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ROMS and LOGILESS Revolutionize Warehouse Automation with API Integration

ROMS, a Tokyo-based company specializing in automation solutions for logistics warehouses and factories, has taken a significant step in warehouse automation by announcing an API integration between their automated case storage system, Nano-Stream, and LOGILESS, a provider of automated e-commerce shipping solutions. This partnership aims to streamline the logistics process by enabling seamless data integration between LOGILESS and Nano-Stream, handling master product data, stock instructions, and inventory management workflows.

This API connection lowers the obstacles to automation, allowing companies to implement both systems in spaces as small as 100 square meters. Such a setup contributes to reducing labor in shipping operations, shortening lead times, and enhancing flexibility in handling shipping fluctuations. Currently, the integration is already operational with select early users utilizing LOGILESS Plus [WMS], making it ready for broader application among operators.

Background of the Initiative

The rapid growth of the e-commerce market has created pressing issues within the logistics landscape, including increased shipping volumes, a shortage of workers, rising logistics costs, and a need for better handling of shipping fluctuations during busy seasons. To build a stable shipping system that balances productivity and quality, the integration of automated storage and materials handling equipment has become increasingly crucial. However, barriers in integrating and operating existing systems often hinder such investments.

ROMS and LOGILESS have previously collaborated on innovations like packing assist AI to enhance the efficiency of e-commerce logistics. This new API integration aims to create a more realistic and sustainable operational framework, providing e-commerce businesses and warehouse operators with a comprehensive solution that integrates order management directly with automated warehouse execution.

Integration Overview

Through this API collaboration, essential data for inbound and outbound operations will be seamlessly connected from the LOGILESS system to Nano-Stream. This integration facilitates a cohesive management approach from order to shipment, further streamlining automation and labor-reduction practices at logistics sites.

Note: To utilize this API integration, users must have access to LOGILESS Plus [WMS] and confirm specific integration requirements.

Benefits of the Integration

1. Efficiency and Error Prevention from Automated Data Integration
The automatic reflection of inbound and outbound instruction data from LOGILESS to Nano-Stream minimizes labor-intensive tasks and significantly reduces the risks of input errors or omissions in workflows.

2. Continuous Operational Flow from Picking to Label Printing
The API link ensures synchronized shipping instruction data, allowing users to merely scan the barcode from the documentation generated after picking, leading to immediate output of shipping labels from LOGILESS Plus [WMS]. This avoids the cumbersome search operations on separate devices and error-prone label application.

3. Smooth Handling of Complex Shipping Operations
The integration allows for accurate management of inventory for multiple shippers within a single Nano-Stream unit, enhancing storage efficiency. This also allows for seamless operations during cross-product transactions without needing separate storage areas.

Comments from Both Companies

Masakazu Matsubara, Executive Officer / Managing Director of Product Division at LOGILESS:
“As the importance of labor-saving and automation in e-commerce logistics grows, the partnership between ROMS and LOGILESS will enable warehouse and e-commerce operators to realistically consider adopting automated warehouse systems. We will continue to build a logistics foundation that delivers value to both e-commerce and warehouse stakeholders.”

Hiroki Sawa, Product Manager at ROMS:
“The integration of LOGILESS with Nano-Stream has established a fully connected automation infrastructure from incoming orders to dispatch. The standardization of data exchange for instructions and actual performance minimizes manual processes and helps prevent inventory discrepancies between systems. We are confident this initiative will enhance labor-saving for warehouse operators and provide a stable shipping framework for e-commerce businesses.”

About the Services

LOGILESS

LOGILESS is an automated e-commerce shipping solution that allows e-commerce and warehouse operators to manage their workflow from order to shipment seamlessly. Businesses can accumulate order information from various e-commerce platforms and send shipping instructions through LOGILESS. By executing operations within LOGILESS, warehouse businesses can enhance efficiency in order, inventory, and shipment management.
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Nano-Stream

Nano-Stream is a compact automated warehouse system that allows for flexible implementation starting in limited areas and can scale to more complex configurations. Thanks to its innovative design, it offers high-density storage with superior transportation capabilities. The complete in-house production in Japan ensures high maintainability and minimal lead times of 4 to 6 months.
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Company Overview

LOGILESS, Inc.

LOGILESS aims to revolutionize EC logistics and improve the flow of goods across Japan with a mission to create the best practices in this sector.

• - Location: Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan
• - CEO: Minoru Tanaka
• - Established: February 2017
• - Website: LOGILESS

ROMS, Inc.

ROMS develops and sells high-performance miniature automated warehouses, high-rise piece sorting machines, and packing assist AI, offering advanced automation solutions tailored for e-commerce, retail, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.

• - Location: Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan
• - CEO: Yosuke Maeno
• - Established: June 3, 2019
• - Website: ROMS