Automated work environments are rapidly increasing around the world. According to the 2020 MHI Annual Industry Report, the global industrial robotics industry reports an annual growth rate of 13% from 2014 – 2019. 39% of survey respondents reported implementation of robotics or automation equipment ...

The consumer e-commerce trend has dramatically exploded over the past year. The trend has caused major challenges for retailers trying to meet consumer demand and transformed store and warehouse operations. As retailers race to develop new processes and systems for e-commerce, they are confronted with ...

The safe use of a storage rack system is key to the productivity of a warehouse. We discuss the resources available from the Rack Manufacturers Institute that can be used to design and implement a safe rack system. We discuss the inspections necessary in maintaining a safe rack system. We discuss how ...

1. Why do we see in the industry more and more robotic systems? One reason is for sure the simple design of those system. So, yes one robot is very complex and sophisticated, however applied in a system with a high number of robots makes the system very reliable. The complex robot gets thoroughly tested ...

Industrial automation has been around for 40 years, but ecommerce fulfilment and distribution centers are predicated on variability - not repeatability. A robot’s needs are perception-driven. Having fast, reliable 3D and AI-powered vision is what makes them go. What keeps them going on repeatable tasks ...

As supply chain pros step up to meet the new distribution challenges instigated by the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations around the world have learned warehouse automation enhancements that were “nice to have” are now imperative. With consumer demand and ecommerce at an all-time high, the urgency has ...

From the introduction of the assembly line to the modern application of robots, automation can be an intimidating word. Whether it’s in reference to the scope of automation or the concern that robots will take away jobs, many companies are not sure how to approach automation. Before it was simply the ...

Need to optimize omnichannel order orchestration and fulfillment, customer service and order profitability? An omnichannel order management system (OMS) is required. OMS is the only solution to drive both top and bottom line revenue, as well as omnichannel agility and customer service. In this session, ...