WAREHOUSE/DISTRIBUTION

Whether it’s sustainability, eCommerce or other macro trends, beverage shipping and delivery continues to evolve. Suppliers are supporting systems with logistics, route accounting software, route and scheduling distribution software and more, which have digitized shipping and delivery. Suppliers are offering comprehensive ERP system that support operational efficiency goals. Inside the warehouse, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are advancing the necessary equipment for warehouses like forklifts, carts and hand trucks. In addition to diesel and gas powered vehicles, forklift manufacturers have invested research and development efforts to advance electric offerings. Meanwhile, carts and hand trucks support route distribution by keeping ergonomics in mind. OEMs of fleet vehicles are innovating truck bodies, chassis, interiors and more to support sustainable truck initiatives as well as ergonomic designs for today’s truck drivers. OEMs also continue to work with beverage operations in terms of financing — whether for purchasing of vehicles or fleet leasing.