Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 4.93
…advancements in both hardware and software. And with robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) payment models, customers may not need to make major capital investments upfront. That’s not all. Robotics software is also evolving to provide greater visibility into operations, make robots more dextrous and agile, and gather and process data to train machine learning systems. Download this Special Focus Issue to discover the challenges and opportunities for businesses considering robotics, including the following: Reshoring and robotics trends among small and midsize enterprises How ease-of-use features could democratize automation for smaller manufacturers Top robots and automation from ProMat 2023 Collaborative robots and the RaaS…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.52
…chief technology officer, will present RIOS's session on robotics-as-a-service (RaaS). Facilities and operations can gain insights on how to maximize profit streams with the RaaS model with no upfront costs or large, unforeseen maintenance fees. RIOS also said that attendees can learn how robotic workcells as a service is transforming businesses every day and increasing productivity, despite limited labor resources. Mandy Dwight, RIOS Mandy Dwight: Customers of all scale, especially small and mid-sized players, find RaaS makes innovative technology accessible. This is increasingly important in highly competitive industries and geographic regions where labor scarcity and availability are hindering production capacities.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.96
…of their patients. So, What Does This Mean For RaaS? Mobile robots have the potential to assist many industries to alleviate staffing issues and enhance productivity- but adopting robots isn’t always an easy task. This is where RaaS (robotics-as-a-service) comes to help. RaaS companies offer a unique ability for businesses seeking to use robotics. Although the RaaS market as a whole offers varying types of robots, AMRs have become a popular option, especially among staff shortages as they’re able to move and make decisions for themselves. Rather than a business purchasing a robot, which can be very costly and overwhelming…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.81
…AI Co., an integrated security solutions, AI and Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) provider, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement with Shenzhen Kewei Robot Technology Company Ltd (“Kewei”) to acquire certain of Kewei’s robot business-related assets in China. Kewei will transfer select equipment assets, client base in the sales pipeline and related sales channels and staff, as well as provide rights to the permanent use of its patents, thereby enhancing Guardforce AI’s new Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) sales and capabilities. The purchase price for these assets is expected to be approximately $2.1 million U.S., which will be fully paid in the form of…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 3.76
…challenges that come with automating processes and have come up with an innovative solution. Our Robots as a Service (RaaS) model simplifies the automation process and doesn't require specialized knowledge. Our modular robotic workcells integrate effortlessly with customers' workflows, making the automation experience similar to using an ATM. Our low-touch automation process and 24/7 white-glove service allows for maximum returns on investments with minimal effort.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.49
…lift truck leasing going to morph into a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) arrangement? The short answer, say lift truck providers, is not overnight. Robotics adds predictability, and associated Cloud for lift truck fleets is already typically subscription-based, but it will take time for RaaS models to mature. One reason, says John Rosenberger, director of global telematics for The Raymond Corp., is that some earlier variants of automated lift trucks required guidance infrastructure such as reflectors or tags embedded in the floor. Such installations go against the grain of the as-a-service concept, he adds. “With an ‘as a service’ model, or a subscription…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.48
…manufacturer selected RIOS Intelligent Machines as a strategic partner. RaaS enables affordable, faster fulfillment Hit’s team members, along with its technology partners, worked with the robotics hardware and software developer to co-create custom workcells that use robots to decrease order-fulfillment time. The manufacturer took advantage of a robots-as-a-service (RaaS) model to support its operational goals. Instead of traditional capital equipment expenses, or capex, RaaS provides a monthly service platform as an alternative financing option. It provides operational value without the monetary burden of a large equipment expense at the initial phase of integration. Hit was able to deploy the personalized…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.36
…options. The company found Formic, which said its robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) offering delivers customized robots at a low hourly rate with no money upfront and guaranteed uptime. Founded in 2020, Formic describes itself as “a one-stop shop for automation.” The Chicago-based RaaS provider said its full service includes everything from planning and deployment to maintenance, “all in an easy, no-risk fashion.” Formic partnered with DesignHawk from Chicago to engineer a system that uses a URe cobot from Universal Robots A/S to automate Polar’s press brake application. The URe-based machine-tending system can produce 750 parts in 10 hours, which will save Polar…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.35
…hardware becomes more commoditized, the growth of robotics-as-a-service, or RaaS, providers will be more and more dependent on their ability to identify and solve customer problems. Data is key to understanding these customer challenges, as well as communicating solutions and results to end users. A data platform can serve as an accelerant to RaaS businesses, enabling them to easily access data from all their devices and build custom apps to leverage that data. Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. PT/11:30 a.m. ET In this free webinar, Jeff Linnell, founder and CEO of Formant, will discuss: How software leads…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.17
…picking system. inVia offers it through a robotics-as-a-service, or RaaS, model and claimed that it can boost warehouse management performance while reducing production costs. “inVia Robotics offers automation solutions that are a unique combination of autonomous mobile robots [AMRs], powerful AI-driven optimization software, and a full-service robotics operations center (ROC),” stated Sankara Narayanan, an industry principal at Frost & Sullivan. “inVia's true RaaS business model is appealing to customers because the company does not lease or sell robots but instead sells the productivity of the robots and systems,” he added. “The company bills customers based only on each robot's productivity…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.17
…now we are bringing it to the next level.” RaaS cuts costs, time to deployment, says Körber Körber Supply Chain said it provides systems for warehouse management and control, voice, order management, simulation, and robotics, as well as the expertise to tie them all together. The unit of Hamburg, Germany-based Körber claimed that its end-to-end offerings can help customers manage increasing supply chain complexity. The company said its robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) program will provide simple access to a global network of partners for every business size and industry, reflecting its emphasis on collaboration and serving its customer's needs. The new offering…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.09
…program. Often refered to as ”robots as a service” (RaaS), leasing lets companies of any size—from small start-ups to multinational enterprises—deploy mobile robot solutions with low (or no) upfront costs and low monthly payments. This lowers financial barriers for investing in AMRs and gives customers a near immediate return on investment (ROI). “While sales of our mobile robots continue to thrive, many companies still prefer to lease their logistics equipment rather than make a capital investment upfront,” said Thomas Visti, CEO, MiR. “Leasing the robots becomes an operational expenditure instead, enabling our customers to quickly get started reaping the benefits…