In context
In mid-2024, data intelligence firm Dexory was aggressively expanding its AI-powered robotics and digital twin platform, DexoryView, across North America after entering the market in February. The deployment at Jamco Group marked the first in Texas, reflecting a growing trend among distribution operators to adopt autonomous inventory scanning to replace manual, error-prone processes.
What was reported
Jamco Group, a Texas-based logistics provider, deployed DexoryView at its 400,000-square-foot distribution center in Laredo, which houses 26,000 pallet locations across racking systems up to six levels high. Previously, cycle counts were performed manually using scissor lifts, a time-consuming and inaccurate process. The company had also tried drone technology, but found it limited by battery life and inconsistent barcode reading, especially on floors with imperfections.
Dexory's autonomous robots scan up to 40 feet, enabling daily cycle counts within hours and providing real-time, actionable insights. This has reduced the time needed to retrieve goods, allowing faster shipment of items. Additionally, because the robots handle high-level scanning, employees no longer need to work at heights, improving workplace safety.
Rolando Valdes, vice president of IT at Jamco Group, noted that the robots are robust and durable, delivering the accuracy required for cycle counts. Todd Boone, head of North America for Dexory, highlighted the strong market response, with deployments across six states already.
“We are able to have our cycle count done daily within a matter of hours and have rich, actionable insights at our disposal in real-time.”
Why it mattered
The Jamco deployment illustrated how AI-driven robotics and digital twins can transform warehouse operations by replacing manual, hazardous tasks with automated, accurate data collection. This case underscored the practical benefits of such systems—efficiency gains, improved safety, and real-time visibility—making a compelling argument for broader adoption in industrial automation.
Source: Robotics & Automation News (roboticsandautomationnews.com) · Published 2024-08-26 · “Jamco ‘improves efficiency and employee safety’ at distribution centers with DexoryView”