Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.39
November 11, 2019
…the best pick paths, and comply with Lockheed Martin’s inventory rules, which can be complex. For example, says Cook, under the IPV program, some inventory is owned by the program, and some is owned by the Air Force, so the robotic solution needs to abide by these ownership rules while still coming up with efficient pick paths. With the integration in place, Cook adds, warehouse workers don’t have to worry about whether picks are happening at the correct location. The full deployment took three months, including integration to the WMS and adjustment of some warehouse picking procedures and minor material…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.97
October 29, 2019
…downtime, loss of throughput, and customer dissatisfaction. Review parts inventories and bump up the on-hand stock of high-wear and crucial parts. Have a meeting with OEMs and parts suppliers to review response times, lead times on parts supplies, and on-site services. Exceptions – Exception handling strangles throughput and inflates operating costs. Closely examine exceptions such as no-reads, hospital areas, order shortages, and hot replenishments. Assign ownership to a cross-functional team whose responsibility is not just a quick resolution, but to diagnose root cause and drive immediate remedy. Work with your MHE provider to audit and resolve exceptions that may be…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.02
October 23, 2019
…workflow in a typical distribution warehouse today: Warehouse Receives inventory Warehouse Stores & Manages inventory Warehouse Ships inventory (Repeat - forever) The general process hasn't evolved much. The beauty is in its simplicity. But when Step 2, the Storing & Managing of inventory, is inefficient, everything else breaks down. It's the hub that keeps Shipping and Receiving running smoothly. Today, there's more technology than ever helping make the same processes work better: computers, forklifts, conveyor belts, a bit of automation, and the people that keep it all together. But even with all this new technology there still exist some fundamental…
Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 12.28
October 15, 2019
We work at the intersection of drones and cutting edge artificial intelligence, until recently, drones were only suited for flying outdoors at high altitudes, today, they’re smarter than ever before, combine these flying robots with our proprietary AI and you’ve got Ware - the first scalable solution for warehouse inventory automation.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.69
October 04, 2019
Warehouse Drones for Inventory Identification Accurate and reliable data is essential to efficient and effective business operations. Inventory management represents a significant portion of assets in a business. Therefore, managers and other decision-makers need to accurately and timely know how much inventory there is and where it is located in order to make effective budgeting, operating, and financial decisions. Companies that carry a significant amount of inventory are continually looking for innovative logistics solutions to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their inventory checking process. While some companies stop operations to carry out a full physical inventory check, others…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.28
October 02, 2019
…poised to change the game. Download Now! Global Autonomous Inventory Robotics New Product Innovation Award This best practices research paper details the PINC Air inventory robotics solution with its quick deployment model, faster inventory velocity, product ingenuity, and rapid ROI underscoring the decision for PINC to win Frost & Sullivan’s 2017 New Product Innovation Award. Download Now! The Four Forces Driving Supply Chain Innovation When supply chain professionals discuss supply chain execution, their focus is typically put on transportation management systems and warehouse management systems, the yard management systems capability and importance are mistakenly undervalued. Download Now! The Rise of…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.96
September 20, 2019
…line-of-business. Related Article: Using the Right Technology For Your Inventory Management Related Resources Using Autonomous Robots to Drive Supply Chain Innovation This paper details how new technologies are presenting promising opportunities for improvement across the supply chain and how autonomous robots and drones are poised to change the game. Download Now! Global Autonomous Inventory Robotics New Product Innovation Award This best practices research paper details the PINC Air inventory robotics solution with its quick deployment model, faster inventory velocity, product ingenuity, and rapid ROI underscoring the decision for PINC to win Frost & Sullivan’s 2017 New Product Innovation Award. Download…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.09
September 10, 2019
…reliability of warehouse operations through various tasks such as inventory replenishment, picking, sorting, and packing. Shopify also explained that that this acquisition is a “critical step to accelerate its growth,” with 6 River Systems continuing to build and sell their offerings for warehouses. The Shopify Fulfillment Network was introduced by Shopify in June. Its primary objective is to provide United States-base merchants with a network of distributed 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…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 3.07
September 10, 2019
…number of SKUs found in a typical e-commerce DC inventory. Regardless of where you sit on this continuum, you’re probably seeking guidance on how to take the next steps on your journey. Introducing our new OTM publication highlighting Digital Transformation To help you achieve your business goals, we’re excited to launch our publication, “On the Move.” This periodical is an extension of our industry stewardship platform and is focused on providing insights about the most relevant trends, tools and topics affecting our industry. Our inaugural issue will address the process of digital transformation by highlighting some of the technologies DC…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.14
September 10, 2019
…operations, by empowering on-site associates with daily tasks, including inventory replenishment, picking, sorting and packing. “Shopify is taking on fulfillment the same way we’ve approached other commerce challenges, by bringing together the best technology to help everyone compete,” said Tobi Lütke, CEO of Shopify. “With 6 River Systems, we will bring technology and operational efficiencies to companies of all sizes around the world.” “By joining Shopify, we’re changing the game of fulfillment. Together, we will help thousands of businesses improve their fulfillment operations, with an easy-to-learn solution that can more than double productivity and improve accuracy,” said Jerome Dubois, co-CEO…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.37
September 09, 2019
…a warehouse fueled by human workforces unloading containers, organizing inventories on shelves, packing orders received online and shipping them out for delivery. Many eCommerce merchants who don't have the physical space to store and ship products depend on this service as a lifeline for their growing businesses. Top Benefits of an Automated Distribution Center After several years of improvements in shipping and logistics technology, many businesses are now changing to automated storage and retrieval systems for the benefit-rich opportunities they provide to brands and customers everywhere. An automated fulfillment center significantly reduces order processing times by replacing human material-handling with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.72
September 05, 2019
…metrics such as product throughput, machine downtime, capacity, and inventory levels. Arena, owned by Rockwell Automation, topped the Followers category due to strong performance in data modelling and analytics. Arena’s complex variability modeling capabilities and its strong installed base within the market contributed to a strong score in implementation. “Ultimately the companies that scored best in the ranking can go beyond high-level factory layout simulation by also accurately modeling and commissioning industrial equipment on the factory floor and incorporating product design into the simulation environment. This means the way machines behave and how they are used to manufacture actual products…
