Glossar

The degree of automation describes the extent to which processes or work steps are carried out autonomously by technical systems. It indicates the proportion of automated processes relative to manual tasks.

A high degree of automation is achieved through the use of sensor technology, robotics, conveyor systems, and intelligent software systems. In logistics, it enables faster, more precise, and reproducible handling of material flows, as well as a reduction in manual intervention. This increases efficiency, process reliability, and the quality of the recorded master data.

Practical example:

In a parcel sorting center, a DWS system increases the level of automation by automatically identifying, measuring, and weighing packages during the conveyor process.

See also: Automatic measurement, Conveyor technology, DWS, Industry 4.0, Intralogistics, Master data capture, Material flow, System integration