While the traditional 9-to-5 shift remains the golden standard for most warehouse work, the nature of the warehouse labor market, as well as the wider world around it, are changing rapidly. In addition to alternative options for shift length and day- ...
Pallet Jack Safety Tips
While pallets jacks are smaller and typically more maneuverable than full-sized forklifts, that does not always mean they are safer. If operated incorrectly or carelessly, pallet jacks can result in serious injuries, including shoulder and back strai ...
Forklift Safety
Forklifts are essential to day-to-day operations in most warehouses, especially those with large inventories and bulky orders. However, like any piece of heavy machinery, it is crucial for anyone operating a forklift to know how to do so safety and t ...
How to Select the Best Third-Party Logistics Provider
Making the switch to outsourced logistic services is a big step for any commercial enterprise, especially if you are used to handling these kinds of things internally. However, while enlisting the help of a third-party logistics company can be benefi ...
How Warehouse Workers are Using HapiGig Like Uber
Platforms like Uber and Door Dash have changed the way people work. These on-demand jobs offer workers the ability to increase their income using everyday skills. The platform finds valuable warehouse positions, and the worker posts their availabilit ...
Agility Robots and Gig Labor
Many industries – especially manufacturing – have been severely impacted by the loss of well-paying jobs to automation for decades. Some gig workers could face similar challenges soon due to the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and r ...
Warehouse Labor Shortages in 2022
Traditionally, warehouses have experienced trouble filling available positions. Although the barrier to entry is low and the pay is competitive, many workers do not consider warehouse jobs desirable. Warehouses have a reputation for being unsafe, an ...
Top Warehouse Innovations for 2023
It’s no secret that the past few years have been incredibly challenging for the warehouse industry. Although some of the supply chain issues have been resolved, obstacles to growth and resilience remain. Innovative and existing technology can provid ...
Can Flexible Schedules Increase Warehouse Workers’ Productivity?
Over the past few years, the warehousing industry has faced many challenges. The industry is working to become more resilient, but many operations are not yet where they would like to be. Warehouses are counting on automation to make their operation ...
Top Five Issues Warehouse Employees Face
Every quality warehouse strives to retain its best workers, but not every facility succeeds. For example, warehousing is a high-turnover industry, and keeping shifts staffed appropriately is challenging for managers, especially during peak demand per ...