Cargo Breaking News
S A Mohan, Founder Director, Warehousing Association of India (WAI), CEO & Director at Armes Maini Storage Systems shared his views on National Logistics Policy and said, “NLP is the first step towards a unified approach to the logistics industry. There are several elements in logistics such as multi-modal transportation, warehousing & related infrastructure. NLP has specifically set out the agenda for Digitization, Unified Platform, all of which are directed towards a transparent system visible to stakeholders across all modes of transport and regulatory authorities. As the platforms go live, ease of doing business will be enabled resulting in improved efficiency and speed. Cost of logistics will drop over time when overall system begins to function seamlessly.”
He added, “Modern Warehouse Infrastructure is another significant element for efficient logistics and growth of the economy. The release of E-Handbook for Warehouse in collaboration with Warehouse Association of India is the first step towards standardization of Warehouses. The handbook is a key resource for development of Modern Warehouses for developers and related stakeholders including end users.”
“Along with development of Modern Warehouses, size and scale will be significant to drive improved efficiencies in operations and costs. Well designed, safe Storage Racking & Shelving Systems, efficient Material Handling Equipment, Conveyors, High Speed Sortation Systems, Cargo Lifts etc., will facilitate cost and operational efficiencies at scale for Warehouses. Modern Warehouses will allow deployment of Automated Material Handling solutions. Automation is available from entry level to sophisticated solutions depending on business needs,” he further noted.
Summarising it, Mohan said, “NLP and E-Handbook for Warehouse is a good beginning to develop Logistics Infrastructure for India’s growth towards US$ 5 Trillion Economy and beyond.”
