A logistics and storage company | Year in Review 2023

We uncovered the benefits of a deep storage facility for your business 

Businesses across the UK maximise the offering of storage facilities to help them with the stock flow and item storage. A storage facility allows businesses to understand their inventory management, release space in a busy office and have a central point to store their items that can be easily located when required. But what do you do with those items that don’t need to be accessed regularly? This is where deep storage from a logistics and storage company could make a difference not only to your bottom line but to your logistics solutions. 

Deep storage allows any business with a fixed inventory to store its items in a space that is safe, efficient and cost-effective. Deep storage offers space for a medium to long-term basis, allowing businesses to focus on their office capacity whilst providing a cost-effective solution to storing those items that you don’t need to access every day. 

Our deep storage service works well for an inventory that does not need to be picked, assembled or handled in any way – asides from getting it into place and passing it back to you when you need it. To understand whether deep storage is a viable option for you and your items, our team will work with you to understand what you are storing, how you would like it to be stored and how long you will need it stored for. 

Once our team understand your needs, we will then advise whether deep storage is the right option for you, and they will agree on the finer points of your contract, including a timeframe of which you will need your items back and how you would like it to be stored with us. As a leading logistics and storage company in the UK, Mango Logistics works with a variety of businesses, supporting them with their storage requirements. 

We looked into the near future of a robotics warehouse 

In recent months, the logistics industry has seen a staggering increase in the use of robots and automation within warehouse processes. Due to labour shortages and cost increases, companies are searching for ways to increase their productivity and production lines without the huge costs associated. According to Innovation Driven Resilience, around 38% of logistics companies have a working robotic warehouse, and about 23% are planning to incorporate robots and automation within the next 12-24 months.

Robots are already being used in a wide range of logistics, sometimes extensively. For example, robots are now being used to transport goods across continents. In fact, there are even robots that deliver packages directly to people’s doors. However, we can see that this trend will continue over the coming decades.

Over time, robotics will just slowly creep into more and more areas. This is because the complexity of the supply chains makes it difficult for humans to do everything themselves. As such, we will start seeing more and more use cases where robots perform specific tasks. These tasks include picking up items off shelves, transporting items around warehouses, and performing repetitive work.

We helped you understand the benefits of a logistics and storage company

In today’s competitive business environment, having an efficient and reliable 3PL provider is essential to help you increase productivity and stay ahead of your competitors. 3PL (Third Party Logistics) providers offer a range of services that can help businesses streamline their supply chain operations, from warehouse and inventory management to freight and transportation. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the various benefits of working with a 3PL provider and how it can help your business.

A third-party logistics (3PL) provider offers a range of outsourced logistics services such as warehousing, order fulfilment, and transportation. This can be an invaluable asset for businesses looking to reduce costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction. By partnering with a logistics and storage company, businesses can handle a variety of tasks such as inventory management, order fulfilment, shipping, returns, customer service, and more.

By outsourcing the logistics operations to a trusted partner, businesses can focus more on their core competencies and dedicate their resources to more strategic tasks. 3PL providers also provide access to a vast global network of suppliers, shippers, and customers, helping businesses to expand their reach. They also have the necessary resources and expertise to manage a complex logistics operation, which can help businesses reduce their costs of operations and environmental footprint. By leveraging their economies of scale, 3PL providers can help businesses to reduce their costs and optimise their use of resources.

Our leader, Daniel, talks all things leadership and innovation

The founder of Mango Logistics, your logistics and storage company, Daniel Levan-Harris, recently teamed up with Helm to answer some burning questions. During the interview for The Founders Brew, Daniel covered a wide range of topics related to the logistics industry and his inspirations, dealing with his dyslexia as a founder and the future of insect-eating in the Western world – yes! You read that correctly!

Over his favourite drink of a double espresso with a splash of hot water, Daniel explains that growing up with dyslexia meant he soon realised he wasn’t going to be a writer or a lawyer. However, rather than succumbing to discouragement, Daniel channelled his unique perspective, allowing him to conceive extraordinary ideas and uncover hidden opportunities that evaded others. His unparalleled gift lies in his ability to envision the bigger picture while entrusting the finer details to his dedicated team.

As a founder, Daniel believes resilience is key, along with building a great network and making sure the right team surrounds you. Watch the full video, and be sure to share it with your network of resilient founders.

We showed our sustainability and commitment to the environment

As a leading logistics and storage company, we’re committed to sustainable shipping and protecting the environment. By using eco-friendly packaging materials, optimising transportation routes, switching to alternative fuel vehicles, implementing energy-efficient practices, partnering with sustainable suppliers, and educating our staff and customers, we’re making a positive impact on the planet. We believe that by working together, we can create a sustainable future for all.

Using eco-friendly packaging materials: Our company is committed to reducing waste by using eco-friendly packaging materials, such as biodegradable packing peanuts and recyclable cardboard boxes.

Optimising transportation routes: We use advanced software to optimise our transportation routes, which reduces fuel consumption and emissions.

Switching to alternative fuel vehicles: We’re transitioning our fleet to alternative fuel vehicles, such as electric and hybrid trucks, which produce fewer emissions and are more environmentally friendly.

Implementing energy-efficient practices: We’ve implemented energy-efficient practices, such as installing LED lighting in our warehouses and using programmable thermostats to reduce energy consumption.

Partnering with sustainable suppliers: We’re partnering with suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability, and we’re working with them to find ways to reduce waste and minimise environmental impact.

Educating our staff and customers: We’re educating our staff and customers about sustainable shipping practices and encouraging them to make environmentally friendly choices.

At our company, we believe that sustainable shipping is not only good for the environment, but it’s also good for business. By reducing waste and minimising our carbon footprint, we can improve our bottom line while protecting the planet for future generations.

Merry Christmas from your logistics and storage company 

Another busy year is nearly over and we are proud of the support we have given our clients to manage their logistics and storage needs across the UK and internationally. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients and suppliers – we look forward to continuing to work with you all in 2024. Until that time, the Mango Logistics team would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year!