Leading the Way: FAST Showcases Warehouse Innovation at SCMAP Visayas Warehousing Summit

FAST Logistics Group, the country’s leading end-to-end logistics solutions provider, took center stage at the Warehousing Summit hosted by the SCMAP Visayas Chapter at Bai Hotel in Mandaue City, Cebu on Friday, August 8.

Aron Christian Javier, Head of the FAST Warehousing and Value-Added Services (VAS) Business Unit, offered insights into FAST’s nationwide warehouse network and the tech-driven systems powering its operations nationwide. 

During the summit, he emphasized how the company’s strategic use of automation, data analytics, and real-time visibility tools enables more agile, accurate, and customer-centric warehousing operations across the archipelago.

“What sets FAST apart is our ability to grow with our customers’ needs. Our end-to-end logistics solutions are designed to support businesses in scaling up, streamlining operations, and reaching more markets with confidence,” he told the audience composed of business leaders, manufacturers, and aspiring supply chain professionals.

He also underscored FAST’s commitment not just to operational excellence but to purpose-driven logistics solutions that empower Filipino entrepreneurs and communities. With its massive infrastructure and nationwide reach, FAST delivers tailored logistics support for companies of all sizes.

Innovative Approach to Warehousing

FAST operates the country’s largest warehouse footprint, covering approximately 2 million square meters of storage space with an annual throughput of 1 billion cases. Across more than 70 warehouse sites, FAST uses the Honeywell Warehouse Management System (WMS) to enhance efficiency, inventory visibility, and order accuracy.

The system, Aron emphasized, improves efficiency, inventory visibility, timeliness, and accuracy, increasing productivity and enabling FAST to meet the growing needs of its principals — from multinational companies and Filipino conglomerates to small and medium enterprises.

The integration of Honeywell Voice Pick Technology further elevates warehouse performance. This hands-free, voice-directed system minimizes human error and streamlines picking operations. Employees receive real-time voice instructions, eliminating the need for paper lists or handheld devices, leading to improved accuracy, safety, and productivity across workflows.

What makes FAST a truly end-to-end solutions provider is its ability to go beyond storage. The company offers VAS by FAST covering bundling, labeling, and packaging of goods.

These capabilities make FAST a preferred partner for businesses in food, FMCG, and retail, among others.

Aron mentioned that FAST is continuously seeking ways to make its warehouse processes more efficient, accurate, and traceable, noting that the organization’s focus on continuous improvement ensures it stays ahead of the curve.

Legacy of Growth, Powered by Purpose

Aron also took the audience through FAST’s journey, from its beginnings as a shipping company in Cebu to becoming a logistics powerhouse with nationwide coverage in warehousing, transport, cross-docking, cold chain, value-added services, and selling and distribution.

From a humble team of 300, FAST has grown into an organization of over 12,000 employees, including 9,700 warehouse personnel, a testament to its evolution, scale, and industry leadership.

He framed FAST’s progress through three key phases, namely, the Age of Efficiency, the Age of Agility, and the Age of Purpose.

In the Age of Efficiency, he said FAST laid a strong foundation by developing strategy maps and standardizing its people and processes. This phase focused on building operational discipline and consistency, which enabled scalable growth and reliable service delivery.

As the company moved into the Age of Agility, it began harnessing the power of technology to enhance performance. Aron noted that FAST now leverages artificial intelligence and data analytics to drive productivity, improve decision-making, and gain a competitive edge in an increasingly fast-paced and complex market.

Looking ahead, he said FAST is entering the Age of Purpose. This next phase is driven by a deeper mission: to solve real-world logistical challenges and serve the Filipino people. Guided by this “deep why,” FAST aims to create more meaningful impact for communities and the broader economy.

With over 50 years of industry leadership, FAST remains at the forefront of end-to-end logistics and supply chain management in the Philippines. Our commitment to operational excellence and nation-building drives us to deliver tailored logistics solutions for businesses.

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