The logistics sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements, new consumer demands, and increasing requirements for sustainable practices. 2025 promises to be a year of deep changes in the infrastructure and operation of logistics centers. According to Giordania Tavares, CEO of Rayflex, a national leader in the manufacturing of high-speed doors in Brazil and Latin America, innovation in operational foundations has shifted from being a differentiator to becoming a requirement.
According to the report The Future of the Last-Mile Ecosystem, by the World Economic Forum, about 20% of global logistics operations are expected to be automated by next year. This trend reflects the need to adapt distribution centers for continuous, agile, and secure workflows using smart technologies.
“A modern logistics center requires everything from an efficient productive layout to the use of equipment that ensures fluidity, energy efficiency, and operational safety,” comments Giordania.
Logistics centers demand structures that combine technology and versatility. Equipment such as high-speed doors not only increases speed in loading and unloading operations but also reduces energy consumption and extends the lifespan of climate control systems.
The use of conventional doors, with slow opening or inadequate sealing, facilitates air exchange between climate-controlled and external areas, significantly increasing the effort and consumption of refrigeration systems, in addition to compromising thermal stability. “On the other hand, the use of shelters and levelers ensures efficient sealing, operator safety, and cargo integrity—competitive advantages in increasingly demanding markets,” concludes the executive.
