AI, IoT and Robotics Integration Revolutionizing Industries

The fusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics is transforming industries at a scale previously unimaginable, and at the center of this revolution is the integration of these technologies with building infrastructure to optimize vertical material distribution.

- Aman Moudgil, director, Gilco Global

Historically, industries like health care, hospitality, and warehousing have faced significant challenges in managing the movement of goods between floors. The reliance on manual labor has long been a critical factor contributing to inefficiencies, delays, and increased operational costs. But as businesses continue to embrace automation, the dynamic is shifting—particularly in multi-floor environments where internal logistics play a crucial role in the overall workflow.

At the heart of this transformation is the integration of automation with building lifts. This system allows robotic vehicles and automated material-handling systems to transport goods autonomously between floors, dramatically altering the traditional logistics models in hospitals, hotels, and warehouses.

In many of these settings, material distribution has historically required significant manpower, especially when moving items vertically across multiple floors. Whether it's the delivery of linens in a hotel or the movement of medical supplies in a hospital, inefficiencies in internal logistics often result in delays, increased labor costs, and operational challenges. The introduction of automation—specifically, AI-driven systems capable of vertical material distribution—promises to reshape how industries handle their logistics.