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the-art automation, while an additional £5 million has been earmarked for enhancing e-commerce capabilities. Te overarching vision driving these investments is to ensure delivery performance today while laying the foundation for sustained growth tomorrow. Exertis’ journey began near Burnley,
where the company initially operated at a much smaller scale. Over the years, the company has experienced significant growth, expanding to operate across seven warehouses. Te culmination of this expansion led to the consolidation of operations into the enormous Burnley Bridge facility, which took 18 months to build initially and has been operational and developing for seven years. A key investment is the picking tower,
responsible for handling in the region of 72% of the stock keeping units (SKUs). Tis cutting-edge technology is at the core of order fulfilment efficiency – a crucial aspect of Exertis’ commitment to timely and accurate deliveries. Te NDC includes a 30,000 square foot bulk area to help provide flexibility for larger for items and also a sprawling 120,000 square foot mezzanine
floor, further optimising storage and operational space. Exertis has set its own benchmark by
achieving a 99.56% next-day delivery rate, encompassing 17 million units annually. Tis performance is a result of the company’s best-in-class operational capabilities, including a seven-day operation, five of which are 24-hour shiſts. During peak periods, such as Black Friday, staff levels rise to 650 to meet the increased demand. Recognising the environmental impact
of packaging, Exertis has implemented solutions to minimise waste and promote sustainability. Tere is a robo-wrapper, for example, that efficiently reduces the amount of wrapping material used, cutting down each kilogram used previously, to 650 grams. Exertis has taken a proactive stance in addressing the issue of ‘shipping fresh
air’ by minimising void space within packages. Trough advanced packaging technology, the company reduces boxes aſter filling to 8% or less void. Tis not only contributes to sustainability efforts but also optimises shipping efficiency, ensuring that each delivery is as compact as possible.
Te business revolves around the flow of vendor goods in and
customer goods out on the same day, but logistical operations can be adapted and tailored to accommodate the needs of its diverse customer base. As an added measure, DHL staff are stationed in- house, overseeing outgoing goods and ensuring that each shipment is correct for the courier to process and transport. Exertis remains committed to the ongoing enhancement of
the NDC, having recently closed other facilities to consolidate operations to Burnley Bridge. Te company views investment as a continuous process, adapting to technological advancements and industry demands.
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