Scalable Warehouse Automation for Modern Retail and E-Commerce

advasolutions makes it happen: Our shuttle-based automation solution cuts operating costs, accelerates processes, and delivers real digital transparency. Efficient, scalable, and purpose-built for omnichannel and next-day delivery.

Profitability to the max

More satisfied customers

Sustained growth

Automation in action — ready for your warehouse

Proven. Practical. Performing. Our shuttle system is more than theory—it delivers, every day. Over 20 retail and e-commerce clients already rely on it at our advastore logistics center. They benefit from a flexible solution that’s not just developed and tested in real-world conditions, but is actively running—optimizing fulfillment and driving logistics performance.

Warehouse Automation in Retail: Your Advantages with Our Shuttle System

Later Cut-off Times, Faster Delivery

Enable next-day delivery and delight your customers.

More Storage Capacity

Gain up to 30% more capacity through optimal space utilization and dynamic storage.

More Efficient Processes, Less Effort

No repacking required: automation saves time, reduces staffing needs, and minimizes errors.

Full Traceability, Maximum Flexibility

Benefit from complete transparency with 3D scans and digital twins — ideal for a wide range of SKUs.

Retail Logistics Under Pressure: The Core Challenges

Shuttle-based warehouse automation

Rising Delivery Pressure vs. Rigid, Slow Processes

Rigid, slow workflows can’t keep up with customer expectations or demand growth.

Space Constraints and Inadequate Storage Structures

Limited space and fixed rack sizes reduce storage density and block efficient automation.

Labor Shortages and Cost Pressure

Skilled labor is scarce, costs are rising, margins are shrinking — making major investments risky.

Lack of Transparency and Flexibility

Difficult integration with existing warehouse and IT systems (ERP/WMS). Flexible solutions are needed, especially for brownfield sites.

Smart Warehouse Automation – Our Answer to Your Challenges

With advasolutions’ intelligent shuttle systems, you don’t just automate your warehouse processes—you boost delivery performance, create space reserves, and permanently lower operating costs. The solution adapts flexibly to your needs: fluctuating volumes, high SKU diversity, and fast delivery cycles. It scales with your business, delivering reliable performance in retail and e-commerce operations.

The Shuttle System in Detail

At the core of advasolutions’ warehouse automation is an intelligent shuttle system, whose seamless operation relies on the interplay of several key components.
‍
Autonomous advaShuttles move horizontally, vertically, and laterally within high-density advaRacks. This modular racking system with integrated tracks provides optimal storage capacity using advaShelfs — dedicated storage levels designed for items up to 800 x 400 x 200 mm (LxWxH) and 20 kg. The system handles both single items and mixed load carriers. advaLifts ensure fast, reliable shuttle transport between storage levels.

The Digital Core: Transparency and Efficiency in Retail Logistics

Everything starts with advaInbound: a fully automated inbound check using precise 3D scanning and real-time data capture for seamless goods receipt. At the other end, advaOutbound streamlines picking and shipping for accelerated dispatch.

The entire system is managed by a Warehouse Execution System (WES): AI-driven software that acts as a digital twin of your warehouse, optimizing every process. WES also enables seamless integration with existing Warehouse Management (WMS) and ERP systems, ensuring end-to-end logistics efficiency.

What the System Delivers for Retail Logistics

Direct picking at inbound optimizes workflows, cuts lead times from receipt to shipping, and reduces bottlenecks. The modular design handles any item type: single pieces, cartons, or mixed loads, lexibly and efficiently.

Every inbound is digitally documented (barcode, photo, weight, and expiration date), enabling full transparency and complete traceability at every process step. The modular architecture allows easy integration with any logistics infrastructure, from small-scale warehouses to large logistics centers.

Warehouse Automation for Every Industry – From Fresh to Fashion

Whether it’s fresh logistics, pet supplies, or consumer electronics, our warehouse automation adapts to your sector’s specific demands. For every product category in e-commerce fulfillment, we deliver the right strategies—from FIFO and best-before tracking to handling oversized or hard-to-manage items.

Pet Supplies

challenge: Varying packaging sizes and shapes, bulky items, complex storage strategies
‍
solution: Automated 3D scanning with BBD (best before date), weight, and contour capture; storage by FIFO or batch
‍
Your Benefit: Accurate data, reliable delivery, simple traceability

Food & Fresh Logistics

challenge: Strict BBD monitoring and temperature compliance
‍
solution: Fully automated inbound with digital capture and FIFO, no manual restacking
‍
Your Benefit: Minimized spoilage, higher compliance, improved product safety

Healthcare, Drugstore & MedTech

challenge: Strict regulatory demands and end-to-end documentation
‍
solution: Fully automated data capture with photo-documented inbound and batch tracking
‍
Your Benefit: Transparency and compliance with minimal effort

Electronics & Consumer Devices

challenge: Bulky, fragile, and awkward packaging
‍
solution: Shuttles for items up to 800 mm in length, no need for repacking
‍
Your Benefit: Safe, efficient storage and picking of large items

Tools, Home & Garden

challenge: Heavy weights, bulky formats, fluctuating volumes
‍
solution: Flexible racking system with variable shelf heights and high load capacity
‍
Your Benefit: No compromises on assortment or storage capacity

Fashion

challenge: High variety, sensitive and non-standard packaging
‍
solution: Gentle storage without repacking
‍
Your Benefit: Structured picking and high-density storage for fashion items

E-Commerce Fulfillment, Omni-Channel, and Returns Management – Complete Solutions for Retail

Our shuttle-based solution supports all critical process areas in modern commerce — from high-volume e-commerce fulfillment to efficient omni-channel operations and fully automated returns management.

Tailored automation for e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, pharma, and more.

Applications that make a difference: From automated inventory and batch tracking to high-throughput picking. Always precise. Always secure. Always digital.

Returns management: Automate the return and restocking of goods to significantly cut effort and costs.

Our solution integrates seamlessly with your existing systems, delivering transparent, scalable, and efficient operations across all channels.

Your Path to Automation: Simple & Secure

Our proven 3-phase process guides you safely to the optimal solution — from data-driven analysis, through seamless integration, to scalable operations.

1. Analysis & Concept

We assess your processes, warehouse structure, and storage systems to develop a customized automation concept.

✔ Data-driven, simulation-based, ROI-focused (typically under 2 years)

2. Implementation & Integration

We plan, install, and connect our components to your environment—physically and digitally.

✔ Plug & play, no major rebuilds

3. Operate & Scale

After go-live, we support you with training, service, and system expansion.

✔ Full performance and tangible benefits from day one—with room to grow