Electrical supplies distributor Border States has partnered with Blue Yonder to power its first regional distribution center, expected to be operational by late 2026.

Border States will implement Blue Yonder’s Warehouse Management and Labor Management systems at the facility in Fargo, ND, with support from Blue Yonder partner Open Sky Group.

Blue Yonder Warehouse Management uses machine learning and automated workflows to improve warehouse operations. The system will help Border States boost accuracy, efficiency, and output. Blue Yonder Warehouse Labor Management will provide data and reports to help Border States better manage labor productivity, usage, and performance.

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Border States said the partnership will enable the company to:

• Improve warehouse processes to boost efficiency and service
• Manage inventory across its network to lower costs
• Support employee satisfaction and retention
• Track work in real-time using performance standards to increase productivity and reduce labor costs
• Adjust operations as needed to meet changing demands and handle disruptions

“These collaborations will help better serve our customers, scale our business through strong growth projections, drive operational efficiencies and enhance the experience for our employee-owners,” Border States VP of Supply Chain Strategy Tony Serati said in a June 24 news release. “Blue Yonder’s AI-enabled, end-to-end warehousing solutions will enable us to achieve these goals and build a more resilient and scalable supply chain.”