TOKYO, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Geek+, a global AMR leader, announces the launch of its new consulting service in Japan, following the successful cooperation with Nike and the productivity gains provided by Geek+ earlier this year.
With the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the need for efficient operations increased as quarantine rules meant difficulties retaining labor and more e-commerce sales. In March, Geek+ and Nike entered a new phase of the cooperation when Nike turned to Geek+ for support and began a 10-week productivity improvement project.
By carrying out an in-depth analysis of customer site and assigning a consultant for managing an on-site analysis-proposal-execution-verification sequence, Geek+ found that too many SKUs and large fluctuations in order volume added complexity to the operations. By adjusting the algorithms powering the robots, Geek+ helped Nike further streamline its warehouse operations and improve the productivity of robots by 1.8 times.
Tomohiro Sato, President of Geek+ Japan Office, said: "As manufacturers of robotics solutions with a proven track record and in-depth industry understanding, we're committed to providing tailored solutions that optimize operations on customer sites. We see the project with Nike as a success, taking smart robotics solutions to a new level of customization and are happy to announce that we will be making the service available to retailers and logistics players across Japan.
With the launch of its consulting service, Geek+ aims to improve the productivity of ongoing operations and maximize customer value of Geek+ robotics solutions. Furthermore, the in-depth understanding cultivated through the Nike project and the success in improving productivity levels of Nike's warehouse operations will function as a benchmark in the future, as Geek+ makes it consultation services available companies across Japan.
Geek+ Goods-to-Person Picking System, empowered by Geek+ proprietary smart algorithms, uses P-series warehouse robots to eliminate redundant walking of the picking workers, improve picking accuracy, and reduce labor intensity. The AI-driven system features robot task management, combined order optimization and picking, inventory management, dynamic wave optimization, and adjustments of inventory layouts for maximum efficiency.
About Geek+
Geek+ is a global technology company leading the intelligent logistics revolution. We apply advanced robotics and AI technologies to realize flexible, reliable and highly efficient solutions for warehouses and supply chain management. Geek+ counts 300 global customers and has deployed more than 10,000 robots worldwide. Founded in 2015, Geek+ has over 800 employees and is headquartered in Beijing, with offices in Germany, the UK, the US, Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore.
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