2024 State of the Industry Brief on Warehouse Picking Supports a Strong Future Demand for Augmented Workforce
- 69% of those surveyed see wearable augmented reality (AR) solutions supporting artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow optimization as being central to future warehouse operations
- The potential of AR technology to support existing human capital investments is widely confirmed
This report compiles responses from executives across retail, manufacturing, third-party logistics (3PL), and distribution sectors within the
"We're at a pivotal moment in the evolution of warehouse operations, as revealed by the data," states
Warehouses Are Moving Beyond Mere Digitization into a Hybrid Future
The survey indicates that traditional paper-based picking is in rapid decline, with 77% of warehouses opting out of paper systems. This pivot to digital tools, especially in picking operations, is a clear indicator of technological advancement, and has set the stage for an era of more sophisticated processes. Even amidst technology prioritization, however, companies clearly continue to value the role of human workers in logistics. 94% of businesses report a commitment to the evolving role of human labor in areas like automated warehouses and last-mile delivery. In this context, there's a growing focus on technologies that enhance, rather than replace, human capabilities. Reflecting this sentiment, an astounding 69% of those surveyed agree that wearable AR solutions that broaden the capabilities of their workers with AI optimizations, improved accuracy, and data-rich inputs will be central to warehouse operations in the coming years.
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To learn more about the findings from the 2024 Revolutionizing Fulfillment Operations with Workforce Augmentation industry brief, including further analysis, please visit https://www.vuzix.com/pages/logistics-report-2024.
Report Methodology
Incisiv conducted a hybrid online + Computer Aided Telephonic Interview (CATI) survey of 128 executives from the Retail, Manufacturing, Third-party, Logistics (3PL), and Distribution industries. The study was conducted from
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