While automated lift truck integration into a facility used to be a headache that required heavy coding and lengthy installs, things have become more streamlined. Newer software allows for drag-and-drop setup that can have automated guided vehicles (AGVs) up and running in as little as one day.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INTEGRATING AUTOMATED FORKLIFTS WITH A HUMAN WORKFORCE
Manufacturers are facing a historic labor shortage that threatens to leave nearly 1.9 million jobs unfilled by 2033, driving a shift toward automation solutions to shore up productivity. Far from replacing human workers, automated forklifts support safety, job satisfaction and retention. Offloading repetitive tasks to automation makes the work of employees easier and more efficient. Thanks to user-friendly software, automated lift trucks now integrate seamlessly into evolving workflows, making them a scalable and cost-effective tool for modern manufacturing operations.
SYMBIOTIC PRODUCTIVITY AGV KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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How automated guided vehicles (AGVs) interact with a team
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How human and automated labor forces can complement each other’s strengths to boost productivity
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Automation enhances your team’s efforts by taking on repetitive, predictable tasks and allowing your crew to focus efforts on more fulfilling, high-responsibility work. This can lead to better employee engagement, performance and even retention.
Getting the most out of automated lift trucks requires consideration of how they will operate within your established workflows. When introducing automated lift trucks, some workers will likely switch from a materials-movement role to one of coordination and task oversight.
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