Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.50
October 25, 2024
…the past 18 months, Vecna Robotics has worked with GEODIS, a worldwide transport and logistics organization, to develop an offering that could increase their case picking productivity by automating both robot travel and human work. Since fully deploying CaseFlow at its Indianapolis pilot site, GEODIS has more than doubled workflow productivity with no reported safety issues. “The warehouse segment is facing chronic labor shortages, and case picking is the most labor-intensive operation at many of our sites,” said Andy Johnston, senior director of innovation at GEODIS. “By implementing CaseFlow with Vecna’s robots, we were able to increase picking efficiency by…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 15.09
August 22, 2023
…“The nice thing is that existing clients such as GEODIS and DHL have expanded significantly,” he noted. “They're expanding their robot fleets within existing buildings as well as in new buildings.” “Locus’ consistent innovation, user-centric approach, and genuine dedication to customer relationships puts them at the forefront of warehouse automation,” said Alan McDonald, vice president of continuous improvement at GEODIS. “This milestone is a testament to its technological leadership and synergistic collaboration. We look forward to building on our work together and driving even greater efficiency improvements in the future.” In addition, GEODIS provides diverse use cases, such as handling…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.49
September 10, 2018
…CFO that included executives from Michael Kors, Canadian Tire, Geodis and a former Amazon and Walmart executive. Finding that key partner in the organization who can be a champion for the project remains elusive, as does getting the attention of senior decision makers. But, the labor issue came up in this session as well. Brock Eckles, director of strategic solutions for the 3PL Geodis, noted that a large consumer electronics company that is one of his clients has made a decision to invest heavily in automation because they can no longer fight the war over associates. Ron Kyslinger, a former…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.20
March 29, 2022
…customers interested in pallet jack Vecna Robotics customers, including GEODIS and Shape Corp., welcomed the new technology. “Vecna Robotics’ new cobot platform is an innovative, accessible solution for improving productivity in labor-intensive, underserved workflows across the warehouse,” said Andy Johnston, senior director of innovation at GEODIS in Americas.We look forward to future tests of the platform and continued innovation from Vecna Robotics on automating material handling workflows.” “Vecna Robotics’ CPJ is a versatile platform that complements our future deployments, while the flexibility and simplicity of operation allows us to tackle new use cases,” said Mahesh Nikam, shape excellence systems manager…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 12.10
June 10, 2022
…more than 80 customers. They include CEVA Logistics, DHL, Geodis, Material Bank, Shipmonk, and Taylored Services. Commissioning steps for a LocusBot Lombardi took the Reuters Supply Chain Execution audience through the basic steps of a LocusBot working in a warehouse environment: Locus optimizes the orders from the warehouse management system (WMS). Locus directs induction of containers. The LocusBot optimizes the path to the next tasks. Associates select items and place into totes. Robots travel to the next pick location with new associates. Completed orders are transported to the packing area. “The tablet on the robot is an iMac; it is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.76
February 14, 2023
…wasn't dedicated to autonomous vehicles or robots; it was Geodis' “Puppy Park,” where attendees could take a break with actual puppies. Geodis' “Puppy Park” at Manifest 2023. Credit: Eugene Demaitre It's never too late to start with robotics “People don't know where to start,” said Zac Boehm, vice president of robotic solutions at Hy-Tek Intralogistics in a panel on trends, opportunities, and challenges of warehouse robotics. “A lot of our customers say they want a robot, and we kick into educational mode. There's board-driven versus operations-driven decisions.” “What industries are most interested in robots?” asked Bob Trebilcock, moderator and executive…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.76
November 23, 2020
…and increasing consumer demand for e-commerce, retail, omnichannel, and manufacturing order fulfillment. Global customers, including CEVA, DHL, Boots UK, GEODIS, Port Logistics Group, Verst Logistics, Radial, and others, are doubling or tripling their fulfillment productivity while lowering labor recruitment, training, and retention costs.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.72
January 13, 2020
…in order volumes. Retail and 3PL customers including DHL, GEODIS, Port Logistics, Verst Logistics, SANDOW, Marley Lilly, and Radial are achieving 200-300 percent improvements in productivity deploying the Locus solution. “At HighJump, we love making our customers better – and this means leveraging the innovative technologies of tomorrow,” said John Santagate, Vice President, Robotics at HighJump and Körber Logistics Systems. “AMR’s in the warehouse is an area we believe will drive tremendous value. This partnership allows us to deliver cutting edge AMR technology to our customers and work collaboratively with Locus Robotics to conquer supply chain complexity with the warehouse…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.71
March 28, 2024
…with barcodes, according to the company. Customers include NFI, GEODIS, DSV, Barrett Distribution and DPI Specialty Foods (KeHE). “Gather AI’s cutting-edge computer vision and workflow software, purpose-built for inventory monitoring, has seen significant commercial adoption and rapid growth separating them from the field of other venture-backed startups,” said Ajay Agarwal, partner at Bain Capital Ventures. “We are excited to welcome Gather AI to our portfolio of companies such as Kiva, ShipBob, FourKites and Vention that are leveraging AI and software in the physical world.” The company says its AI software enables drones to fly autonomously through warehouses, scanning 15 times…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.46
July 10, 2020
…paper written by Andy Johnston, director of innovation at Geodis, a global 3PL racing to embrace digitization. In “The Rise of Robotics in the 3PL Industry,” he examines how using robotics in the 3PL warehouse enhances—not replaces—the workforce and thus helps to increase overall efficiencies for global shippers. “Working with robotics can make employees more efficient, and not just by reducing the physical needs on the job,” says Johnson. “Robots with an intuitive user interface that ‘speak’ multiple languages can reduce training times up to 50%. When many operations offer a pay-for-performance incentive, any saved training time can help both…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.34
December 10, 2018
…automated packaging technologies to optimize e-fulfillment and managing returns. GEODIS is utilizing mobile collaborative robots in its fulfillment operations. Last fall, DB Schenker announced that it is partnering with IAM Robotics to develop the warehouse of the future, utilizing IAM’s mobile, piece-picking robotic technology. And, DHL Supply Chain is utilizing mobile collaborative robots and smart glass technology in its fulfillment operations. In fact, a week ago, I had a chance to interview three DHL executives about a $300 million technology investment the 3PL is making to create its next generation supply chain. According to senior VP Fred Takavitz, VP of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 10.14
May 26, 2023
…application. Klunk, former senior vice president of operations at GEODIS, is a fulfillment operations veteran and brings over two decades of warehouse experience to Figure's team. Parkway Venture Capital led round Parkway Venture Capital led Figure's Series A round, with participation from Adcock, Aliya Capital, Bold Capital Partners, Tamarack Global, FJ labs, and KUKA Robotics CEO Till Reuter. “We're focused on investing in companies that are pioneers in AI technology, and we believe that autonomous humanoid robots have the potential to revolutionize the labor economy,” stated Jesse Coors-Blankenship, co-founder and managing partner of Parkway Venture Capital. “We are impressed by…
