Robotics is transforming industries of every scale. From manufacturing to logistics to custom fabrication, automated systems are no longer limited to massive factories with multimillion-dollar budgets. Today, small and midsize businesses are exploring robotics as a way to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and stay competitive. But the true breakthrough isn’t simply about adding more machines, it’s about designing automation that works with people, not around them.

In this episode of Beyond the Bot, host Tony speaks with Alan from Schneider Electric about how one of the industry’s legacy leaders is reinventing itself through cutting-edge technologies like generative AI and digital twins. From their pioneering role in creating the first PLC in 1968 to their latest GenAI Copilot embedded within the EcoStruxure Automation Expert platform, Schneider is enabling engineers to securely generate, test, and deploy real-world automation code offl

In this Beyond the Bot live session, Anthony DeHart and Steven King dive deep into the practical realities of AI-powered automation—from robotic arms on factory floors to AI agents making strategic decisions. Speaking candidly with an audience of technologists, entrepreneurs, and students, the duo shares not just what’s possible, but what’s actually working—and what still needs careful human oversight.

Robotics warehouse automation refers to the use of intelligent systems, robotics, and autonomous machines to perform repetitive tasks in a warehouse—like picking, packing, transporting, and storing goods. These technologies aim to optimize operations by reducing human labor, increasing accuracy, and improving throughput.

With e-commerce accelerating and delivery expectations higher than ever, third-party logistics (3PL) providers face growing pressure to fulfill faster, safer, and at greater scale. To stay competitive in this high-demand landscape, many 3PLs are turning to robotics and warehouse automation—not just as upgrades, but as foundational tools for transforming how logistics is done.

Robotic arms play a vital role in modern automation, relying on key components such as actuators, sensors, end-effectors, and control systems to deliver precision and efficiency across industries. This guide explores how each part functions and offers insights on selecting the right components based on factors like payload, speed, and application needs. Whether for industrial use or DIY projects, understanding these elements helps optimize performance, safety, and versatility

Industrial robotics is revolutionizing modern manufacturing by merging intelligent automation with advanced mechanical systems. From AI-powered cobots to digital twin simulations, this article explores how innovations—like those from Blue Sky Robotics—are boosting productivity, enhancing safety, and transforming industries worldwide. Discover the evolution, benefits, costs, and future trends shaping the industrial robotics landscape.

The rise of AI and robotics has triggered a lot of questions: Will machines take our jobs? Will humans be replaced? The truth is more...

In this compelling episode of Beyond the Bot, hosts Tony DeHart and Steven King step away from the Blue Sky Lab and go live from 79 Degrees West. Their conversation, streamed across LinkedIn, YouTube, and beyond, dives deep into the evolving landscape of AI and automation in both physical and digital spaces.

In this episode of Beyond the Bot, Tony DeHart and Steven King dive deep into the most persistent myths surrounding automation and its role in modern business. From fears about job loss to misconceptions about cost, customization, and control, they bring clarity, nuance, and plenty of practical insight.

As artificial intelligence and robotics continue to evolve, the importance of sensors in computer vision has never been more apparent....

For Beyond the Bot this week, host Anthony DeHart sits down with Blue Sky Robotics' Computer Vision and Robotics Engineer Bhargav Bompalli inside the Blue Sky Lab to explore the cutting-edge world of computer vision and its transformative applications across industries. From basic image filters to advanced AI models like YOLO and generative adversarial networks (GANs), they unpack how machines are being trained to see, understand, and even simulate the world around them.

In this episode of Beyond the Bot, hosts Tony DeHart and Steven King dive into the fascinating and fast-evolving world of collaborative robots, or "cobots." From differences between cobots and traditional industrial robots to the latest advancements in AI, machine vision, and usability, Tony and Steven explore how cobots are reshaping industries.

Tony DeHart talks with Justin Lorenzo, President of L&M Architectural Signs, about how a multi-generational, family-run signage business is transforming with automation. Justin shares how his team embraced robotic painting technology not only to boost efficiency but to elevate quality—meeting the intense demands of modern manufacturing without compromising on craftsmanship. From early challenges to impressive ROI, they explore what it really means to merge tradition and innov

In this compelling episode of Beyond the Bot, Tony DeHart and Steven King take us inside the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. As restaurants face labor shortages, rising operational costs, and a rapidly changing customer experience landscape, artificial intelligence and robotics are stepping in as key enablers of change.

In recent years, the restaurant industry has faced a whirlwind of challenges, from recovering financially post-pandemic to grappling with labor shortages and rising operational costs. In California, the recent introduction of a new law raising the minimum wage to $20 per hour for fast food workers adds a strain on small to midsize restaurants already dealing with inflation.