DHL has highlighted the need for flexible solutions as supply chains become increasingly complex and the importance of having a strategy that utilises digitalisation and collaborative robotics. Between now and 2025, the company aims to invest $2.2 bn into digitalisation of its logistics and robotics. From cleaning robots to robotic arms within DHL’s warehouses, its operations are seeing the benefits of digital automation to enhance its workforce.
These include cleaning robots (Neo) – Developed by Avidbots, DHL has deployed its cleaning robots in multiple standard warehouses, to reduce the need for people to complete repetitive and tedious tasks.
Follow me robots – Designed by Effidence, it is a simple trolley that follows an associate while they pick items to help transport the load. Once it is full you can simply press a button to send it on its way, while another replaces it.
Robot arms (Sawyer) – Sawyer is a robotic arm developed to sense its surroundings, removing the need for it to be static and caged. This robotic arm can be moved to where it is needed to complete repetitive and mundane tasks.
Source : Various Agencies