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Where’s your Labour Resource Management on the Warehouse Maturity Curve?

Where’s your Labour Resource Management on the Warehouse Maturity Curve?

Rising labour costs and ongoing skills shortages are significantly impacting the logistics sector, placing immense pressure on warehouse management teams to optimize operations with limited resources. In response to these challenges, Aptean hosted a webinar aimed at addressing the critical aspect of resource management within warehouses. The session focused on evaluating operational maturity and highlighted the importance of effective resource management strategies. This initiative comes at a time when the logistics industry is grappling with the need to enhance efficiency amidst a tightening labour market.

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Discover advancements in robotic case and item picking technology.

Discover advancements in robotic case and item picking technology.

This week, experts from Locus Robotics, Nomagic, and RightHand Robotics will participate in a webinar focused on advancements in robotic piece picking technology. The discussion aims to highlight the latest developments in this field, showcasing how these innovations can enhance efficiency in logistics and warehousing operations. Attendees will gain insights into the current state of robotic automation and its implications for the future of supply chain management. The event underscores the growing importance of robotics in improving operational capabilities across various industries.

6-Axis Arms / Manipulators Artificial Intelligence / Cognition Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) Cameras / Imaging / Vision Collaborative Robots
Adaptive Fulfilment in Action: Automation for Tomorrow

Adaptive Fulfilment in Action: Automation for Tomorrow

In response to increasing customer expectations, ongoing labor challenges, and unpredictable demand, the logistics sector is facing unprecedented pressure on fulfillment operations. To address these issues, a webinar titled "Adaptive Fulfilment in Action: Automation for Tomorrow" will be hosted by Logistics Business Editor Peter MacLeod. This event will feature a panel of experts discussing the future of warehouse operations and how leading organizations are innovating their approaches to automation. The webinar aims to provide insights into creating a more flexible and responsive fulfillment environment, essential for adapting to the evolving landscape of logistics.

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Allient Inc. to Present at Upcoming Webinar on Engineering Thermally-Optimized Joints for Humanoids

Allient Inc. to Present at Upcoming Webinar on Engineering Thermally-Optimized Joints for Humanoids

A webinar is set to address the significant challenges associated with humanoid joint design, emphasizing the importance of interpreting motor data within a system-level context rather than adhering strictly to standard specifications. Scheduled for an upcoming date, this event will take place online, allowing participants from various locations to engage in discussions. The session aims to provide insights into practical engineering strategies for selecting motors and optimizing performance specifically for humanoid and advanced robotics applications. The focus will be on achieving reliable and thermally efficient performance, which is crucial for the advancement of robotics technology.

Agentic AI for Robot Teams

Agentic AI for Robot Teams

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory are making strides in the development of agentic artificial intelligence aimed at enhancing collaborative robotic teams. During a recent presentation, they outlined the significant challenges associated with achieving autonomy, coordination, and adaptability among diverse robotic systems. To address these issues, the team introduced a scalable architecture designed to facilitate agentic behaviors in multi-robot environments. The presentation also featured demonstrations of this innovative approach, showcasing its application in hardware with a varied group of robots. Additionally, the researchers shared valuable insights gained from their ongoing research and development efforts, highlighting key challenges faced and lessons learned throughout the process. This work not only advances the field of robotics but also sets the stage for future developments in agentic AI technology.

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Public Safety Drone Review: May 5, 2026 with BRINC CEO Blake Resnick

Public Safety Drone Review: May 5, 2026 with BRINC CEO Blake Resnick

Public safety professionals are invited to participate in a live discussion on the latest developments in drone technology during the Public Safety Drone Review scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 3 PM EST. The event will feature insights from industry leaders, including BRINC CEO Blake Resnick, who will share operational updates and address current news affecting the field. This monthly gathering aims to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing among those involved in public safety and drone operations. Participants can register online to join the conversation and stay informed about advancements in this rapidly evolving sector.

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Modeling and Simulation Approaches for Modern Power System Studies

Modeling and Simulation Approaches for Modern Power System Studies

A free webinar focused on power system modeling and simulation will take place soon, offering insights into various analytical techniques for energy professionals. Participants will learn to construct power system networks programmatically using standard data formats and configure models for specific engineering objectives. The session will cover workflows for quasi-static 8760-hour simulations on an IEEE 123-node distribution feeder, as well as electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulations on transmission system benchmarks, including generator trip dynamics. Attendees will also gain an understanding of comprehensive fault studies, learning how to systematically inject faults into a distribution system and utilize the resulting data to train machine-learning algorithms for automated fault detection and classification. Additionally, the webinar will address the integration of inverter-based resources (IBRs) into the grid, including techniques for frequency scanning and compliance testing for grid-forming converters against established interconnection standards. This event aims to equip energy professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to enhance their modeling and simulation capabilities in the evolving landscape of power systems. Interested individuals are encouraged to register for the webinar to secure their participation.

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