TECHNOLOGY IN THE WAREHOUSE immediate alerts to take corrective action , according to Alan Johnson , managing director , chemical and workplace safety at 3E .
“ Better yet , AI-managed chemical compliance data helps streamline regulatory compliance reporting , including Tier II and TRI submissions , saving time while keeping businesses compliant and teams safe ,” he says .
AI has become a game-changer for warehouse safety , offering smart solutions that address risks proactively to keep workers safe and operations compliant .
Johnson notes safety platform Intelex specifically , which uses AI to “ monitor real-time compliance , flagging issues such as uncertified equipment use before they become problems .”
Warehouses heavily rely on their equipment and machinery to operate , so if they break down or encounter a problem , it can cause operations to halt and result in ripple effects in the warehouse .
“ AI is proving to be quite helpful with being able to predict when machinery may need maintenance ahead of time so that warehouses are able to take care of those things in a timely manner before they become a problem ,” mentions GPTZero CEO Edward Tian .
Similarly , AI-enabled tools can analyze incident reports to uncover patterns — such as frequent slips in a specific area �and recommend fixes like improving floor traction .
“ This kind of continuous oversight not only streamlines compliance but also promotes a safer working environment ,” says Johnson .
AI AUTOMATING REPETITIVE TASKS
Arguably one of the more popular ways in which companies utilize AI is to help automate repetitive tasks , freeing up employee time to work on more important projects .
“ Automation through AI is taking over repetitive , time-consuming tasks like picking , packing and sorting , allowing employees to focus on higher priority tasks ,” says DeepBrain AI ’ s Jung . " Static content like documents , schematics and receipts can be converted into engaging video content using AI , creating more dynamic and appealing materials that can be shared across systems .”
Robotics integrated with AI vision mechanics can also handle delicate tasks like opening or counting , speeding up processes and ensuring consistency across operations .
“ You can automate daily functional tasks that need to be done in order to help operators move on to their next project , such as automatically printing bills ,” mentions Amy Dean , VP of operations for SC Codeworks . “ Technology can automate all of these processes to keep things moving forward .”
Aside from automating repetitive tasks , AI assistants can also support workers by streamlining communication , providing real-time updates on orders and offering guidance for complex tasks .
“ They use interactive assistance to receive answers through voice , onscreen text and images , making the information visually engaging , informative and easily accessible ,” notes Jung .
To assist in the customer service aspect , AI can utilize a wide variety of voices and languages to communicate , enabling efficient use of time and cost savings . This not only reduces the likelihood of errors but also allows employees to focus on higher-value activities , driving operational efficiency , according to Jung .
THE FUTURE OF AI AND TECHNOLOGY IN WAREHOUSES
With how quickly AI is being adopted in different industries , the technology will only continue to develop and act as a catalyst for reshaping efficiency , accuracy and scalability in warehouses .
Market Research Future ’ s Dhapte predicts that AI will become even more integrated into personal and professional atmospheres , “ driven by user-friendly platforms that allow nonexperts to use AI for business , individual tasks , research and creative projects ."
“ The rise of Robots-as-a-Service ( RaaS ) would further make AI-driven technologies accessible to businesses
You can automate daily functional tasks that need to be done in order to help operators move on to their next project , such as automatically printing bills .
– AMY DEAN , VP OF OPERATIONS FOR SC CODEWORKS
by developing subscription-based models ,” Dhapte continues . “ Subscriptions will continue to reduce the economic barrier to new robotics and automation technologies .”
“ It ’ s both fascinating and exciting to see the integration of AI into warehouse operations as technology is rapidly revolutionizing safety protocols in the beverage industry ,” says 3E ’ s Johnson .
“ It is my sense that as AI continues to evolve , its potential to cover additional areas of warehouse safety — such as environmental monitoring for chemical hazards , emergency response coordination and advanced robotics to perform physically demanding or hazardous tasks — will only grow , promising a future where technology and safety are seamlessly integrated ,” he continues . • www . bevwholesaler . com Spring 2025 • Bevearge Wholesaler 7