Transforming global warehouses with ID Logistics’ ASTRID program
ID Logistics, a leading global provider of logistics services, partnered with Dexory to deploy the ASTRID (Autonomous Stock-Taking Robots for Inventory and Data) program across its global sites with DexoryView. This strategic collaboration aimed to revolutionise inventory management by leveraging advanced robotics to enhance warehouse accuracy and operational efficiency.
The challenge
ID Logistics sought to address several key challenges to maintain its competitive edge in the logistics industry:
High-speed inventory management: The need to conduct frequent, accurate, and efficient inventory checks across vast warehouse spaces without disrupting daily operations.
Reducing manual errors: Traditional inventory methods were time-consuming and prone to human error, impacting the overall accuracy and efficiency of warehouse operations.
Maintaining workflow continuity: Ensuring that inventory checks could be conducted during normal working hours without the need to halt or slow down warehouse activities.
Providing the solution
To meet these challenges, ID Logistics and Dexory deployed the ASTRID program, integrating advanced autonomous robots into their global warehouse operations.
Seamless integration
The autonomous robot operates within the daily workflow, conducting live, wall-to-wall inventory checks of up to 30,000 pallet locations. This real-time scanning capability allows for immediate flagging of inaccuracies, enabling the inventory team to quickly address any discrepancies and prevent downstream errors.
High-speed scanning
Capable of scanning up to 10,000 pallets per hour, the autonomous robot significantly boosts inventory management efficiency, saving countless hours that would otherwise be spent on manual checks.
Precision and accuracy
DexoryView has elevated accuracy levels to over 99.9%, nearly achieving perfection in inventory operations. This high level of precision ensures that ID Logistics can provide top-tier service to its customers.
Uninterrupted workflow
The robots are designed to operate during normal working hours, seamlessly navigating around staff and machinery without the need to close aisles. This ensures the workflow remains uninterrupted, maintaining productivity while improving inventory accuracy.
Key impact and achievements
The deployment of DexoryView has delivered impressive results in a short timeframe:
Putaway accuracy: The system has consistently averaged 98% putaway accuracy, reflecting the effectiveness of ASTRID in maintaining precise inventory records.
Inventory accuracy: ID Logistics saw a 5% increase in inventory accuracy within just eight weeks, further solidifying the program’s impact on operational efficiency.
Reduction in manual checks: Manual inventory checks were reduced by 41% in two months, freeing up valuable time and resources for other critical tasks.
“This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the evolution of inventory management and warehouse data acquisition.” — Benoit Boiron, Group Innovation Manager, ID Logistics
Conclusion: Setting new standards in inventory management
The successful deployment of the ASTRID program and DexoryView across ID Logistics’ global sites marks a significant advancement in inventory management and warehouse operations. By leveraging Dexory's cutting-edge robotics, ID Logistics has not only enhanced its operational efficiency but also set new standards for accuracy and workflow continuity in the logistics industry.
