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Miso Robotics partners with Lancer Worldwide to launch automated beverage dispenser

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Miso Robotics, a robotics and automation startup specializing in the foodservice industry, is partnering with Lancer Worldwide, a beverage dispenser manufacturer which works with the world’s top food and beverage brands, to build “an intelligence-backed, automated beverage dispenser that will bring enhanced functionality for a future-focused commercial kitchen”, according to the companies.

At a time when the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry is facing record labor shortages, operators are looking for ways to streamline operations, cut costs and implement solutions that drive a better and faster customer service experience. The pandemic drastically shifted the paradigm, creating new models for operator revenue streams that relied on drive-thru, takeout and delivery more so than ever before.

While 60 to 70 percent of certain QSR sales came from the drive-thru lane pre-pandemic, as Covid spread, major QSRs experienced a jump as high as 90 percent.1 Yet, the new delivery and drive-thru model have made the always-critical need of speed and efficiency an even bigger challenge as volume increases and staff decreases have added minutes to the clock for order completion. Because of this, total average drive-thru times slowed down by 29.8 seconds last year. [Read more…] about Miso Robotics partners with Lancer Worldwide to launch automated beverage dispenser

The Benefits of Cobots in Industrial Production

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Robots in industrial production can help human employees lighten their workload and – indirectly – even protect them. item America is exploring these and other benefits of human-robot collaboration.

Although it’s nearly impossible to imagine our modern everyday lives without technical equipment, humans and machines are still often seen as rivals; however, this ‘either/or’ mindset fails to consider the valuable third option of collaboration that has become ever more important in the face of digitalization and Industry 4.0.

We’re talking about human-robot collaboration. [Read more…] about The Benefits of Cobots in Industrial Production

Zebra Technologies to acquire Fetch Robotics

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Zebra Technologies, a provider of software and hardware systems for supply chains, is to acquire Fetch Robotics, a developer of warehouse robots and related technologies.

Fetch’s Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are used for optimized picking in fulfillment centers and distribution centers, just-in-time material delivery in manufacturing facilities and automating manual material movement in any facility.

Fetch features the largest portfolio of AMRs in the industry and offers seamless integration with warehouse and manufacturing systems without the need for changes to facilities or infrastructure. [Read more…] about Zebra Technologies to acquire Fetch Robotics

How to structure a software development team for the best output

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In this article, we’ll take a step-by-step approach in explaining the right team structure for software development.

In recent years, the industry has been transitioning towards adopting self-managing, multi-skilled teams that focus their efforts on delivering usable software.

Understanding how the different types of teams are formed will help you decide whether you need a simple software development team structure or a complex/hybrid one. [Read more…] about How to structure a software development team for the best output

4 Ways to Implement Industrial Automation

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The advent of technology is changing all industries these days – optimizing processes, productions, and systems. In other words, its development is inviting the way for a more competitive and convenient way of doing business.

Industrial automation is the future of work and it has paved the way for various industrial processes to be automated effectively, economically, and safely. This has resulted in the introduction of new jobs, such as industrial technician, industrial engineer, and industrial program manager.

These new job titles, coupled with the increased efficiency brought about by industrial automation, have contributed to reducing unemployment in many industries. [Read more…] about 4 Ways to Implement Industrial Automation

Manual or Automated Testing: Which One Should You Choose?

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When your software is on a quality assurance stage, testing should start from two main choices: specialists and testing types. These decisions define the efficiency of task completion. First of all, you can outsource software testing to cover QA with fewer efforts and spendings, but A-quality.

The primary purpose of software testing is to find bugs and fix them. The proper testing allows effective bug fixing for a better user experience. So it is better to know how to choose the suitable test execution method.

For example, TestFort.com a software testing services company, provides two main testing types: manual and automated. Each of these methods is suitable for different cases. So we will help you to find out which one to choose depending on the kind of task. Let’s dig in! [Read more…] about Manual or Automated Testing: Which One Should You Choose?

7 business tools that business owners need to start using

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There are many things that you can do to make your business more profitable. For instance, you can start hiring experienced employees and offer excellent customer service.

However, it is worth noting that you will need to go a step further in this day and age.

Ideally, you should start using technology to your advantage. There are many tools out there that can help you communicate with your customers, develop an original marketing strategy, and create a strong online presence. [Read more…] about 7 business tools that business owners need to start using

5 Reasons that will make you want to invest in your inventory management

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It’s time to talk about inventory management. Your business depends on it, full stop. Yet, when the time comes to splurge on innovations that will improve your business, inventory management is often overlooked.

Sure, it might not be as sexy or interesting as marketing—but what’s a good marketing campaign worth if you don’t have enough products in stock? Or way too many—meaning you still lose money?

Inventory management also plays a big role in your strategy. Your warehouse is so much more than just a temporary place to stay for your products. You could make—or lose—quite a bit of money there. [Read more…] about 5 Reasons that will make you want to invest in your inventory management

How to Get Your Kids Interested in Technology – Without Getting Them Addicted!

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Technology is everywhere nowadays, and it can be both a blessing and a curse. We all use multiple forms of technology before we even get to work in the morning.

Think about your morning coffee, your commute, checking your emails, using your shower – there are so many forms of technology that we take for granted every single day. [Read more…] about How to Get Your Kids Interested in Technology – Without Getting Them Addicted!