Warehouse operators are getting more help improving productivity with innovative robotics, software, and services. Zion Solutions Group last week announced a strategic partnership with Locus Robotics. The collaboration involves the Locus Global Alliance Network, a warehouse industry consortium dedicated to transforming supply chains.
“Embarking on this partnership with Locus Robotics is a leap forward in our mission to innovate and optimize warehouse operations for our customers,” stated Jim Shaw, president of Zion Solutions Group. “Locus Robotics stands out in the realm of warehouse automation. Their solutions fit into any warehouse environment, and together, we aim to deliver seamless, scalable, and rapidly valuable solutions to our customers.”
Covington, Ky.-based Zion Solutions Group has more than 90 years of experience with supply chain integration. The company said it specializes in material handling integration, supply chain advisory services, and data analytics. Agility Robotics named Zion as the first systems integrator for its Digit humanoid.
Zion added that it provides “comprehensive services, from consulting to post-implementation support. Our client-centric approach and project lifecycle management [PLM] process ensure tailor-made solutions using cutting-edge technology, setting us apart in the industry.”
Zion Solutions Group to share integration expertise
Source: Locus Robotics
Zion Solutions Group said the partnership will combine its supply chain integration expertise with Locus Robotics’ AI-driven robotics. The companies said they will take a unified approach to today’s logistics challenges, offering clients robust, affordable, and intuitive automation. The robots will enhance productivity, reduce costs, and scale effortlessly, they said.
“The Locus Global Alliance Network thrives on collaboration with leaders like Zion Solutions Group to push the boundaries of what’s possible in supply chain management,” said Steve Simmerman, head of global alliances at Locus Robotics.
“Our combined efforts will ensure clients benefit from a comprehensive, end-to-end solution that is not just easy to integrate, but is also designed for maximum productivity gains from the outset,” he added. “We couldn’t be more excited about partnering with a System Integrator with Zion’s reputation for solving problems in the industry.”
Zion said its partnership with Locus shows their shared commitment to “delivering field-proven results and addressing the dynamic needs of the robotic market.” The collaborators said they will provide warehouse operators with:
- Expert integration: Locus plans to blend artificial intelligence and robotics with Zion’s supply chain offerings.
- Scalable solutions: These will be tailored to fit any environment and grow alongside business needs.
- Immediate value: The partners said they will deliver productivity gains and cost reductions from Day 1.
Not only does the partnership reimagine warehouse operations, it’s also setting the stage for the future of logistics, claimed Locus and Zion.
Locus builds robot fleets worldwide
Locus Robotics said its multi-bot solution incorporates autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) that collaborate with human workers to improve piece‐handling, case-handling, and pallet-moving productivity. The Wilmington, Mass.-based company said its system easily integrate into new and existing warehouse infrastructures without disrupting workflows.
Locus’ headquarters for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) are in Amsterdam, and its Asia-Pacific (APAC) office is in Singapore. The company won a 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for assisting more than 2 billion picks for customers.
In April, it surpassed 3 billion picks. DHL Supply Chain recently passed 500 million picks assisted by Locus AMRs.
