Robotics & Automation Theatre
The Robotics & Automation Theatre will feature both case-study presentations from exhibitors focussing on the benefits delivered by their products along with seminars from industry thought-leaders and experts on the latest trends and developments in the robotics and automation market.
Accredited for CPD by: This conference offers a total of 5.5 CPD hours
10:00
10:25
Improving human-machine collaboration to better meet customer needs
A humancentric approach to automation and deploying AI
How Industry 5.0 might look for your facility
10:25
10:50
How digital twin technology workss
How digital twins can provide a real-time picture of inventory
Reducing error rates and maximising storage efficiency with digital twins
10:50
11:15
Planning for the need of specialised infrastructure and technical support at implementation
The potential impact on workforce and organisational culture
Addressing the security and compliance risk when adopting automation technologies
11:15
11:40
Generative AI vs traditional AI?
How Generative AI can analyse and synthesize data from multiple sources
Generative AI’s ability of continuous improvement and learning
11:40
12:05
The benefits of managing all core business processes in an integrated system
Achieving instant insight across all business operations
Industry case study
12:05
12:30
Advancements in natural language processing and gesture recognition
Ethical considerations with HRI
Future trends in HRI
12:30
12:55
How to engage stakeholders in AI initiatives
Strategies for selecting and partnering with AI vendors for maximum impact
Measuring the success and impact of AI initiatives
12:55
13:20
Case studies on AV implementation for moving trailers, loading/unloading, and transporting goods within the yard
How drones can efficiently perform yard surveillance, inspect asset conditions, and identify inventory location
How autonomous technology can help mitigate risk and improve worker safety
13:20
13:45
The role of telematics for improving driver safety and efficacy
Real-time data for driver behaviour and performanc
Industry case study
13:45
14:10
The role of AI in integrating and analysing real-time data from various sources
How predictive analytics powered by AI can improve demand forecasting accuracy
Industry case study
14:10
14:35
The need for medical robots in hazardous environments
Current challenges faced by medical robots in hazardous environments
Ongoing developments in medical robots
14:35
15:00
How drones are changing the face of intralogistics and last-mile delivery
The economic and efficiency benefits of Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS)
Increasing efficiencies by freeing up time for workers in manual processes
15:00
15:25
What does ROI mean in the context of automation?
Developing a comprehensive automation strategy
Methodologies for evaluating ROI of automation projects
10:00
10:25
Using automated systems and robotics to optimise storage
Automating tasks within a warehouse for greater efficiency
Optimising warehouse performance to meet ESG targets
10:25
10:50
What are dark factories?
The cost and environmental benefits of dark factories
Maximising efficiency with round-the-clock production
10:50
11:15
Understanding how AI algorithms can help make predictions and forecast trend
Addressing human limitations with AI
How AI can support rather than replace employees
11:15
11:40
How can self-driving technology increase productivity throughout the supply chain?
The challenges of implementing self-driving technology
Processes and regulations on accountability for self-driving vehicles
11:40
12:05
Understanding the distributed ledger and decentralisation
Benefits of Realtime tracking and traceability
How blockchain can help enhance collaboration and engagement
12:05
12:30
The current cybersecurity landscape facing supply chains
Implementing best practices for your cybersecurity framework
Collaborative approaches to cybersecurity
12:30
12:55
Principles of swarm intelligence
Real world applications of swarm robotics
Technical and operational challenges
12:55
13:20
How AI and ML are being integrated into robots
Creating more autonomous and adaptable systems
Real world applications eg. Autonomous vehicles
13:20
13:45
The benefits of managing all core business processes in an integrated system
Achieving instant insight across all business operations
Industry case study
13:45
14:10
Ongoing challenges within the manufacturing industry
Benefits of using advanced technology to reduce and simplify the manufacturing process
Case study: How to ensure safety while using robotics on the shopfloor
14:10
14:35
How cobots provide the benefits of industrial solutions at a lower cost
Addressing the skills gap when adopting cobots
Safety benefits of cobots vs industrial robots
14:35
15:00
Increasing demands for faster delivery, customization, and sustainability
How automation can optimise process and help meet packaging and sustainability standards
Industry case study