Amer Sports Case Study

Amer Sports Prioritizes Workforce Engagement with Flexible Automation

Amer Sports, a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, launched a new distribution facility in Belleville, Ontario to support growth and create a modern, employee-focused environment. To meet peak season demands and rising customer expectations, the company partnered with Bastian Solutions to implement a flexible automation system.

A detailed consulting study guided the design of a scalable solution centered on the Exotec Skypod System, a modular, goods-to-person picking platform that adapts as business needs evolve. Supporting systems — including Bastian’s WCS, energy-efficient conveyors and right-size packaging equipment — work together to streamline operations, increase throughput and improve accuracy.

The result is a high-performance, future-ready fulfillment center designed to enhance agility, reduce manual effort, and improve the overall employee and customer experience.

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Key Technologies

Exotec Skypod System: modular goods-to-person robotic picking
Exacta warehouse control system (WCS) for real-time package routing and scanning
Bastian sortation conveyor system
Right-size packaging equipment to reduce waste and improve order fit

“When we looked at the Exotec system, we really were looking for something that was scalable, something that would be able to bolt onto too easily, that would be able to adapt to our business needs as they evolved.” – Bradley Dow, Director of Distribution & IT Operations.

Results

Amer Sports’ investment in scalable automation enables high-volume fulfillment with flexibility, resilience, and a strong focus on people and performance.

Enhanced agility during peak season – Automation helps the team stay focused on order fulfillment
Scalable architecture – System can grow with business via modular robotics and infrastructure
Improved employee engagement – Ergonomic workflows and reduced manual handling
Faster order processing – Seamless routing and smart automation boost throughput
Future-ready facility – Designed to evolve with Amer Sports' operational needs and growth