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EP 591: Making Digital Transformation in Warehousing Work

2025/5/19
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Doug Shukart: 我认为数字化转型意味着企业不再对运营情况一无所知。过去,由于缺乏数据,企业很难优化运营。现在,人工智能的发展需要大数据支持,因此数字化转型至关重要。我们需要收集大量数据,并利用这些数据来改进和优化运营,从而更好地了解运营情况。我认为企业应该从收集数据开始,即使一开始没有明确的使用场景。数据本身会引导你发现问题和优化机会。预测性维护是一个很好的切入点,通过分析振动、能耗等数据,可以预测设备故障,避免停机。 Craig Henry: 我认为数字化转型非常重要,因为它能让你看到以前看不到的东西。通过数字化,我们可以发现运营中的盲点,从而提高效率和利用率。不进行数字化转型的企业将会落后。数字化不仅仅是为了技术,而是为了发现新的视角。企业需要制定数字化战略,明确业务重点,然后选择合适的工具和技术。在实施数字化转型时,要寻求专业人士的帮助,并充分了解自己的需求。我认为企业应该尽快通过IO-Link、EtherCAT等网络获取信号,实现数字孪生的梦想。简化布线可能前期成本较高,但长期回报巨大。

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This chapter explores the definition of digital transformation in warehousing, highlighting its importance in improving data visibility, optimizing operations, and enhancing efficiency. Experts emphasize that companies failing to adopt digitalization risk falling behind in the industry.
  • Digital transformation in warehousing involves collecting data to understand operations.
  • It improves data visibility, optimization, and efficiency.
  • Companies not adopting digitalization risk falling behind.

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At ProMat 2025, Kevin chats with Doug Schuchart of Beckhoff Automation) and Craig Henry of Murrelektronik), two leaders from the CSS (Conveyor & Sortation Systems) Industry Group of MHI) , to explore what digital transformation means in warehousing. 

Their lively conversation unpacks the gap between aspiration and execution, diving deep into how companies can take meaningful steps toward better data visibility, predictive maintenance, and long-term ROI. 

From hard-earned lessons to surprising insights, they emphasize the importance of asking the right questions before diving into technology.

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