How Mobile Robots-RAAS Is Bringing A Technological Revolution? - Addverb

 

Every once in a while, a new technology, an old problem, and a big idea come together to create innovation. This is the era of innovation. Emerging technologies, such as Augmented Reality, Big Data, Cloud Computing, 3D Printing, etc. are prompting manufacturers to rethink their production and manufacturing processes. The entire value chain of activities is undergoing a paradigm shift due to the intervention of these technologies, and businesses are investing significant sums in implementing and adapting to them.

Material handling is one of the core aspects of intra-logistics and inter-logistics operations, and technology upgrades are essential to achieving complete efficiency in the value chain. The introduction of automation for various movements inside the four walls of the warehouse to ensure safe, accurate and speedy material handling is gaining significant attention. One of the most efficient and widely used automation solutions for intra-logistics operations is Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs).

AMRs can be easily integrated into any warehouse without  major changes in the existing facility layout. These bots run on artificial intelligence and coordinate with a cloud-based system that assigns tasks according to the operational requirements. They are also environmentally friendly and can operate in various physical conditions, such as low ceilings, poor lighting or inadequate HVAC. Unlike manual systems that involve substantial training costs, these mobile robots require no training to perform their operations. Generally, the payback period for mobile robots is around 3 years.

The growth of e-commerce in the current period has accelerated the use of mobile robots in warehouses and stimulated continuous research and development efforts for improvement. To optimise the complete value chain, companies, specifically in the e-commerce industry, are interested in investing more in their core business while outsourcing other functions. Consequently, Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) has become a prominent topic of conversation in recent days.

According to ABI research, there will be over 1.3 million RaaS deployments worldwide by 2026. Due to its flexibility, high throughput, and scalability, organisations are finding RaaS to be a more effective way to adopt automation in their warehouses. It helps small, medium, and large businesses meet growing demands and overcome major challenges in warehouse operations.

Some well-known names in the field of mobile robots include Fetch Robotics, Omron, Milvus, Ottomotors, Geekplus, MIR, and Locus Robotics. Additionally, Addverb offers Dynamo, an autonomous mobile robot with a high payload capacity that be flexibly integrated into any warehouse and used for Goods-to-Person picking of materials. Its natural navigation allows it  to operate seamlessly in existing environments.

With Industry 4.0 leading the way, the integration of advanced techniques and technologies into warehouse operations will transform conventional manufacturing processes and create significant opportunities for manufacturers and end-users in the mobile robot market.

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