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RSM Prof Albert Veenstra writes about research into modern developments in warehousing done by his colleague RSM Prof. Rene de Koster. Automation and robotics in distribution centers has gained momentum. The origin of commonly used technology dates back to the 1960s but the advanced applications are only about 10-15 years old.