CSSI is pleased to offer the latest rugged tablets for police, fire, and rescue. Zebra Technologies offers a complete line of tough-and-ready tablets, including the new ET80/ET85 enterprise tablet.
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In these days of labor shortages and rising expenses, companies are seeking technologies which can address these problems as well as the challenge of rising operating volumes. The Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), or warehouse robot, is the perfect technology to address supply chain pain points – it augments your human staff, enabling them to focus on higher-value activities, and reducing the amount of manned travel in your facility.
So what is an Autonomous Mobile Robot? Autonomous Mobile Robots are freely operating devices which can be quickly trained to perform a broad variety of material movement tasks. The AMR uses a sophisticated mix of sensors and cameras to ‘see’, and powerful obstacle detection artificial intelligence enables it to safely operate independent of human guidance. The AMR’s action can be triggered by user input (a barcode, button press, or RFID signal), and will proceed to perform the task as directed. Examples of tasks for warehouse robotics might include pallet movement, warehouse case or rack movement, support for human workers in picking and order fulfillment, ‘virtual conveyor belt’ functionality, or removal of trash/recycling.
An Autonomous Robot navigates its way through your facility using a mix of sensors and cameras. This is different than the older AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle), which travels along pre-defined routes typically demarked by wires, magnetic strips, or sensors. AGVs can be effective, but they are less ‘smart’. AGVs take more effort to setup because of the infrastructure requirements, which also means that they are less flexible and versatile – changing functions or routes can mean remarking the facility to accommodate.
Autonomous Mobile Robots, on the other hand, do not require wires or magnetic strips to be installed in the facility. Truly autonomous, the AMR provides flexible automation of critical supply chain workflows. If its preferred path is blocked by obstacles, the AMR can find a new path. Also, AMRs can quickly be assigned new tasks and routes without modifications to the physical infrastructure of the plant. AMRs will also meet safety requirements – they are able to safely work alongside people, maintaining a situational awareness which enables the robots to avoid hazards.
The Autonomous Mobile Robot market is growing very fast as companies seek gains through warehouse automation. AMR deployments aren’t the solution in every case, but they can be extremely impactful in situations where:
The Pennsylvania-based team at CSSI is available to discuss your challenges and potential use cases for industrial mobile robots. Please contact us to discuss an AMR solution today.
The modern warehouse must brave through a myriad of challenging demands. From shorter delivery timeframes to real-time order tracking, meet every demand with a modernization solution that adapts to the individual worker for maximized productivity and ergonomics. Wearable technology solutions provide an instant productivity boost for your team… faster scanning, improved ergonomics, less fatigue.
There are a number of wearable tech devices. These would include:
CSSI is focused primarily on wearable technologies which support activities in warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing environments.
There are many advantages to well-implemented modern wearable technology solutions:
Zebra’s new WS50 wearable computer integrates a scanner and color screen.
CSSI can guide you in the selection, configuration, deployment, and support of wearable computers and ring scanners.
Contact CSSI to learn more about the possibilities which wearable tech can unlock for your organization.
Zebra Technologies is back with a timely update to its 2019 Warehouse Vision Study! The new Warehouse Vision Study is the result of survey of warehousing execs and decision makers worldwide, who were asked about their investment plans and expectations between 2022 and 2027. We are happy to present the Vision Study as a free download (see below).
Complete the form below to immediately receive your free copy of Zebra’s Warehouse Vision Study, a survey of warehouse trends for 2022-2027
As mobile computing devices proliferate throughout your operations, tremendous benefits accrue: improved productivity, inventory accuracy, and employee satisfaction. However, the introduction of technology also allows for the introduction of risks and threats due to:
CSSI can help to keep you secure with the leading edge security of Zebra devices, protected by Zebra’s Lifeguard, mobility extensions, and regular patches.
Further, CSSI can take the burden of mobile device maintenance off your team with our Device Lifecycle Management service – we manage your device fleet, from configuration to deployment to patches and troubleshooting. To learn more, please complete contact us.
View or download the 2027 Warehouse Vision Study below:
cssi_warehouse-vision-study-2027At CSSI Technologies, we sell cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity and profitability in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing, and trucking/logistics firms. We specialize in rugged handheld computers, AIDC (barcode scanners & RFID), label printers, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). We add extra value through our custom software development team, which enables us to create highly effective, custom-fit solutions.
CSSI is seeking a SALES DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE (SDR) eager to build a career in the growing field of industrial technology sales. While learning about the industry, the SDR will seek and qualify leads. As experience grows, the SDR will handle sales and customer relationships of increasing size and complexity. This position is a great match for a person with familiarity in warehousing/manufacturing environments, people skills, IT aptitude, and a consultative mindset.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to resumes@cssi.com and include Sales Development Representative in the subject line.
June 15, 2022, Lewisburg, PA — Pennsylvania-based CSSI Technologies introduces Zebra’s line of Fetch autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to its product offering. As companies face labor shortages and rising expenses, even in the face of growing business demands, the maturation of autonomous mobile robots comes at the perfect time for industry. Warehouse robots reduce a company’s reliance on manned forklifts and pallet jacks, and allow the firm to direct those resources to higher value activities. Productivity can surge as valuable human resources spend less time escorting materials around the facility and more time adding value to those materials. AMRs augment and empower human staff, allowing a company’s people to get more done with less effort.
In August of 2021, Zebra Technologies completed its acquisition of Fetch Robotics, which was notable because Fetch has been a pioneer in mobile robotics and on-demand automation, and has developed a robust line of effective and easy-to-implement mobile robots powered by AI. As the industry leader in supply chain technology, Zebra’s purchase of Fetch enables it to add leading-edge material handling capabilities to its product line. CSSI is a Zebra Premier Solutions Partner, and ready to work with you on implementing autonomous mobile robots in your warehouse and manufacturing facilities.
Autonomous mobile robots can be transformative for your distribution center or manufacturing facility productivity. The benefits of mobile robot technology are far-reaching and include:
As you think about implementing warehouse robots, think from the perspective of specific workflows. What is the definable, repeatable task which can be assigned to your AMR in order to improve overall productivity? You are likely to find the highest ROI by identifying the most well-defined and frequently executed tasks. Businesses differ, but some likely examples might include:
To get started with AMRs, contact CSSI Technologies to discuss your needs. Our warehouse and mobile robot experts will work with you to determine the most attractive way to implement mobile robots in your facility.
Businesses which have been tempted to deploy consumer-grade tablets, and disappointed or frustrated by the results, will be thrilled by the new line of ET40 & ET45 tablets from Zebra Technologies Corporation. The ET40/45 family fills a gap between not-good-enough consumer tablets and more robust tablets such as Zebra’s ET80/ET85 line.
The Zebra ET40 tablet (wi-fi only) and ET45 tablet (wi-fi or cellular) are ready for demanding environments, with rugged features unavailable in consumer products, such as swappable batteries. Powerful Zebra barcode scanner technology and unified communications capabilities create dramatic productivity benefits for your team. Importantly, when you are adopting for a mobile computing rollout, you will appreciate Zebra’s 3-year hardware lifecycle and 6 years of service and support – a product runway dramatically longer than that attained with consumer-grade products.
Businesses which don’t require completely rugged tablet solutions for mobile workers, may be tempted by initially less expensive consumer-grade products, but the complete cost of ownership should be considered, as the costs ultimately outweigh the upfront benefits:
Instead, choosing the enterprise grade ET4X series provides your team with a professional grade product with features which will save employees time and aggravation, and enterprise software tools which your IT staff will appreciate.
There are many use cases for the Zebra ET40 / ET45 Tablet family:
To learn more about the ET40 & ET45 tablet, please contact CSSI Technologies. Our team of Zebra product experts can review your needs and help you select the optimal product for your business.
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Contact CSSI to learn more about how you can consolidate the mobile devices in use in your facilities — adopting instead a multi-functional enterprise Android rugged handheld from Zebra Technologies.