and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)

Leverage robotics and connected equipment for picking, moving, and packing orders and trucks.

Inventory sensors

Monitor products on shelves for proper replenishment.

Item-level tracking

Manage inventory and delivery to stores with low-cost tags.

Microlocation

Use SD WLAN-enabled geofencing and wayfinding.

Augmented reality

Visual tools can assist staff with product picking, packing, training and repairs.

Critical asset tracking

Manage assets from manufacturer to store.

Connected worker

Wearable devices, smartphones and tablets can provide an effective way for field workers to visualize, consume and communicate actionable information.

Disclaimer

The depicted use cases represent applications that can potentially leverage Verizon's communications and technology platforms. They may not be representative of solutions currently offered by Verizon or other third parties.

Solutions

Private 5G Network

Get a secure, reliable onsite network tailored to your business—to help keep you connected in near real time.

Internet of Things (IoT)

See how IoT can help you maintain safety, manage costs, boost efficiency and enhance customer experiences.

Asset tracking solutions

Discover how using a single pane of glass to proactively monitor the condition and location of your valuable assets during shipping can improve your distribution operations.

How IoT can help enable a demand-driven supply chain

Find out how using a supply chain model based on customer demand can help improve product availability and reduce overstock.

Simplifying remote monitoring of critical systems and equipment

Learn how condition-based maintenance solutions help you take action by bringing together advanced edge management capabilities, sensors and our award-winning network.

Near real-time supply chain operations

Learn how 5G can help give you end-to-end visibility of your supply chain and transform your distribution business.

Locating in-transit products

Discover how retail supply chain managers can keep up with rapidly evolving demands, and get clear visibility into what’s happening with products all along the chain.

FAQs

 Innovative technology can empower businesses to build resilient, agile, and efficient supply chains, logistics operations, distribution centers, and warehouses which can help them achieve improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs, and increased profitability. Some examples of the technologies include:

  • Real-time inventory visibility and tracking: Technologies like IoT sensors and GPS tracking provide continuous visibility into the location and status of goods throughout their journey. This real-time data allows for proactive identification of potential disruptions and faster response times.
  • Robotics and automation: Robotics can automate repetitive and labor-intensive tasks like moving inventory with automated mobile robotics (AMRs), and picking and packing items for customer orders. The automation can help increase supply chain efficiency and labor productivity.
  • Artificial intelligence (AI): AI and machine learning algorithms enhance delivery routes, warehouse operations, and inventory management, helping to control costs and lead times.
  • Mobile devices: Employees can complete tasks more efficiently with the use of mobile tools that help them locate products in the warehouse, communicate with others and access video training on demand.

The connected use cases above rely on having a reliable wireless connectivity solution that works across the entire enterprise facility, indoors, outdoors and in large open spaces.

Our Private 5G Network can bring customizable and secure network connectivity to your location, with the reliability and consistency needed to power connected devices, large volumes of data transfers and high-fidelity applications in a variety of operating environments.

Distribution centers are deploying innovative technologies that rely on having a consistent and reliable wireless connectivity that works across the entire facility, indoors, outdoors and large open spaces.

Private 5G Network provides ultrafast, low-latency, consistent and secure connectivity to support a large number of connected devices, data volume and high-fidelity applications in a variety of operating environments.

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