Honeywell and Corvus Robotics Join Forces to Streamline Warehouse Inventory Tracking

On March 20, 2025, Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) announced a strategic partnership with Corvus Robotics to enhance the automation of inventory management within warehouses. This collaboration will see the integration of Honeywell’s SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software into Corvus Robotics’ fleet of autonomous inventory drones, greatly improving accuracy and efficiency in inventory tracking and case counting.

Boosting Automation in Inventory Management

The SwiftDecoder software equips drones to effectively scan barcodes, even amid the complexities of fast-paced warehouse operations. By leveraging Honeywell’s advanced scanning technologies and Corvus Robotics’ innovative AI algorithms, this partnership enables the simultaneous decoding of multiple cases, optimizing inventory management processes.

Jackie Wu, CEO of Corvus Robotics, commented on the partnership: “Honeywell’s extensive expertise in the warehouse sector and the capabilities of the SwiftDecoder software made it the ideal choice for our advanced drones. This integration empowers warehouses to optimize their inventory management, cut operational costs, and enhance supply chain efficiency.”

Revolutionizing Inventory Audits with Autonomous Drones

The Corvus One™ Autonomous Inventory Management System, featuring the SwiftDecoder software, is engineered to perform inventory audits more swiftly than human workers. Traditional inventory counting can be stalled by vast warehouse spaces with high shelves and inadequate lighting. However, Corvus One drones utilize cutting-edge computer vision technologies to navigate and audit inventory without needing GPS or human intervention, making real-time data collection feasible.

According to David Barker, president of Honeywell Productivity Solutions and Services, this technology addresses labor shortages: “With the ongoing labor scarcity affecting supply chains, businesses are actively seeking solutions to complement their workforce. The Honeywell and Corvus Robotics collaboration facilitates automated inventory counting and real-time data insights, helping retailers manage rising demands efficiently while mitigating mistakes and discrepancies.”

Enhanced Barcode Scanning Capabilities

The SwiftDecoder technology allows for batch scanning, where multiple barcodes can be captured in a single sweep. This feature enhances the efficacy of the Corvus One system for counting stock in a specific area, presenting operators with immediate stock level updates.

Real-time inventory data acquisition helps businesses make prompt, informed decisions, enabling them to respond proactively to supply chain challenges and maintain operational stability in line with fluctuating demands.

For further insights into Honeywell’s supply chain automation solutions, please visit Honeywell’s official website at Honeywell Automation.

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