GEODIS, a leading global transport and logistics provider, and Locus Robotics, a leader in automated mobile robotics (AMR) for warehouses. Announces expansion of agreement to deploy 1,000 LocusBots at Geodis global warehouses over the next 24 months. It is the industry’s largest AMR deal to date.
“As we continue to explore industry-wide challenges such as rising e-commerce demand and labor constraints, It is important that we remain committed to using the most innovative and efficient robotic automation solutions available in our warehouse. so we can best serve our customers,” said Eric Douglas, executive vice president of technology and engineering at Geodis Americas. Each of our warehouses has proven to be efficient and reliable. This allows us to easily scale our work while providing a safe and smart work environment for our colleagues. The extension of this new agreement reinforces our clear and ongoing commitment to cutting-edge technology. to meet the volume of our many customers around the world”
Geodis currently has Locus’ automated mobile robots deployed in 14 warehouses around the world, serving a wide range of retail and consumer brands. including warehouses in the US and Europe. The agreement will significantly expand that scope as new warehouses are deployed.
Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics said, “Flexibility. Locus’ scalability and fast ROI This allows Geodis to consistently meet and exceed the expectations of our customers around the world.” “This strategic expansion allows Geodis to meet the demands of today’s high-growth warehouses. And we look forward to continuing to work together to drive operational efficiency and growth.”
Geodis and Locus Robotics first started their collaboration in 2018 at a warehouse in Indiana. which helps this global third-party logistics company Apply Locus’ innovative technology to operations. To support employees with complex order picking processes Since then, Locus Solutions has improved productivity, flexibility and agility. At the same time, it improves the workplace environment for colleagues by reducing repetitive and tedious tasks. to increase retention throughout the warehouse This enables Geodis to improve its operations and best meet the ever-changing customer needs.
The huge growth of e-commerce and the ongoing labor shortage. Thus, the addition of automated robots has become an important strategic imperative to meet customer needs. Locust Bots help Geodis ecommerce warehouse pick up and replenish inventory efficiently. Dramatically increase throughput to speed up the delivery process. The locust bot greatly reduces the amount of time spent walking unproductively. This eliminates the need to manually move heavy carts through the warehouse. Reduce the physical demands of employees and improve the ergonomics and quality of the workplace.
For more information about Locus Robotics, visit www.locusrobotics.com. For more information about Geodis, visit www.geodys.org. www.geodis.com
About Locus Robotics
Locus Robotics’ revolutionary multi-robot handling solution combines intelligent and powerful autonomous robots that can work with a human workforce. Used to improve product handling efficiency 2-3 times more labor than traditional order picking systems. This award-winning solution allows retailers Third Party Logistics Operators and special warehouse More stringent and complex requirements can be met in warehouse management. It can be easily integrated with existing warehouse infrastructure without compromising functionality. Instant production efficiency without warehouse changes. In 2021, Locus Robotics was ranked 428th in the Inc. 500 group (Inc.500) and was selected as an Automated Mobile Robot Company (AMR). Forrester of the year (Forrester) can find more information at www.locusrobotics.com
About Geodis
Geodis (GEODIS) is a leading global transport and logistics provider. Our commitment is to help our customers do business without any limitations or logistical issues. Geodis offers a wide range of growth-oriented services. both supply chain optimization freight forwarder Logistics Management Service Distribution and express delivery and truck transport The company is also a global organization. With operations in nearly 170 countries, the company is the No. 1 business in France and No. 7 globally. Geodis employs more than 44,000 people worldwide and generates over €109 billion in revenue as of 2021. Find out more. at www.geodis.com
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