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The aim is to optimize the material flow within factories using a smart goods inward station to enhance logistics and production control.

Supply chain optimization: A smart goods inward station for automated and demand-orientated material flow in the factory

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The aim is to optimize the material flow within factories using a smart goods inward station to enhance logistics and production control.
Proposed a smart goods inward station integrating cost-efficient control logic.
Utilized automated guided vehicles for unloading and delivery processes.
Applied microcontroller-based technology for tracking and completeness verification.
Improved pick-up rates through parallel removal options.
Reduced lead times compared to conventional systems.
Enabled transition to Industry 4.0-compliant processes.

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Demonstrates a novel automated goods inward station enhancing material flow in factories, implying increased efficiency.

Möller et al. (2026) studied this question.

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