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Closing the "Reality Gap": Why Real-Time Execution Is Becoming Warehousing's New Competitive Advantage

Productivity gains in warehouses and distribution centers are often limited by the "reality gap" between what digital systems perceive and what is actually happening on the warehouse floor, rather than by a lack of technology itself. The article argues that the focus should shift from automation to orchestration and real-time execution: continuously sensing operational status, detecting anomalies immediately, and dynamically allocating work and resources. Organizations that successfully close the gap can achieve greater resilience and more balanced load utilization, with competitive advantage shifting from assets to agility.

Part of the event: Industry Viewpoint: Warehousing Competitive Advantage Shifts from Automation to Real-Time Orchestration and Execution

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