Fast Five: Enhancing Team Efficiency with AMRs

May 13, 2024
Strategies for seamless integration and collaboration are covered in this interview with Tim Ideker, an applications engineer at Mobile Industrial Robots.

In this second part of a three-part educational series with subject matter experts from Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), Tim Ideker, applications engineer, talks about the strategies for integrating autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) into workforce dynamics.

Key factors for integrating AMRs include:

  • Effective training strategies
  • Overcoming resistance
  • Fostering collaboration
  • Feedback mechanisms.

From defining clear roles to providing advanced AMR technology training, organizations are embracing comprehensive training strategies to equip their workforce with the skills needed for success. Ideker says that continuous updates and incentivized skill development programs are becoming the norm, ensuring that employees stay ahead in this dynamic environment.

READ MORE: Assessing the Technical Feasibility of Implementing an AMR System

Tackling resistance head-on, companies are implementing measures to reduce tribal knowledge, conduct post-shift feedback sessions and foster open communication channels. Ideker says that addressing misunderstandings through ongoing training and feedback loops helps organizations to break down barriers to change and drive progress.

In the era of human-robot interaction, collaboration is key. Through regular communication, employee involvement in process improvements, and the creation of career advancement opportunities, companies are fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork. Ideker says that fun elements like contests and themed decorations are being used to engage employees and boost productivity.

Feedback mechanisms are integral to continuous improvement. He notes that end-of-shift discussions, open feedback forums and efficient error reporting systems are empowering employees to contribute valuable insights and drive meaningful change within their organizations.

As businesses navigate the complexities of workforce automation, creating an environment conducive to AMR utilization will help maximize productivity and stay competitive in the digital age.

Watch additional parts of this interview series with MiR:

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Sharon Spielman | Technical Editor, Machine Design

As Machine Design’s technical editor, Sharon Spielman produces content for the brand’s focus audience—design and multidisciplinary engineers. Her beat includes 3D printing/CAD; mechanical and motion systems, with an emphasis on pneumatics and linear motion; automation; robotics; and CNC machining.

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