In a recent Robotics 24/7 webcast titled “How AI Is Improving and Expanding Automation,” industry experts Rand Voorhies, Chief Technology Officer at inVia Robotics, and Dan Rosenstein, Group Product Manager of Advanced Autonomy and Applied Robotics at Microsoft, shared valuable perspectives on the revolutionary advancements in AI and robotics. Here are key takeaways: “AI is becoming more popular and powerful than ever before.” Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics have undergone a revolutionary transformation in recent years. Though the core of the technology remains the same, with ne ..read more

For order fulfillment businesses, idle time is a formidable adversary. It can sneak up due to many different reasons – a bottleneck in your workflow or inefficient planning that leaves your team waiting for instructions. The impact? Slower order fulfillment, higher costs, and, let’s not forget, a bit of frustration all around. Understanding Idle Time in Warehouses Idle time in warehouses refers to a period of time when resources (people or equipment) aren’t actively engaged in productive tasks. These pauses in operations, often overlooked in the daily whirlwind of tasks, are where busines ..read more

Warehouses facing labor shortages must find ways to do more with less while improving fulfillment efficiency. This brings to the focus an important question: How can we help our current team do their jobs better and faster? What if we could help them go from picking 90 units per hour to a whopping 1,000 units per hour? That’s where AI comes in. Check out the infographic below to see how AI can give your team superpowers, making your business run smoother and faster than ever before. Request a Demo Ready to transform your warehouse and elevate your team’s performance? Book a demo with us ..read more

In the fast-paced world of warehouse operations, single-order (also known as discrete picking) picking remains a commonly used order picking strategy. While this method offers several benefits, including reduced errors and faster processing times, it also presents its own set of unique challenges. This article will delve into the intricacies of single-order picking, examine its potential inefficiencies and physical demands, and explore the role of strategic planning and innovative technologies in overcoming these hurdles. Whether you’re a seasoned warehouse manager or just starting in the i ..read more

In a recent article titled “Mobility makes the difference,” DC Velocity describes how Scholastic Canada replaced fixed automation with inVia’s flexible subscription-based mobile robotics solution. Faced with changing order patterns and a rapidly evolving technology landscape, Scholastic Canada, the Canadian subsidiary of a multinational publisher of children’s books and educational media, needed to replace the infrastructure-heavy automated warehouse system. To address this issue, the company adopted inVia’s AI software and mobile robotics, which resulted in increased productivity and signi ..read more

inVia Robotics has been awarded the Supply Chain and Demand Executive “2023 Top Software & Tech” for its cutting-edge AI technology, an LWM (large warehouse model) AI transformer,  that optimizes warehouse workflows and inventory locations and manages work autonomously.  The Top Supply Chain Projects Award spotlights new-to-market software and technology solutions in the supply chain space. inVia Robotics was recognized in the Warehouse Automation category. AI that plans and makes decisions based on order deadlines inVia’s warehouse automation software leverages AI that tr ..read more

As peak season approaches, businesses across many industries are bracing for an onslaught of orders. Order volumes during peak can quadruple for a lot of businesses, and they come with the added pressure of getting delivered in time for the holidays. This period can be a litmus test for the efficiency and resilience of warehouse operations, pushing them to their limits. To navigate these challenging times successfully, it’s crucial to have solid plans and the best tools in place. Table of contents: Understanding the Challenges of Peak Season How Automation Affects Traditional Peak Season ..read more

As peak season approaches, businesses across many industries are bracing for an onslaught of orders. Order volumes during peak can quadruple for a lot of businesses, and they come with the added pressure of getting delivered in time for the holidays. This period can be a litmus test for the efficiency and resilience of warehouse operations, pushing them to their limits. To navigate these challenging times successfully, it’s crucial to have solid plans and the best tools in place. What is WMS – Warehouse Management System A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a software designed to eff ..read more

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) are critical technologies for efficiently operating today’s warehouses. They serve distinct and complementary roles. Each has unique strengths and capabilities, and when you put them together, they add value beyond just the sum of the parts. Let’s delve into the features and advantages of WMS and WES platforms to help you realize their power to optimize your warehouses and keep them running precisely. What is WMS – Warehouse Management System A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a software designed to efficientl ..read more

In today’s fast-paced world, warehouses and distribution centers are under immense pressure to meet delivery deadlines. Customers expect quick and free delivery, and retailers risk their loyalty if they don’t get it right. But here’s the deal: warehousing hasn’t changed to keep up. It’s not just about fulfilling bulk orders anymore. These days, workers have to pick and pack thousands of products in various and random combinations to fulfill e-commerce orders. Adding to the challenge is the ongoing shortage of workers. Warehouses and distribution centers struggle to find and keep top-notch em ..read more