Honeywell and Corvus Robotics Partner to Automate Warehouse Inventory Tracking

SwiftDecoder Software Enhances Accuracy and Efficiency in Supply Chain Management

Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) has announced that its SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software will be integrated into Corvus Robotics’ autonomous inventory drones. This partnership aims to enhance inventory tracking and case counting in warehouses and distribution centers (DCs), improving stock visibility while reducing labor costs.

Enhancing Automation in Inventory Management

SwiftDecoder software enables drones to scan barcodes efficiently, even in complex and fast-moving warehouse environments. By combining Honeywell’s scanning technology with Corvus Robotics’ proprietary case-counting artificial intelligence, the system can decode numerous cases at once.

Jackie Wu, CEO at Corvus Robotics, emphasized the benefits of this collaboration: “We selected Honeywell’s SwiftDecoder software for our cutting-edge drones due to the company’s long-standing expertise in the warehousing sector and the software’s ability to efficiently and reliably acquire data, even in complex and fast-moving DC environments.” He further noted that integrating Honeywell’s software with Corvus Robotics’ technology enables warehouses to manage inventory more effectively, reduce operational costs, and improve supply chain efficiency.

Autonomous Drones for Real-Time Inventory Audits

The Corvus One™ Autonomous Inventory Management System, powered by SwiftDecoder software, is designed to navigate through DCs and conduct inventory audits faster than human workers. Traditional inventory counting can be challenging in large warehouse spaces, especially when dealing with high shelves, difficult-to-reach racks, and low-light conditions.

Unlike conventional scanning methods, Corvus One drones use computer vision to navigate, scan, map, and count inventory without relying on GPS, Wi-Fi, wireless beacons, or human operators. By providing real-time insights, this system allows warehouses to allocate their limited workforce to other high-value tasks.

David Barker, president of Honeywell Productivity Solutions and Services, highlighted the importance of automation in addressing labor shortages: “As the labor shortage continues to plague the supply chain, we know that companies are looking for solutions to supplement their human workforce. By automating inventory counting and providing real-time data, the Honeywell-Corvus Robotics solution will help retailers keep up with growing demand and complexity, reduce inventory discrepancies and errors, and improve overall supply chain performance.”

Faster and More Accurate Barcode Scanning

SwiftDecoder software is capable of batch scanning, which allows drones to capture multiple barcodes simultaneously. This technology enhances the Corvus One system’s ability to count individual cartons in a single location, providing warehouse operators with instant stock level data.

The ability to gather and process inventory data in real time helps businesses make informed decisions quickly. This capability allows companies to react to supply chain disruptions, maintain operational continuity, and optimize inventory levels to meet changing demands.

For more information about Honeywell’s supply chain automation solutions, visit Honeywell’s website.

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