5 Red Flags When Choosing a Mobile Robot Provider (AMR/AGV Buyer’s Guide)

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Automation Awakenings

Dr. Oliver Zuchowski and Matthias Koblitz

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The future of logistics is automated — but few know how it really works. We take you behind the scenes of mobile robotics, humanoids, fleet software, and strategy in action. From factory floors to global rollouts, Dr. Oliver Zuchowski and Matthias Koblitz share real insights from 40+ real projects, expert talks, and the world’s top automation fairs. New episodes every second Monday.

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5 Red Flags When Choosing a Mobile Robot Provider (AMR/AGV Buyer’s Guide)

Automation Awakenings

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1 month ago

5 Red Flags When Choosing a Mobile Robot Provider (AMR/AGV Buyer’s Guide)

Picking the right AMR/AGV partner is hard—and expensive if you get it wrong. In this Automation Awakenings episode, we break down 5 clear red flags that signal a mobile robot supplier might not be the right fit. From the “vampire” reference customer that vanishes in daylight to the proof-of-concept they won’t run, we share hard-won lessons to help you avoid stalled go-lives and the ROI that never shows up.🎧 Watch now to learn:The “Vampire Reference Customer” effect—and how to test claims fastWhy refusing a Proof of Concept is a deal-breakerHow no spec book = scope creep + endless change ordersSpotting a never-ending go-live (and how to escalate)Preventing the ROI that never arrives (or goes negative)🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights from the world of logistics automation!🧭 http://automation-awakenings.com🧑‍💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/automation-awakenings 🔉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRKD0tb1qOwAvECNJi4HN---00:00 Intro02:50 Red Flag #1: The “Vampire” reference customer04:48 Red Flag #2: Unwillingness to run a PoC07:52 Red Flag #3: No spec book (and why that’s fatal)10:28 Red Flag #4: The never-ending go-live/stabilization loop12:56 Red Flag #5: ROI that never materializes15:12 Recap & next steps