One market area still showing signs of technology life concerns Autonomous Mobile Robots. Once relegated to warehousing operations, these quiet workhorses move parts around many manufacturing plants.
The power of software coupled with intelligent automation onboard offers to further improve usability of these devices. This news comes from Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), a Danish robotic developer.
MiR launched MiR Fleet Enterprise —a scalable, flexible and secure fleet management software platform. This software is designed to optimize overall material handling workflows to boost productivity. MiR Fleet Enterprise solidifies MiR’s position as the “one-stop shop” for internal logistics and material handling. While MiR has consistently provided robust software, this latest release enhances its ability to deliver a full solution for advanced AMR hardware, sophisticated capabilities such as traffic management, and streamlined deployment processes, addressing the complex needs of enterprise-level customers seeking end-to-end solutions.
With the increasing interconnection of AMR systems and IT environments, ensuring robust security measures is more crucial than ever. MiR Fleet Enterprise’s design reflects MiR’s commitment to cyber security, incorporating state-of-the-art security features to protect against cyber threats.
MiR Fleet Enterprise marks a shift from traditional, proprietary fleet management systems. Built to run on Windows Servers and supporting various virtualization strategies, the software is compatible with modern IT infrastructures and cloud environments, facilitating easier deployment and integration. Key features include:
- Enhanced Cybersecurity: The software features advanced cybersecurity measures such as single sign-on, audit logging and an improved user permission system, designed for IEC 62443 Part 4-2 (SL-C 3) to provide strong protection against evolving cyber threats. Its proactive approach to cybersecurity ensures that customers can confidently integrate and scale their AMR systems without compromising IT security.
- Flexible Configuration: Customers gain complete control over the software configuration, enabling easy customization and updates aligned with their IT management strategies. This flexibility supports rapid adaptation to even the most challenging operational needs.
- Efficient Scalability: Designed to accommodate growing fleets and complex integrations, MiR Fleet Enterprise streamlines communication between management software and individual AMRs. Optimizing data exchange reduces network load and enhances operational efficiency, even with fleets of 100+ units.
