The Autonomous Supply Chain: AI, Robotics, and the Next Industrial Evolution
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https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-922X.ICRCEDA25-108Keywords:
Supply Chain, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, RoboticsAbstract
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics into supply chain management marks a pivotal shift in industrial operations, heralding what many term the next industrial evolution. These technologies have significantly transformed traditional supply chain models by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness through automation and predictive analytics. The adoption of AI and robotics is driven by the need to optimize logistics, reduce operational costs, and improve overall supply chain resilience. This paper delves into the transformative impact of AI and robotics in supply chains, highlighting their applications across procurement, warehousing, distribution, and production. We explore how AI-driven algorithms improve demand forecasting and supplier evaluation, while robotics streamline warehouse management through automated picking and packing. The study also examines the role of AI in optimizing route planning for distribution networks and improving production efficiency through predictive maintenance and autonomous assembly lines
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