Transforming Warehouse Operations with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
- Marketing Department
- 18 minutes ago
- 3 min read
Visibility, accuracy, and speed are no longer competitive advantages — they are operational requirements.
Our warehouses are under relentless pressure to move faster, fulfil more orders, and do so with fewer errors and lower costs. For logistics-intensive sectors such as 3PL, FMCG, eCommerce, apparel, automotive parts, electronics, and manufacturing, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are rapidly becoming a strategic enabler rather than a future concept.
At NBS, we deploy and support intelligent AMR solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing warehouse and production environments—delivering measurable performance improvements from day one.
Productivity That Scales with Demand
AMRs dramatically increase productivity by consolidating workflows and eliminating wasted movement. By bringing goods directly to workers, pickers spend more time fulfilling orders and less time walking aisles.
Typical outcomes include:
200–300% increase in units picked per hour (UPH)
Faster throughput during peak trading periods
Improved consistency across shifts and teams
This productivity uplift allows warehouses to handle growth without constantly expanding headcount.
Operational Efficiency Through Smart Automation
Material movement is one of the most time-consuming activities in any warehouse. AMRs take over these repetitive tasks, freeing staff to focus on higher-value work.
Efficiency gains include:
Up to 60% reduction in walking and travel time
Shorter order fulfilment cycles
Reduced congestion on warehouse floors
The result is a smoother, more predictable operation that does more with the same resources.
Accuracy Built into Every Move
Errors are costly—both financially and reputationally. AMRs help reduce mistakes by guiding and validating each pick.
Accuracy improvements include:
Up to 90% reduction in picking errors
On-screen visual guidance for operators
Onboard RFID scanning to validate picks in real time
By replacing paper-based pick lists with intelligent automation, orders are completed the first time.
Meaningful Cost Savings and Workforce Stability
Labour challenges remain one of the biggest constraints in warehousing. AMRs directly address this by automating undesirable and repetitive work.
Business impact:
Up to 50% reduction in labour costs
Lower recruitment pressure and staff turnover
Faster onboarding and training of new employees
Workers benefit from less physical strain, while businesses gain a more stable and satisfied workforce.
Guaranteed and Rapid Return on Investment
AMR deployments deliver measurable results within weeks, with a guaranteed ROI in under 24 months. Requiring no major infrastructure changes and offering flexible deployment and scaling, AMRs provide a fast, low-risk investment with clear and predictable returns.
Reliability You Can Plan Around
AMR fleets deliver predictable, continuous operation with up to 99.5% uptime. Autonomous fleet coordination minimises delays and manual intervention, ensuring consistent throughput and fewer operational disruptions.
Built for Flexibility and Change
AMRs adapt in real time to changing layouts, product mixes, and volumes. Digital workflow reconfiguration enables faster changeovers without physical modifications, ensuring greater agility and a future-proof automation investment.
Intelligent Technology at the Core
AMRs combine advanced sensing, decision-making, and execution capabilities:
Cameras, LiDAR, IMUs, and depth sensors create a detailed understanding of the environment
Sensor fusion, visual SLAM, and machine learning plan optimal routes
Precise motion control adapts dynamically to real-world conditions
Together, these capabilities allow AMRs to operate safely and efficiently alongside people.
Full Control, End-to-End Visibility
NBS delivers more than robots—we provide a complete automation platform.
Integration with your WMS, MES, or ERP
Centralised command and control of tasks
Real-time dashboards for productivity and efficiency tracking
Intelligent traffic and congestion management
Optimised battery management for true 24/7 operation
With fleet scalability up to 200 AMRs, your operation can grow without complexity.
Why NBS
From proof of concept to installation, integration, and ongoing support, NBS acts as your long-term automation partner. We ensure your AMR deployment is aligned to your operational goals, delivers measurable value, and evolves with your business.
If you are ready to reduce costs, increase throughput, and future-proof your warehouse, AMRs are no longer optional—they are essential. NBS is ready to help you take that next step.