8 NOVEMBER, 2022As technology expands at an increasingly high rate; Logistics Robots have become a critical component in Distribution Operations to increase agility and speed with less errors; so, what's the next steps?Warehousing has become complex and there has been a growing need for agility to reduce costs, increase accuracy, maximize throughput (24/7 if required), and eliminate bottlenecks. Robots can reduce overall costs by being available 24/7, increase productivity through automated work flows and streamlined processes, and greater workplace safety. Robots increase accuracy through identifying mistakes and real-time fact checking, and precision pre-determined accuracy. Robots maximize throughput through intense labor levels. Robots eliminate bottlenecks through pre-determined processes mathematically formed. There are several ways in which robotics can increase performance: Automated unloading and goods receipt; Automated goods movement (including outdoor); Robotic sorting; Conveyance; Order picking; Palletizing and more. Robotics can include stationary pick/place, Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGV) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR). Additionally, systems can be synchronized for streamlined and seamless operations through connectivity with other machines and Business Technology Systems such as Warehouse Management System, Order systems, LOGISTICS ROBOTS: I T/OT CO NVE RG E N C E By Christopher Nichols, Director IT/OT Resiliency & Support, Stanley Black & Decker [NYSE:SWK]Christopher NicholsOPINION
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