Softeon Featured in Food Logistics: How Labor Constraints Are Accelerating Automation in Food Facilities

We’re excited to share that Softeon has been featured in Food Logistics in an article written by CTO, Mark Fralick, exploring a critical trend in today’s food and beverage supply chain: “How Labor Constraints are Accelerating Automation in Food Facilities.”

Today’s Labor Challenges

Across food distribution and cold storage environments, labor availability and retention continue to be major challenges. Rising costs, high turnover, and the demanding nature of warehouse jobs, especially in cold or frozen environments, are pushing operators to look for new ways to maintain throughput and efficiency without relying on a constantly expanding workforce.

Automation Takes Center Stage

The article highlights technologies such as:

• Robotics for goods-to-person workflows
• Voice-enabled processes that improve picking speed and accuracy
• Automated cross-docking and mobile sortation to streamline complex workflow are rapidly becoming essential tools for overcoming labor constraints.

Softeon’s Role in Smarter Automation

At Softeon, we’ve long recognized the need for scalable automation that integrates seamlessly with warehouse management and execution systems. Our solutions help companies in food and beverage and beyond leverage robotics, AI-driven optimization, and advanced automation to:

• Increase throughput
• Improve accuracy
• Enhance worker safety and satisfaction
• Build more resilient and responsive supply chains

We’re proud to be featured in Food Logistics and to continue shaping the conversation around the future of automation in food facilities.

Read the full article on Food Logistics here.