A recent interview with Dr. Kerstin Höfle, VP of R&D and Product Management at Körber Business Area Supply Chain, explores some of the current industry trends and challenges. Focusing on smart logistics, sustainability and labor shortages, the interview sheds light on how innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming the landscape.
Mobile Robotics: Market-Driven Trends for Flexible and Scalable Logistics Solutions
Dr. Höfle highlights the rising trend of mobile robotics, driven by market demands for flexible and modular solutions. The focus is on scalable systems, responding to market needs for simplicity and easy scalability. In her opinion AI, especially generative intelligence, has moved beyond the initial skepticism, and asserted itself as a transformative force in the logistics industry. "The topic of AI is indeed a reality and opens up a variety of possibilities”. The potential we see in smart logistics does not only enhance operational efficiency, as for instance seen in AI applications streamlining error detection in real-time, but also positions companies at the forefront of innovation.
