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Empowering Smarter Distribution: The Critical Role of Integrator Consultants in Your Automation Strategy

As logistics leaders look to future-proof their operations, they face a complex landscape filled with critical decisions ranging from navigating supply chain volatility and shifting customer expectations to evaluating fast-changing automation technologies. Successfully planning, designing and implementing large-scale automation solutions requires specialized expertise that many organizations don’t have in-house.

This white paper from Bastian Solutions is designed to help you understand how the right consulting partner can make a meaningful difference in the success of your automation initiatives. It outlines the strategic role integration consultants play in optimizing distribution operations and provides practical guidance on how to assess their capabilities—so you can confidently choose a partner that aligns with your goals and complexity.

 

Why download this guide?

  • Find the right partner – Learn how to evaluate and choose a consulting partner that fits your goals and complexity. 
  • Go beyond the tech – Understand why process-focused strategies, not just automation, drive real results.
  • Know what OEMs and traditional consultants miss – See the value of objective, end-to-end expertise that prioritizes your full operation.
  • Leverage data & design – Explore how advanced analytics and simulation tools lead to smarter decisions.  
  • Follow a proven roadmap – Use a four-phase framework to confidently plan, design, and implement your distribution strategy.
  • Get industry- specific insights – Address unique challenges in retail, e-commerce, wholesale, and 3PL operations.

 

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