DSV, a global third-party logistics provider, encountered challenges in managing the fluctuating seasonal demands of a key health and beauty retail client.

To address this, DSV partnered with Locus Robotics, implementing an advanced autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) solution tailored for warehouse automation.

DSV sought a scalable and flexible solution to efficiently handle peak periods while controlling costs during slower seasons. Locus Robotics provided its robots-as-a-service (RaaS) model, allowing DSV to adjust its robotics fleet according to demand.

By integrating AMRs and dynamic optimization algorithms, DSV effectively maximized warehouse capacity during peak times and minimized idle costs when demand was low. The Locus Robotics system seamlessly fit into DSV’s existing warehouse infrastructure, supporting flexible navigation and scalable deployment across various facilities.

The partnership also yielded immediate improvements in operational efficiency, throughput, and labor allocation. Locus Robotics’ unique swarm technology, which employs a three-to-four bot-to-picker ratio, streamlined workflows and optimized labor usage, significantly reducing picking times and allowing employees to focus on more critical tasks. DSV successfully replicated this model across multiple sites, benefiting from Locus Robotics’ ability to adapt to each client’s unique needs.

Training and IT coordination were critical to successful implementation. DSV staff were trained to adapt to the new robotic workflows, with Locus Robotics offering a standardized approach that allowed for necessary customizations. This flexibility ensured smooth operations during peak holiday seasons and adapted to changes in volume throughout the year.

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