IMPROVEMENT OF WAREHOUSE PROCESSES WITH DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

Abstract

Warehousing is an essential part of the supply chain, having a direct impact on companies' efficiency, operational speed, and costs. As the scale of goods movement and customer expectations grow, the optimization of warehousing processes becomes inevitable. Traditional methods often face errors, inefficient space usage, and high costs, so there is an increasing shift towards digital technologies. Automated Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RFID, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence allow for more accurate inventory management, reducing the probability of errors, optimizing logistics processes, and minimizing the need for manual labor. However, in Lithuania, the use of cloud computing is still lagging behind the EU average. To remain competitive, companies must invest in innovative warehousing solutions. This study analyzes the impact of digitization and automation on warehousing, comparing the situation of Lithuanian companies with the EU average. Based on the analysis of scientific literature, it is found that digital solutions help companies reduce costs, optimize operations, and increase competitiveness. The EU aims that by 2030, cloud computing and artificial intelligence will be more widely used in companies.