tracking system are highly flexible depending on the application ’ s requirements . A recent project for an Italian fulfilment company illustrates this .
Prime Vision was asked to improve a process where products are selected from storage , verified , and prepared for shipment . Historically , this step had been prone to human errors , resulting in mispacked items or incorrect quantities . This translated to delays , additional costs and customer dissatisfaction . However , Prime Vision had cutting-edge technology ready to transform this process by carrying out a double check .
Prime Vision ’ s ‘ Proof of Pick & Pack ’ is a game-changing warehouse technology that leverages a combination of cameras and voice recognition systems to ensure the accuracy of the picking and packing process . In this system , forklift trucks or pickers are equipped with cameras that capture images and videos of the selected products during the picking phase . These images and videos are then crossreferenced with a comprehensive reference database containing tens of thousands of product records .
The Proof of Pick & Pack system was a gamechanger for warehouse operations at the Italian fulfilment company . By combining cuttingedge camera technology with a vast reference database and a Pick-by- Voice system , it offered an efficient and error-free solution to the ageold problem of mispacked items and incorrect quantities .
As the logistics industry continues to evolve , embracing innovative technologies like Proof of Pick & Pack is essential for staying ahead of the curve and delivering exceptional service to customers . More than that , the flexibility of imagetracking systems brings benefits to warehouse employees too .
Staff perceive the advantages Contrary to the story of automation taking jobs , computer vision is proving highly beneficial for warehouse workers , making tasks easier and more attractive . This is especially important for a sector facing a chronic labour shortage .
Monitoring warehouse activities lets businesses identify best practices and new efficiencies . Personal innovations like better sorting routines can be shared with the rest of the team , making work easier for everyone .
Additionally , data from image-based tracking can greatly simplify sorting . Devices such as Prime Vision ’ s Flow Projector eliminate boring , timeconsuming label reading by imaging the label , determining the correct destination and projecting a number onto the item that corresponds to it . Therefore , it is much faster for workers to move parcels to the right place , improving job satisfaction and efficiency .
Intuitive systems that simplify processes expedite training too . Prime Vision engineers have witnessed this first-hand . A new starter at a customer ’ s site was able to begin work immediately with a Flow Projector as it was quick and easy to provide adequate training . As well as getting up to speed almost instantaneously , staff enjoy collaborating with exciting technology that adds game-like elements to the most mundane tasks . This helps to attract and retain workers , helping warehouses overcome the challenges of the labour shortage .
Seeing into the future
Computer vision and machine learning technology is developing rapidly , and Prime Vision works with academia to harness the
Smart scene understanding allows to visualise the exact location of an item within a warehouse at any time .
By collaborating with the wider computer vision community , the business develops state-of-the-art , customisable systems to benefit any operation .
latest research and deliver new , innovative image-tracking solutions . By collaborating with the wider computer vision community , the business develops state-of-the-art , customisable systems to benefit any operation .
Validation is critical in any logistics process , but modern image-based tracking goes a step further , enabling operators to take a more proactive approach to enhancing warehouse efficiency and profitability . As well as minimising errors , the technology is allowing humans to excel , augmenting operations with a third person perspective for a deeper understanding of the mise-en-scène .
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