Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.57
June 20, 2024
…company had proven several use cases for its autonomous delivery technology, and utilized xBridge to test out aviation as a potential market. That company is called Ottonomy. Ottonomy finds applications for autonomous delivery robots Before starting Ottonomy, CEO Ritukar Vijay worked for a company called Aptiv in Germany, leading the development of BMW’s urban autonomous cars. He realized creating a viable business model would require more time to develop the technology, sort out legality, and change public perceptions. “That's how we thought, ‘Where can these autonomous systems help?’ Vijay said. “And we focused around the delivery space, which was not…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.51
March 11, 2020
…distribution, warehousing and manufacturing sectors. It automates crossdocking, line-side delivery, replenishment, case-picking, and oversized/non-standard SKU delivery. “Pivotal not only manages the orchestration, but it also provides incredible, real-time insights into a company’s operations,” said Daniel Theobald, founder and CEO. “This not only improves productivity, but it also empowers the individual worker.” This week, Vecna also announced the expansion of its partnership with UniCarriers Americas, which will manufacture and promote pallet jacks running Pivotal. Modex 2020 is scheduled to be held March 9-12 at Georgia’s World Congress Center in Atlanta. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.51
August 21, 2018
…the rise in e-commerce and the need for quick delivery of goods. Amazon and other retailers are analyzing their supply chains and shifting how developers view warehouse space. By 2028, 40 percent of all parcels will be delivered within two hours, according to a study released earlier this year by Zebra Technologies. “The changes we’re undergoing right now are coming at a pace we’ve never seen before,” said Garrick Brown, vice president and head of retail research, Americas, at commercial brokerage Cushman & Wakefield. “The evolution in the next 10 years will match what we’ve seen in the last 40.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.45
September 10, 2019
…fulfillment centers, coupled with machine learning to ensure timely deliveries and lower shipping costs, putting their brand and customer experience front and center. A Shopify spokesperson told LM that the Shopify Fulfillment Network is designed to provide timely deliveries, lower shipping costs, and superb customer experience for merchants and their customers, adding that this acquisition is a critical step to accelerate its growth. “Shopify and 6 River Systems have a shared vision to change the game in fulfillment, by applying the best technology to help companies of all sizes compete,” said the spokesperson. “Our plan is that logistics providers that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.43
April 10, 2019
…digital technologies can improve on factors such as faster deliveries and cycle times. Increasingly, she added, technology providers are helping companies quantify the value of factors like faster deliveries. “The pace of supply chain innovation over the six years of our survey is truly astounding, creating real and measurable competitive advantage for early adopters,” commented Prest in a statement about the 2019 report. “With supply chain complexity showing no signs of slowing, the risk of inaction is only growing. Leading manufacturing and supply chain executives agree that technology is the key to future success.” The report can be downloaded via…
Found in Robotics White Papers & Archives, with a score of 8.41
June 01, 2022
…Service (RaaS) is a paradigm-shifting new business and service delivery model for robotics. This arrangement dramatically reduces the barrier to entry for introducing robotics into any industry by delivering a robotics-driven solution on a subscription basis. However, the advantages of RaaS solutions extend far beyond the sticker price. In a traditional model, businesses would identify a need for automation, seek out the right hardware for the situation, and then purchase—or build themselves—whatever corresponding software was required to control and manage their new robot fleet. Maintenance, upgrades, and operational management would also fall on their shoulders. The limitations of this arrangement…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.37
December 05, 2022
…autonomous trucking service, Aurora Horizon, and is doing weekly deliveries of consumer and wholesale goods throughout the state. Uber Freight’s trucks are based on the PACCAR Peterbilt 579M. Pittsburgh-based Aurora said its autonomous technology is being developed to offer carriers a reliable supply of “drivers.” The company said testing and validating the technology during such a busy time of year “highlights its potential to respond quickly as demand rises and supply chain needs fluctuate.” Aurora added the service also has safety benefits since the holiday season is often considered to be a dangerous time to be on the road. “The…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.37
September 18, 2023
…its mission of “enabling carriers to provide more efficient delivery experiences and bolster the team’s engineering and business operations.” “Carriers have expanded their network capacities aggressively during the hypergrowth phase of e-commerce preceding and throughout COVID,” said Austin Oehlerking, founder and CEO of Boxbot. “The next phase will be about using automation to enable volume growth through higher productivity, especially as the lasting impact of labor shortages and inflation are acutely felt.” Alameda Calif.-based Boxbot stated in a release that its proprietary hardware and software make package conveyors three-dimensional. The company said its modular system can store, sort, and sequence…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.32
October 28, 2019
…like Lockheed Martin can quickly execute comprehensive, multidisciplinary processes to help speed timelines and improve efficiencies on major program deliveries.” Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.31
September 10, 2019
…Fulfillment Network, a fulfillment network intended to offer timely deliveries, lower shipping costs, and improve customer experience for merchants and their customers. According to a release, this acquisition is a critical step to accelerate the network’s growth, while 6 River Systems will also continue to build and sell their solution for warehouses. With the acquisition of 6 River Systems, Shopify will add a team with decades of experience in fulfillment software and robotics, including experienced leaders from Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics). Adding 6 River Systems’ cloud-based software and collaborative mobile robots called “Chuck” to the Shopify Fulfillment Network will…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.18
September 22, 2023
…patients. Moxi can help hospital staffers by taking on deliveries of supplies, equipment, medication, and laboratory samples, said Diligent Robotics. The company added that it has enabled high-value programs to efficiently scale, such as “Meds to Beds” programs, just-in-time logistics, and virtual nursing. More than 22 health systems representing more than 200 hospitals nationwide are using the mobile robot, Diligent Robotics said. They include NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health, MultiCare Health System, The University of Texas affiliated network of health systems, Northwestern Medicine, and many others. “As an organization driven by our 'Patients First' mission, we continue to explore ways innovation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.16
May 19, 2021
…corporate culture, stated founder Zhang Tao. PuduTech focuses on delivery technologies Among the technologies that PuduTech has developed are robot positioning and navigation, motion control, multi-machine scheduling, and perception and obstacle avoidance. The autonomous mobile robot (AMR) provider said it has also worked on components, intelligent interaction, and simulation for testing. “Unlike many technology companies that 'hold a hammer to find nails,' Pudu's product capabilities are second to none in the industry,” claimed the company. Its product line includes the PuduBot and BellaBot delivery robots, the HolaBot for collecting items such as used dishes in bins, and the Puductor and…
