For some, voice has become the starting point for re-engineering warehouse processes and systems, rather than an after-thought. As these processes move from being paper-centric, to RF-centric (barcode scanning) and now voice-centric. Most notably, the technology was originally limited to picking, whereas now all warehouse functions (picking, receiving/put-away, replenishment, shipping) can be coordinated by voice systems. Since then, voice has changed dramatically. The first incarnations of voice directed warehousing were implemented in distribution centers in the early 1990s. Whilst VDW was originally used in picking orders, now all warehouse functions such as goods receiving, put-away, replenishment, shipping, and returns processing can be coordinated by voice systems. By freeing a worker's hands and eyes, voice directed systems typically improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety. Voice-directed warehousing is typically used instead of paper- or mobile computer-based systems that require workers to read instructions and scan barcodes or key-enter information to confirm their tasks.
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The speech recognition software running on the wearable computer 'understands' the workers' responses. Workers confirm their tasks by speaking pre-defined commands and reading confirmation codes printed on locations or products throughout the warehouse. In a voice directed warehouse, workers wear a headset connected to a small wearable computer, similar in size to a Sony Walkman, which tells the worker where to go and what to do using verbal prompts. VDW has been in use since the late 1990s, with its use increasing drastically since. Voice-directed warehousing ( VDW) refers to the use of the voice direction and speech recognition software in warehouses and distribution centers. JSTOR ( June 2009) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message).Unsourced material may be challenged and removed.įind sources: "Voice-directed warehousing" – news Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. This article needs additional citations for verification.
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