Infios and Geekplus drive efficiency in hardware manufacturing industry at Deutsche Telekom

Written by Geekplus | Aug 18, 2025 3:01:54 PM

 

The Customer 

  • One of the world's leading integrated telecommunications companies: more than 261 million mobile customers, 25 million fixed-network lines, and 22 million broadband customers.

  • Deutsche Telekom is present in more than 50 countries. With a staff of some 200,000 employees throughout the world, generated revenue of 115.6 billion Euros in the 2024 financial year.

  • The B2B hardware distribution hub, supplying branches and enterprise customers. It manages 2,200 SKUs with a total stock of 2.5 million units.

The Challenge

  • Digitalize B2B hardware logistics to improve efficiency, scalability, and working conditions.
  • Reduce unnecessary walking and repetitive manual tasks in inbound and outbound processes.
  • Replace outdated logistics technology after only 18 months of planning and development.

Our Solution

As general contractor, Infios deployed an integrated software and robotics solution, centered on the Geekplus Shelf-To-Person P1200 system.

    • Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) transport shelves of up to 1,200 kg directly to picking and packing stations.
    • Manual walking is eliminated, while put-to-light and pick-to-light systems ensure accuracy in order fulfillment.
    • Designed throughput: 30 inbound positions per hour and 100 outbound positions per hour, with easy scalability by adding robots or stations.
    • All logistics flows are orchestrated by the Infios Unified Control System (UCS), seamlessly integrated into Deutsche Telekom’s IT landscape..

The Geekplus impact

Through Geek+ technology, Infios successfully transformed the Hanover distribution center:

  • Operational efficiency: Significant improvement in inbound and outbound speed with minimized human error.
  • Workplace ergonomics and safety: Staff relieved from monotonous and physically demanding tasks, improving conditions and reducing risks.
  • Scalability and adaptability: Modular and compact solution that can be scaled to meet growing demand with minimal effort.
  • Modernization of logistics: Complete replacement of outdated technology with a future-proof, automated system.
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