Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 4.43
…are already behind your competitors. According to MHI and Deloitte, there are two primary well-known forces driving investments in technology in the supply chain and logistics industry: Customer demands and workforce shortage. More recent challenges, such as the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows, and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018 to get ahead of impending tariffs, have created an even more demanding environment. Also, in polling supply chain executives from across numerous industries, we found that two-thirds of logistics spending is allocated to transportation and the remainder to warehousing. This is likely why…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.21
…for all parties.” According to a recent study by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, more than 2.4 million jobs are expected to remain unfilled in the manufacturing space by 2028. In addition, 80% of manufacturers report a shortage of qualified applicants for skilled production positions, and the shortage could cost U.S. manufacturers 11% of their annual earnings. Manufacturing executives reported an average of 94 days to recruit engineering and research employees and 70 days to recruit skilled production workers. Automate Works! Theater Sessions on April 11: Workforce Urgency for Robotics in Manufacturing (10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.) Dr. Stephen Catt,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 11.71
…IDC FutureScape predictions foretell rapid digital transformation for manufacturers and retailers U.S. warehousing market remains solid, says Armstrong report Deloitte studies distinctive traits of digital frontrunners in manufacturing ITA reports third consecutive year of record-breaking forklift sales In other news ALAN issues urgent requests to support ongoing Michael, Florence recovery Industry celebrates 5th annual National Forklift Safety Day Modex 2018 sees record attendance Pack Expo sets a record JDA, KPMG survey reveals contrasting digital transformation strategies for retailers, manufacturers End of life approaches for Windows CE and Windows Embedded Handheld support
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.84
…supply chain and make it more efficient according to Deloitte’s new report, “Using autonomous robots to drive supply chain innovation” Perform product development tasks: When autonomous robots are set up to perform continuous, repetitive tasks, product development, and prototyping activities can benefit from around-the-clock testing for fatigue, damage tolerance, and quality. This frees up product development professionals to work on more important tasks. Enable better inventory management and easier cycle counting: When handled by aerial robots, these tasks produce more accurate supply-demand reconciliation and replenishment needs, ultimately reducing on-hand inventory, Deloitte reports. Enhance warehouse operations: Autonomous Drones can be used…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.47
…direct and indirect operating costs and increasing revenue potential,” Deloitte points out in Using autonomous robots to drive supply chain innovation. Reduce labor costs and increase productivity. Autonomous robots can work continuously and around the clock without fatigue. Improve safety records. “Employee safety can be improved in highly hazardous environments, and insurance and injury leave costs can be reduced significantly,” Deloitte notes. In the distribution center, for instance, robots can seamlessly zip past each other, humans, or other moving objects thanks to advanced collision avoidance capabilities, which are processed as quickly as any human can react to potential accidental run-ins.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.51
…future of work in a highly automated world from Deloitte’s Kelly Monahan; the second was a panel discussion on selling an automation project to the C-suite; and the third a presentation on artificial intelligence, or AI, by George Babu, a co-founder of the robotics company Kindred (I’ll be featuring Kindred’s robotic putwall solution at a Gap facility in the November issue of Modern Materials Handling). I came away with three takeaways from the morning. Labor remains one of the most vexing issues for our industry: Monahan’s presentation wasn’t about the labor shortage facing just about every distribution center in the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.92
…reduce the risk of employee injury in dangerous environments,” Deloitte points out in its new Using autonomous robots to drive supply chain innovation report. Some of the other qualities that differentiate autonomous robots from their predecessors include: Are programmed to perform tasks with little to no human intervention or interaction. Vary significantly in size, functionality, mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and cost. Range in scope from robotic process automation to flying vehicles with artificial intelligence. Recognize and learn from their surroundings and make decisions independently. Are expected to show strong growth over the next five years, particularly within supply chain operations that…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 16.00
…of collaborative robots is strong ● The Manufacturing Institute, Deloitte and APICS release new study on women in manufacturing ● Manufacturing Day: 2,716 events from Hawaii to Alaska to Puerto Rico Research and economy ● Shortage of skilled workers No. 1 concern, economy second for first time since 2013 ● Deloitte study: Consumer businesses operate with a false sense of security about cyber risk ● A3 report: North American automation market shattering records in 2017 ● Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association reports unexpectedly strong gains in 2017 ● APICS addresses talent shortage through expanded supply chain stem program In other news…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.13
…to a recent study by The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte. “As an association comprised of many professionals involved in manufacturing throughout the world, ISA is innately aware of the vital role manufacturing plays in increasing technological innovation and driving global economic growth,” said Peggie W. Koon, Ph.D., ISA Interim Executive Director. “But to sustain strong manufacturing capabilities you must have a skilled, educated workforce.” Closing the skills gap, Koon says, will require a significant influx of talented young workers in all fields of engineering, including automation and control—particularly given that throngs of current manufacturing workers, part of the Baby Boomer…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 6.80
…to a survey of 1,400 Manufacturing Day 2016 participants from across the country, sponsored by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte: ● 90% thought the Manufacturing Day activities were interesting and engaging ● 84% said that they were now more aware of manufacturing jobs in their communities ● 81% thought manufacturing provides careers that are interesting and rewarding ● 62% were more motivated to pursue a career in manufacturing For more information on Oakland County Manufacturing Day, visit OakGov.com/MFGDay. Other websites include ManufactureMyFuture.com, MfgDay.com and MITradeSchool.org. On social media, connect to the event using #MfgDay17 and #MfgOak.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.86
…years ago in the MHI study, conducted jointly with Deloitte Consulting, to 57% today. Scott Sopher, a principal with Deloitte Consulting who works closely on the MHI survey, says it’s clear that the pace of change around digital supply chain management will be rapid. The good news, says Sopher, is that supply chains are evolving from often poorly synchronized links in a chain into “a connected, harmonized network of trading partners” who can instantly share information around a “digital core” or foundation. “If you just look at some of the numbers from the latest study, the pace of change is…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.34
…to a recent study by The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte. “As an association comprised of many professionals involved in manufacturing throughout the world, ISA is innately aware of the vital role manufacturing plays in increasing technological innovation and driving global economic growth,” said Patrick Gouhin, ISA executive director and CEO. “But to sustain strong manufacturing capabilities you must have a skilled, educated workforce.” Closing the skills gap, Gouhin says, will require a significant influx of talented young workers in all fields of engineering, including automation and control—particularly given that a number of current manufacturing workers, part of the Baby Boomer…