Beginnings - Joe morris
Joe Morris joins TJ Morris (trading as Home Bargains) and plays a key role in shaping the company's logistics operations. He decides to invest in automation and software technologies to automate the supply chain, reducing dependency on labor markets and driving efficiencies and accurate order fulfillment.
The first
Joe Morris project manages the build of one of the UK's first major automation projects, the Home Bargains automated warehouse in Liverpool, using a solution provided by SSI Schaefer.
Keys To Success
Joe Morris makes the strategic decision to conduct service and maintenance in-house at TJ Morris. Believing continuous improvement is key to success, he felt owning the service and maintenance was crucial.
Growth begins
Joe Morris project manages the design, build, and delivery of the second highly automated site at TJ Morris, in Amesbury (Wiltshire, UK), delivered by Swisslog.
Industry Experience - Meet Jonathan
Jonathan Lane joins TJ Morris as Engineering Director. Working closely with Joe Morris, Jonathan leverages his FMCG sector experience to elevate asset lifecycle management standards at TJ Morris.
Unique Software
Jonathan Lane starts the development of a unique software tool that bridges the gap between personnel and automated machinery, reducing the need for a SCADA control room and providing engineers with mobile access to necessary information for safe and effective repairs. This solution also captures data to drive continuous improvement.
Building on what works
Jonathan and Joe further develop the software solution to manage building maintenance, cleaning, operations tasks, H&S, training, and contractor management across both distribution and retail sites.
Best Practises
Jonathan Lane, working closely with his engineering team, develops the ARMS Quality Management System to define best practice asset lifecycle management at TJ Morris.
Focus and further growth
Joe and Jonathan form ARMS Innovations. Jonathan leaves TJ Morris after 8 enjoyable years to manage and grow ARMS Innovations. The company secures its first major customers in the UK, employs 40 people worldwide, and achieves a £1.5m turnover.
the leading provider
ARMS Innovations continue to drive towards being the leading provider of software, consultancy, and engineering services for asset lifecycle management, continuously improving and growing with our partners.