New technologies in the retail logistics: Solution of risk situations

Abstract

The paper aims to present new technologies used in retail logistics. Firstly, it focuses on an identification of risks associated with retail logistics. Secondly, the essential elements of retail logistics are described. Such as transporting goods to a retailer, storing and preparing products for sale and finally, it includes moving goods in a retail store when purchasing a consumer. New technologies used in these elements of retail logistics are identified and addressed to help some of the risks associated with retail logistics.