Topic: Workforce

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Balboa Capital Offers an Overview of the U.S. Robotics Industry

January 25, 2023 · Balboa Capital reported that automation and robotics have created more jobs than they have displaced, with robot density and usage continuing to increase across the U.S.

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Robots Pave the Way for Reshoring Manufacturing

January 15, 2023 · Reshoring of production to the U.S. can be aided by robotics, but manufacturers must recognize how automation can help mitigate persistent labor shortages, say industry experts.

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Alphabet-Owned Intrinsic Lays Off 20% of Workforce

January 13, 2023 · Alphabet-owned Intrinsic, which was commercializing Open Robotics' work, is the latest technology company to announce a reduction in staff in the past few months.

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OnRobot’s D:PLOY Platform Designed to Help Customers Develop Applications on the Fly

January 12, 2023 · OnRobot has launched a new platform designed to enable customers to more easily create workflows for their manufacturing robots.

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ARM Institute Endorses Four New Robotics Training Programs

January 11, 2023 · The ARM Institute recognized workforce development programs at community colleges, an apprenticeship programs, and a tech organization as addressing America's manufacturing skills gap.

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Labor Crisis Makes It Essential to Upskill Workers With 21st Century Automation

January 9, 2023 · With labor shortages across manufacturing and other industries, employers can both upskill workers and integrate automation to augment their capabilities.

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SME Offers New Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals Certification

December 6, 2022 · SME has partnered with the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation and FIRST to establish the new robotics certification.

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Mobile Robots Address Constant Peak Demand

November 28, 2022 · Mobile robots are becoming more common in warehouses and distribution centers, but operators can gain even more benefits from scalability and collaboration with human workers.

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Dobot Launches Cobot Arms For Retail and Service Markets as Part of New Product Series

November 23, 2022 · Dobot has launched its new Nova Series cobot line to cater to retail and service market customers.

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Botrista CEO Says Automation Can Help Rescue Shorthanded Restaurants

November 21, 2022 · Botrista said its DrinkBot offers more sustainable beverage dispensing while freeing scarce staffers for customer service, offering a model for restaurant automation.

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Manifest 2023 to Host Women’s Luncheon to Celebrate Women in Logistics Tech

November 18, 2022 · Manifest 2023 in Las Vegas will include a luncheon focusing on diversity in the supply chain and logistics industry, as well as numerous other sessions and exhibits.

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MassRobotics Now Accepting Applications for Third Jumpstart Fellowship Program

November 3, 2022 · For the third time, MassRobotics will invite a cohort of high school girls to its headquarters this winter as part of a fellowship program designed to help them learn more about robotics and other STEM careers.

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Robots Continue to Permeate the Modern Supply Chain

October 27, 2022 · Robotic technologies continue to make inroads in the global supply chain, encountering some resistance but bringing efficiency and sustainability to many operations.

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ARM Institute Opens Florida Office to Expand Regional Support for Manufacturing Innovation in Robotics and AI

October 3, 2022 · The ARM Institute will open its second location in St. Petersburg, Fla., to grow its support of industry, workforce development, and membership in the region.

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The Key to Revitalizing Manufacturing is Human Labor and Robots Working Hand in Hand. But How?

September 23, 2022 · Søren Peters of HowtoRobot.com takes a look at the challenges of integrating automation in today's evolving manufacturing industry.

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China Bought 44% More Robots in 2021 Than It Did in 2020, Finds IFR Report

September 21, 2022 · China accounted for half of the industrial robot installations worldwide in 2021, according to the International Federation of Robotics.

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Pittsburgh Robotics Network to Show Regional Strengths at Discovery Day 2022

September 21, 2022 · The Pittsburgh Robotics Network will connect the general public with robotics researchers, educational institutions, and employers at its first Discovery Day.

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MassTech Hosts Second Annual Manufacturing Mash-Up at Polar Park

September 19, 2022 · The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative designed the Manufacturing Mash-Up to give manufacturers and potential partners opportunities to network and accelerate innovation.

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The ARM Institute Announces Executive Promotions as Activities Diversify

September 16, 2022 · The ARM Institute, continuing its mission to improve U.S. economic competitiveness and robustness, has named a chief technology officer and a chief strategy officer.

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Reshoring Is at Risk From Global ‘Education Gap’ in Automation, Finds ABB Survey

September 13, 2022 · ABB is investing in robotics training programs as a global survey finds that over 70% of U.S. and European businesses plan on reshoring and need skilled workers.

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