Topic: Robotics

Acquired in 2021 and enhanced since, Zebra's mobile robot collaborative order picking solution may be sold off.

Greenwich, Conn.-based global contract logistics services provider GXO Logistics Inc. reported a company record for quarterly revenue, in its third quarter earnings announcement earlier this week. Revenue, at $3.4 billion, saw an 8% annual gain, with organic revenue up 4%, and net income, at $60 million, rose 42% annually. Adjusted earnings per share, at $0.79, was flat, topping Wall Street expectations, at $0.77.

In this podcast, LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviewed Susan Spence, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management's (ISM) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.

As e-commerce sales surge toward $8 trillion, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are evolving to handle higher order volumes, tighter delivery windows, and complex returns using automation, AI, and integrated warehouse management systems (WMS). By offering scalable fulfillment, reverse logistics, and real-time visibility, 3PLs help shippers of all sizes optimize operations, cut costs, and enhance customer satisfaction in a rapidly changing digital marketplace.

Warehouse and logistics operations are evolving at an unprecedented pace, fueled by automation technologies designed to boost efficiency, enhance order and shipment accuracy, and address workforce challenges. From AI-powered software to advanced robotics, these innovations are transforming fulfillment strategies and redefining the future of logistics operations.

Quickcode.ai, Easy Metrics and Corvus Robotics to be honored at upcoming supply chain conference.

RAC ’25 one-day, virtual event will take place on September 17.

Using mobile robots for trailer and container unloading can empower companies to alleviate logistics challenges related to labor shortages, rising costs, and worker injury rates.

Dexory explores the future of warehouse management — one where real-time data, robotics, machine learning, and autonomous AI agents redefine the warehouse sector.

More companies are adopting robots to improve productivity, reduce physical strain, and offset workforce gaps.

Explore the evolving role of humanoid robots in supply chain automation. From addressing labor shortages to enhancing workplace safety, learn how AI-driven humanoids like Agility Robotics’ Digit are poised to revolutionize warehouse operations. Discover key benefits, including cost-effectiveness and improved efficiency, as companies like Amazon and Tesla pioneer their integration. Prepare for the future with strategies for automation adoption and workforce upskilling, ensuring seamless integration and operational enhancement.

From AI-powered transportation management systems (TMS) to warehouse robotics and end-to-end automation, this expert roundtable explores how logistics and supply chain operations are being transformed by technology. Four leading analysts share insights on the current state of tech adoption—and where innovation is heading next.

Maintaining accurate inventory counts is a constant challenge in the fast-paced logistics, warehousing and distribution environment. Traditional methods like doing physical counts and using manual scanners are time-consuming, error-prone and disruptive. They also require manpower that most logistics facilities simply can’t spare right now.

Today’s mobile robots have become more flexible and scalable, bringing the ability to adapt and collaborate with other systems and people.

Forget the latest shiny new humanoids for a second, the established vendors in warehouse robotics are by no means standing still, and they had the new systems and enhancements to prove it at ProMat 2025.

nGroup enhanced its warehouse efficiency by integrating Locus Robotics and Optoro, achieving a 229% productivity boost, fewer errors, and safer operations, transforming its putaway process for nearly 1 million returned units monthly.

International Federation of Robotics survey finds more than 4.2 million robots are now operating in factories worldwide.

In this podcast, LM Group News Editor interviews Mark Baxa, President & CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).

New report provides an in-depth look at how companies are selecting, implementing and using advanced warehouse automation to run their growing operations.

RAC ’24 one-day, virtual event will take place September 18.