The Material Handling Blog

Automation in material handling is often celebrated for its ability to increase speed, accuracy and efficiency while reducing operational costs. However, one crucial factor determining the success of automation projects is often overlooked: employee adoption. Implementing new systems isn't just about integrating technology; it's about ensuring the people impacted by these changes understand, accept and embrace them. When executed well, change management bridges this gap, driving both operational success and a positive work culture.

Change is not easy and not everyone adapts well. Fortunately, with effective change management, successful transformation can be reached with minimal issues.

Whether its automating the picking process with goods-to-person (GTP) technology or the pack-and-ship process with tapers and print and apply, the path to a successful automation implementation can be seamless and smooth for some organizations, but also, prolonged and strenuous for others.

Planning, implementing, and managing change is undoubtedly a difficult task if left to circumstance; nevertheless, these responsibilities are something many of us face.