‘The future of work’: Agility Robotics launches next generation of Digit logistics robot
Agility Robotics has unveiled the next generation of Digit, pitched as the first human centric, multi-purpose robot made for logistics work.
Digit is designed to go where people go and do useful work safely in spaces designed for humans, starting with bulk material handling within warehouses and distribution centres.
“Three years ago, we introduced the first commercially available bi-pedal robot with a human form factor made for work,” says Damion Shelton, Co-founder and CEO at Agility Robotics.
“Since then, we have seen enormous interest in Digit from multinational logistics companies, and have worked closely with them to understand how they want to use Digit to improve warehouse and supply chain operations. We designed the next generation with those customer use cases in mind.”
“Supply chains are still feeling the aftereffects of the pandemic, and the demand for warehouse labour far exceeds available talent. Companies are turning to automation now more than ever to help mitigate future disruptions. With logistics labour issues such as high turnover, burnout, and injury continuing to rise, we believe Digit to be the future of work,” Shelton adds.
“We look forward to Digit augmenting workforces, taking on the ‘dull, dirty, and dangerous’ tasks, and allowing people to focus on more creative and complex work. We like to think of Digit as enabling humans to be more human.”
“We’ve learned so much about how robots can partner with the human workforce and work naturally in human environments, and we can’t wait to see the positive impact that the new Digit will have in the world,” comments Jonathan Hurst, Co-founder and CTO at Agility Robotics.
“When people and robots work together in logistics operations, working conditions improve for people, warehouse efficiency improves overall, the supply chain moves more smoothly - everybody wins.”
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