GXO has successfully deployed Exotec’s Skypod robotic system at its Venlo facility in the Netherlands to automate fulfilment operations for Guess, a global fashion brand. This advanced system is tailored to meet the unique challenges of fashion logistics, capable of processing between 40,000 and 70,000 pieces daily, with peak throughput reaching 2,200 order lines per hour.
The automation installation includes 127 robots, 60,000 rack locations, eight goods-to-person picking stations, and a 200-metre conveyor network. GXO manages various logistics services for Guess, including quality control and garment conditioning, while also preparing for e-commerce fulfilment in the Benelux market. This project highlights the importance of customizing automation solutions to fit specific operational needs rather than applying a generic approach.
As fashion fulfilment demands can fluctuate seasonally, the Skypod system is designed to scale operations effectively, ensuring that GXO can handle increased volumes during peak periods. Since the system's implementation, GXO reports that the operation has become more predictable and streamlined, supporting Guess’s retail distribution across EMEA and Asia.
Editor's Note
The deployment of the Skypod system by GXO for Guess illustrates a significant trend in warehouse automation, where tailored solutions are becoming essential for meeting the specific demands of diverse industries. This case emphasizes the need for logistics providers to adapt their technologies to accommodate the unique challenges posed by seasonal fluctuations and high SKU counts in fashion logistics.
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