Geek+ and Körber Digitalize Ariat Supply Chain with Smart Robotics
About Partner
Supply Chains are growing more complex by the day. Körber uniquely provides a broad range of proven, end-to-end supply chain solutions fitting any business size, strategy or appetite for growth. Capable of delivering not just software, but automation, voice, robotics, and materials handling - plus the expertise to tie it all together. We are a global partner not just for today, but also as the needs of supply chains continue to evolve.
About Customer
Retail, US
Ariat International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of innovative performance equestrian footwear, apparel and belts. Featuring a patented technology designed to deliver stability, durability and comfort, Ariat pioneered the application of advanced athletic shoe technology into English riding boots and authentic Western boots, Ariat products are sold in a network of retail outlets throughout the world.
Customer Challenges
Labor shortages created by the rise in demand
Needing to optimize warehouse throughput and maximize storage density
Needing to reduce physical strain for associates
![warehouse warehouse](https://blog.geekplus.com/hubfs/attract-candidates-warehouse-1024x683.jpg)
Geek+ Impact
88 AMR Robots
Improved Picking Efficiency & Accuracy
82% Decrease in Associate Walking
100% Increase in Associates Productivity
Fulfill consumer demand
with our flexible and scalable robots
The Geek+ Solution
Geek+ worked collaboratively with Körber Supply Chain to optimize throughput and increase storage capacity in Ariat's 1 million sq. ft warehouse. Integrating with K. Motion Warehouse Advantage (WMS), 88 Geek+ picking robots and 2,000 racks helped Ariat to achieve greater operational speed and end-customer experience. After its initial order, Ariat expanded the solution with an additional 30 picking robots.
![Matt](https://blog.geekplus.com/hubfs/Matt%20.jpg)
"Geek+’s AMRs allow us to move our employees away from repetitive tasks and towards more rewarding activities, resulting in a better working environment and bringing greater value to the services we provide our customers. "
![Bill Ryan](https://blog.geekplus.com/hubfs/Bill%20Ryan.jpg)
“The improvements we have made to Ariat's warehouse is another example of our continuing collaboration with Geek+ to leverage the best in AMR technology to achieve our goals.”