Warehouses are crucial components of the logistics industry because their operational efficiency determines the operational efficiency of the logistics. A warehouse was traditionally thought to be a location where inventory was stored and held before being shipped to customers or distributed to...

Robotized handling systems are increasingly applied in distribution centers. They require little space, provide flexibility in managing varying demand requirements, and are able to work 24/7. This makes them particularly fit for e-commerce operations. This paper reviews new categories of...

Nowadays, several industrial companies and distribution centres have even more interest in implementing automated systems for warehousing operations due to new market developments such as e-commerce. Robotized and Automated Warehouse Systems are generally composed of a storage area, with...