As robots grow in popularity, especially in light of the labor shortage, more companies are getting on board with the idea of adding them to the warehousing floor. Before you move forward, however, it’s a good idea to understand how much effort and time you should dedicate to integrating them into your existing operations.
Integration of robotics software with your existing WMS or WCS is one of the places you can expect to dedicate much of your time. This is especially true if your new robots will be connecting to/working with other automation, such as ASRS or pick-to-light systems. The good news is that’s getting easier all the time. Robotics software is getting increasingly sophisticated, easing the task of integration and saving you time.
Drag-and-drop features, for instance, allow users to create sophisticated workflows. Some robotics providers have developed modular designs within their software, which provides flexibility and adaptability, making for faster integration. Features such as these point to a future where warehouses will be able to quickly get robots up and running faster.
