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Top Distribution Management Software in 2025: Best Platforms for Distributors and Wholesalers

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The distribution industry is changing fast. Margins are tighter, customer expectations are higher, and supply chains are more complex than ever.

Relying on spreadsheets, paper orders, and email coordination no longer works when efficiency determines profitability.

That’s why more businesses are turning to the top distribution management software to streamline operations, cut errors, and scale growth. [Read more…] about Top Distribution Management Software in 2025: Best Platforms for Distributors and Wholesalers

How Sports Management Software is Changing Team Dynamics: What is Sports Management Software?

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Sports management software is revolutionizing how sports teams and organizations operate. This technology streamlines administrative tasks, enhances communication, and optimizes performance.

With advanced tools, teams can work more efficiently and achieve better results. [Read more…] about How Sports Management Software is Changing Team Dynamics: What is Sports Management Software?

ABB Robotics adds generative AI assistant to RobotStudio

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ABB Robotics has enhanced its offline programming and simulation software RobotStudio Suite with the new RobotStudio AI Assistant, harnessing the power of generative Al to make robot programming faster, easier, and more accessible. 

Marc Segura, president, ABB Robotics, says: “This is the latest step in our decade-long journey to innovate and commercialize AI, extending value for our customers by enhancing robot versatility and encouraging their use beyond traditional manufacturing.

“The demand for AI in robotics is driven by the need for greater flexibility; faster commissioning cycles and a shortage of the specialist skills traditionally needed to program and operate robots. [Read more…] about ABB Robotics adds generative AI assistant to RobotStudio

ABB Robotics launches OmniCore EyeMotion for vision-powered autonomy

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ABB Robotics has launched OmniCore EyeMotion, which enables any OmniCore-powered robot to recognize its surroundings using any third-party camera or sensor and adapt in real time, even in complex applications.

Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics, says: “Over the past decade, we have evolved AI vision to give robots “eyes” that can see the world in 3D, but previously this required advanced camera hardware.

“In one step, OmniCore EyeMotion grants any robot the ability to both see and understand the world around it, for a wide range of 2D and 3D vision-based applications, advancing autonomy and versatility.” [Read more…] about ABB Robotics launches OmniCore EyeMotion for vision-powered autonomy

Building Responsible AI-Driven Platforms with User Protection in Mind

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Within the fast-changing digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is spearheading innovation in industries. From customized retail companions to healthcare predictive analysis, AI has become a linchpin of technological advancements.

Within the iGaming and betting industries, AI is exerting particularly revolutionary influence. But as such industries expand, there is one key obligation that emerges: guaranteeing user safety and designing platforms centered on ethical and responsible approaches. [Read more…] about Building Responsible AI-Driven Platforms with User Protection in Mind

OpenMind launches first open-source operating system for intelligent robots

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OpenMind has released the beta version of what it says is “the world’s first open-source operating system for intelligent robots”, adding that it’s “a universal platform that allows any robot to perceive, reason, and act in the real world”.

Robotics has long been fragmented, with developers forced to choose between closed ecosystems, hardware-specific software, or steep learning curves.

This allows any developer to install fully autonomous software on their robots. [Read more…] about OpenMind launches first open-source operating system for intelligent robots

Intrinsic and Google DeepMind unveil AI breakthrough for multi-robot orchestration

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Intrinsic, a robotics software company owned by Alphabet, parent company of Google, has announced a major advance in artificial intelligence that enables multiple industrial robots to work together in shared environments without colliding.

The development stems from long-term research led by Google DeepMind Robotics – now apparently rebranded as Gemini Robotics – in collaboration with Intrinsic and University College London.

Details of the project were published in Science Robotics under the title “RoboBallet: Planning for Multi-Robot Reaching with Graph Neural Networks and Reinforcement Learning”. [Read more…] about Intrinsic and Google DeepMind unveil AI breakthrough for multi-robot orchestration

RoboDK launches new training academy to ‘bridge the global robotics skills gap’

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RoboDK, the company known for its powerful and accessible robot programming tools, has launched RoboDK Academy: a free, self-paced online training platform designed to make industrial robot programming skills more accessible than ever.

The platform combines hands-on projects, step-by-step tutorials, and video walkthroughs to teach programming skills through simulation and offline programming, from beginner to advanced levels.

Albert Nubiola, RoboDK’s CEO, says: “Automation and robotics adoption is accelerating to address labor shortages, but there’s a global shortage of skilled robotics talent. With RoboDK Academy, we aim to upskill workers and support this transition.” [Read more…] about RoboDK launches new training academy to ‘bridge the global robotics skills gap’

Contact Software partners with Razorleaf to streamline product design and operations

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In highly competitive global markets, manufacturing companies strive to automate their processes and accelerate their product launches. Now, industrial applications provider Contact Software joins forces with Razorleaf to help them achieve these goals.

The strategic partnership combines Contact’s composable Elements platform with Razorleaf’s in-depth knowledge of the North American market and proven expertise in consulting and implementing digital thread solutions.

Together, they bring single-platform PLM, MES, and IIoT solutions to manufacturing companies, empowering them to design, manufacture, and operate Smart Products more efficiently and improve customer satisfaction. [Read more…] about Contact Software partners with Razorleaf to streamline product design and operations

OpenMind raises $20 million to ‘connect all thinking machines’ through its robot operating system

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OpenMind, a company that describes itself as “unlocking machine agency at scale”, has closed a $20 million funding round led by Pantera Capital.

By building open systems, shared intelligence, and decentralized coordination, their goal is to “connect all thinking machines”. In other words, the company wants to provide an operating system for robots, particularly humanoid robots.

The company also received strong backing from industry leaders Ribbit, Coinbase Ventures, HSG, DCG, Pebblebed, Topology, Primitive Ventures, Lightspeed Faction, Anagram and notable angels. [Read more…] about OpenMind raises $20 million to ‘connect all thinking machines’ through its robot operating system