The Robot Report Podcast
Outrider CEO on yard automation; Here come GPT-based cobot arms
Sep 1, 2023
Andrew Smith, CEO and co-founder of Outrider, discusses their efforts in commercializing yard automation using autonomous vehicles. They highlight the benefits of automation in improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the supply chain. The podcast also covers topics like the decline in robot sales, the impact of the pandemic on logistics and e-commerce, and Outrider's partnerships and go-to-market strategy.
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- Outrider aims to revolutionize the distribution yard by automating processes, enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the supply chain.
- Outrider's fully automated robotic system eliminates the need for human intervention and can handle the variation in trailers, using advanced AI and deep learning technology to optimize vehicle movement within the yard.
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Outrider's Mission to Transform the Distribution Yard
Outrider was founded with the goal of revolutionizing the distribution yard, the crucial link between warehouses and over-the-road transportation. By automating this process, Outrider aims to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the supply chain.
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