Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.51
July 18, 2023
…pandemic created a huge shift to online fulfillment and delivery that few were prepared for. Retailers were forced to quickly create an e-commerce strategy that met customer expectations but also made money. Many took the basic approach of using grocery stores to fulfill online orders, which worked well while customers were not shopping in stores. Today, online ordering is still popular, but the number of in-store customers has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels. As a result, retailers still using in-store fulfillment for online orders are challenged with empty shelves and stock outs. “Customers are quite happy going back into store,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.50
June 22, 2022
…bagging machine is integrated with the robot for a complete solution. Downstream cases of bags are handed off for delivery by a carrier. Did Zenni buy the systems outright, or is it using a RaaS model? Pridmore: Although OSARO offers multiple purchasing options, Zenni opted for OSARO’s low-risk RaaS model, which offers immediate ROI [return on investment] and guarantees performance without the upfront capital expenditure.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.50
January 21, 2022
…company said it continues to support multiple verticals including delivery robots, trucks, and more as well as forklifts. “Phantom is aligned with NFI’s philosophy of ‘people-led, technology-enabled,’” said Sid Brown, CEO of NFI. “Our employees are our most important asset, and without them, we would not be able to serve our customers. With the elimination of having to physically be on site, we can attract more diverse candidates that do not live within driving distance of the warehouse, live in alternative time zones, or who may not have been interested in working in a warehouse environment.” Privately held by the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.48
November 16, 2021
…manufactured at OhmniLabs' 3D printing facility in San Jose, orders can be fulfilled faster, shipping costs are lower, and delivery is not subject to current supply chain challenges, said the company. Flexible pricing: Cost-effective options are available for every user, said OhmniLabs. Standard, premium, and full-service packages are available for purchase or for lease. A subscription to OhmniCloud Solutions allows for fleet management, mapping, reporting, and more.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.48
August 28, 2018
…The company’s intent is to expedite and automate the delivery process from warehouse to customer by reducing 10-15% of supply chain inventory in transit. With less excess inventory, companies can run their supply chain more efficiently. With customer sites located across the globe in Japan, India, APAC, Europe, Latin America and the U.S., GreyOrange serves e-commerce, retail, consumer electronics, fashion, third-party logistics, fast-moving consumer goods, apparel and industrial tools companies. For one client in Japan, the company saw a 15% increase in warehouse storage efficiency and a 4x increase in throughput from the same warehouse. Another client in Latin America…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.47
February 16, 2023
…parts; integrating mobility, vision, and end effectors for last-mile delivery; and improving overall equipment effectiveness and minimizing labor constraints. Unleash the Bots to discuss real-world challenges Unleash the Bots will feature discussions of real-world use cases in manufacturing and logistics, as well as demonstrations from vendors such as Drobot Inc. and AFR Global. The event organizers said it will allow attendees to learn about the pros and cons of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), collaborative robots, and mobile manipulators. Speakers will include: Catherine Hayes, industry manager at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Aaron Prather, director of robotics and autonomous programs…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.46
April 10, 2018
…availability and throughput requirements. Download Now! Precise Cross-Belt Sortation: Unlocking Efficient E-Commerce Distribution In the burgeoning e-commerce market, speedy delivery and diverse offerings are customer expectations, and the ability to deliver these via a seamless customer experience will increasingly separate leaders from laggards. Download Now! More Honeywell Intelligrated Resources
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.46
June 09, 2023
…be needed for safe and fully autonomous air cargo delivery. “We appreciate the close collaboration with the FAA and Reliable Robotics to collect meaningful data from flights to improve our collective understanding of using radar for detect and avoid,” said Brad Snelling, NASA Advanced Air Mobility National Campaign’s chief engineer for partner activities. “These landmark flights will help the entire advanced air mobility industry further their understanding about how future use of primary surveillance radar data could enhance aviation safety.” “We believe high-quality primary surveillance radar data can save lives today,” said Robert Rose, co-founder and CEO of Reliable Robotics.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.46
July 16, 2021
…market to rapidly expand into adjacent verticals including last-mile delivery and ride-hailing, which total $9.4 trillion annually. Aurora partners to scale commercialization Aurora Driver includes software, hardware and data services to autonomously operate passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Aurora said it has made extensive technical investments across the self-driving stack, including its long-range, multi-modal sensing suite with FirstLight Lidar, its Virtual Testing Suite, and the Aurora Atlas HD mapping system. The company has partnered with Volvo Group (including Volvo Autonomous Solutions) and PACCAR (including the Peterbilt and Kenworth brands), which together represent about 50% of the Class…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.46
October 14, 2022
…global capacity by relying on certified partners for service delivery and drive incremental revenue through re-sell and co-sell. The company said its program offers three levels of partnership, with increasing degrees of partner collaboration and co-creation in the booming supply chain market. “As Körber moves further towards its goal of delivering its supply chain software solutions on a global level, we considered it important to be part of that joint journey, implementing and complementing this collaborative go-to-market approach – and be on top of fueling the future of the supply chain industry,” said Richard Evans, founder and CEO of iWMS,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.45
September 28, 2020
…in many warehouses. Related White Papers Autonomous Mobile Robots: The Essential Guide to Safety and Productivity From production to delivery, automation is happening in all industries. Industry trends show that the use of autonomous mobile robots show no sign of slowing down. Download Now! Maximum Safety Coverage For Your Small Mobile Robots For small mobile robot applications, the nanoScan3 provides a competitive advantage for the manufacturing and logistics industries. Download Now!
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 2.45
May 25, 2022
…for as long as possible through advocacy, development, and delivery of person-centered, consumer-oriented, and cost-effective policies, programs, and services. “Despite misconceptions and generalizations, older adults embrace new technology, especially when they see it is designed by older adults to meet their needs,” said Olsen. “For those who experience some form of isolation and wish to age in place, ElliQ is a powerful complement to traditional forms of social interaction and support from professional or family caregivers.” Intuition Robotics will hold a webinar with the case managers on May 31 to demonstrate and explain ElliQ. The company's team will then be…
