Computer Vision and In-Store Theft Management
Despite a surge in online shopping, brick-and-mortar outlets across the United States are still thriving. Meanwhile, physical stores and virtual counterparts both face their very own challenges. For instance, While their virtual counterparts face fears of cyberattacks and hacking. Whereas, physical stores face the challenging task of preventing customer theft, shoplifting and refund frauds. It […]
Autonomous Guided Vehicles in Warehouse Management
What are AGVs An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is essentially a robot that navigates itself around a warehouse facility with the help of floor markers, wires, magnets, lasers, or computer vision. These highly versatile machines have been around for over 40 years, albeit in its rudimentary form. You would often spot them in manufacturing facilities […]
Common and Emerging Uses of Computer Vision and Image Processing
What is Computer Vision and Image Processing? Sight is an extraordinary phenomenon. The art of perceiving the observed is strategically complex and sophisticated. Thus, making capturing reality through one’s eyes an elusive process. For instance, when we see a car approaching at high speed, we register the object as the visual signal hits the retinas. […]
Warehouse Technologies emrging keep Down Warehouse Costs
The Status Quo The market is experiencing a transition of sales from brick-and-mortar to e-commerce, as evidently shown in the annual compounding growth of online sales. And by looking at the success of one of the biggest e-commerce platforms, Amazon, the future of the market is likely to shift on platforms that are easily accessible […]
Value of Artificial Intelligence in Warehousing
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that is concerned with building smart machines and software capable of performing tasks that require human intelligence. Generally, this technology falls under two broad categories: Narrow AI and Artificial General Intelligence. Narrow AI, is an artificial intelligent tool which performs singular […]
Value of Robotics and Automation in Warehousing
What is Robotics and Automation Robotics is a branch of engineering and science. It deals with the design, construction and operation aspect of things. Most importantly, use of robots who are programmed to do certain tasks. They can either be autonomous or semi- autonomous which are capable of interacting with the physical world using sensors. […]