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Metro is the world’s leading manufacturer of wire shelving, plastic shelving, utility carts, high-density track shelving systems, and more than 10,000 other storage solutions for the foodservice, healthcare and commercial markets. For over 80 years we have been the most trusted brand in wire shelving and the creator of the 'industry standard' commercial wire shelving system Super Erecta. Metro is committed to understanding the needs of customers and channel partners, and provides innovative solutions that optimize space, improve workflow and user efficiency.

In Store vs. Dark Store Grocery E- Commerce

In Store vs. Dark Store Grocery E- Commerce

One of the obstacles slowing a grocery company’s decision about whether to branch out into e-commerce is the question of where to store product and situate the process of picking for online orders. Dark StoresCustomers don’t roll up and down dark store aisles, so who does? Personal shoppers (aka “pickers”) and in some cases, robotic equipment do it instead. Pickers, whether in dark …

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