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EMERGING TRENDS IN AUTOMATION
AND ROBOTICS FOR 3PL
PRESENTED BY,
.
R.VIJAYADHARSHINI
(III-EEE)
CONTENTS
. Introduction
. What is 3PL ?
. Six trends in automation and robotics
. Emerging trends in detail explanation
. Conclusion
INTRODUCTION
Third-party logistics (3PL) providers are constantly looking for ways to improve
their efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Robotics and automation are
two key drivers of innovation and transformation in the 3PL industry, as they offer
numerous benefits such as reduced labor costs, increased accuracy, scalability,
flexibility, and safety. In this article, we will explore some of the emerging trends and
innovations in robotics and automation for 3PL applications, and how they are
changing the landscape of logistics and supply chain management.
WHAT IS 3PL?
▪ A 3PL (third-party logistics) provider offers outsourced logistics
services, which encompass anything that involves management of
one or more facets of procurement and fulfillment activities.
▪ n business, 3PL has a broad meaning that applies to any service
contract that involves storing or shipping items.
SIX EMERGING TRENDS IN AUTOMATION
AND ROBOTICS
The six emerging trends are,
• Cobots and AGVs
• AI and ML
• Drones and UAVs
• IoT and Blockchain
• Cloud and Edge computing
• AR and VR
COBOTS AND AGVs
• One of the most common and widely used forms of robotics and automation
in 3PL is the use of collaborative robots (cobots) and automated guided
vehicles (AGVs).
• Cobots are robots that can work alongside humans, performing tasks such as
picking, packing, sorting, loading, and unloading.
• AGVs are vehicles that can move materials and goods autonomously within a
warehouse or facility, following predefined routes or using sensors and
navigation systems.
• They can reduce human intervention, errors, and accidents, and optimize the
use of space and resources.
AI AND ML
• Another emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation
for 3PL is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
(ML). AI and ML are technologies that enable machines to learn
from data and perform tasks that normally require human
intelligence, such as decision making, planning, forecasting, and
optimization.
• For example, AI and ML can help robots to recognize objects,
improve their vision and coordination, and optimize their
movements and routes.
DRONES AND UAVs
• A third emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation
for 3PL is the use of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Drones and UAVs are flying devices that can carry payloads and
perform tasks such as delivery, inspection, surveillance, and
mapping.
• Drones and UAVs can also complement other forms of robotics and
automation in 3PL, by providing aerial support, data collection,
and communication
IoT AND BLOCKCHAIN
• A fourth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and
automation for 3PL is the use of the Internet of Things (IoT)
and blockchain.
• IoT is a network of connected devices that can collect, transmit,
and exchange data, enabling real-time visibility, tracking, and
control of assets and processes.
• Blockchain is a distributed ledger technology that can store and
verify transactions, ensuring security, transparency, and
traceability of data.
• For example, IoT and blockchain can help robots to monitor
inventory levels, environmental conditions, and quality
standards, and verify the authenticity and origin of goods.
CLOUD AND EDGE COMPUTING
• A fifth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation
for 3PL is the use of cloud and edge computing.
• Cloud and edge computing can enhance the performance,
scalability, and security of robotics and automation in 3PL, by
enabling faster data processing, lower latency, higher bandwidth,
and greater flexibility.
• For example, cloud and edge computing can help robots to store,
analyze, and share large amounts of data, and access advanced
applications and services.
AR AND VR
• A sixth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation
for 3PL is the use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (V
• AR and VR can improve the training, collaboration, and customer
experience of robotics and automation in 3PL, by providing visual
guidance, feedback, and support.
• For example, AR and VR can help robots to learn new skills, interact
with humans, and display information and instructions
CONCLUSION
• While industrial automation and robotics are not the same thing, they often
go hand-in-hand to improve productivity, quality and safety at low costs in a
variety of industries.
• Industrial automation and robotics looks set to continue growing and
expanding into new regions, driving down the associated costs as new
technologies emerge to provide smarter systems that can take data and react
to environments in real time.
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Emerging Trends in Robotics and automation in 3pl industry

  • 1. EMERGING TRENDS IN AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS FOR 3PL PRESENTED BY, . R.VIJAYADHARSHINI (III-EEE)
  • 2. CONTENTS . Introduction . What is 3PL ? . Six trends in automation and robotics . Emerging trends in detail explanation . Conclusion
  • 3. INTRODUCTION Third-party logistics (3PL) providers are constantly looking for ways to improve their efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Robotics and automation are two key drivers of innovation and transformation in the 3PL industry, as they offer numerous benefits such as reduced labor costs, increased accuracy, scalability, flexibility, and safety. In this article, we will explore some of the emerging trends and innovations in robotics and automation for 3PL applications, and how they are changing the landscape of logistics and supply chain management.
  • 4. WHAT IS 3PL? ▪ A 3PL (third-party logistics) provider offers outsourced logistics services, which encompass anything that involves management of one or more facets of procurement and fulfillment activities. ▪ n business, 3PL has a broad meaning that applies to any service contract that involves storing or shipping items.
  • 5. SIX EMERGING TRENDS IN AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS The six emerging trends are, • Cobots and AGVs • AI and ML • Drones and UAVs • IoT and Blockchain • Cloud and Edge computing • AR and VR
  • 7. • One of the most common and widely used forms of robotics and automation in 3PL is the use of collaborative robots (cobots) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). • Cobots are robots that can work alongside humans, performing tasks such as picking, packing, sorting, loading, and unloading. • AGVs are vehicles that can move materials and goods autonomously within a warehouse or facility, following predefined routes or using sensors and navigation systems. • They can reduce human intervention, errors, and accidents, and optimize the use of space and resources.
  • 9. • Another emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation for 3PL is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). AI and ML are technologies that enable machines to learn from data and perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as decision making, planning, forecasting, and optimization. • For example, AI and ML can help robots to recognize objects, improve their vision and coordination, and optimize their movements and routes.
  • 11. • A third emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation for 3PL is the use of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Drones and UAVs are flying devices that can carry payloads and perform tasks such as delivery, inspection, surveillance, and mapping. • Drones and UAVs can also complement other forms of robotics and automation in 3PL, by providing aerial support, data collection, and communication
  • 13. • A fourth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation for 3PL is the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain. • IoT is a network of connected devices that can collect, transmit, and exchange data, enabling real-time visibility, tracking, and control of assets and processes. • Blockchain is a distributed ledger technology that can store and verify transactions, ensuring security, transparency, and traceability of data. • For example, IoT and blockchain can help robots to monitor inventory levels, environmental conditions, and quality standards, and verify the authenticity and origin of goods.
  • 14. CLOUD AND EDGE COMPUTING
  • 15. • A fifth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation for 3PL is the use of cloud and edge computing. • Cloud and edge computing can enhance the performance, scalability, and security of robotics and automation in 3PL, by enabling faster data processing, lower latency, higher bandwidth, and greater flexibility. • For example, cloud and edge computing can help robots to store, analyze, and share large amounts of data, and access advanced applications and services.
  • 17. • A sixth emerging trend and innovation in robotics and automation for 3PL is the use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (V • AR and VR can improve the training, collaboration, and customer experience of robotics and automation in 3PL, by providing visual guidance, feedback, and support. • For example, AR and VR can help robots to learn new skills, interact with humans, and display information and instructions
  • 18. CONCLUSION • While industrial automation and robotics are not the same thing, they often go hand-in-hand to improve productivity, quality and safety at low costs in a variety of industries. • Industrial automation and robotics looks set to continue growing and expanding into new regions, driving down the associated costs as new technologies emerge to provide smarter systems that can take data and react to environments in real time.