Smart Vision

VIL’s Smart Vision project aims to gain practical experience with the latest generation of vision technology and application software in the Flemish logistics sector. The project seeks to increase productivity and efficiency in logistics operations and create value, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

status: Closed | theme: Digital transformation | type: Regional

Portable mini-computers with built-in cameras, such as tablets, smartphones, and smart glasses, are becoming integral tools for logistics tasks. While the use of smart glasses in logistics is currently limited, the new generation offers opportunities to perform tasks more efficiently and user-friendly. They are more efficient, robust, and cost-effective, offering simple web applications for quick configurations or APIs for integration with existing systems.

Additionally, smart fixed cameras can be utilized for various logistical tasks like quality control, counting, and identification. Other potential applications include remote support for technicians, inspections, equipment maintenance, employee training, and remote interventions by managers.

Specific activities

  • Mapping the state of the art of vision technology and relevant applications in other sectors
  • By means of a needs analysis of (SME) companies, investigating why existing solutions are not yet being used or are being used only to a limited extent
  • Gaining insight into current and potential new applications in logistics
  • Determining under what conditions the solutions in the various applications are operationally and economically feasible
  • Offering companies insight into the possibilities by setting up a step-by-step plan

 

Practical details

Start: November 2021
End: September 2023

14 companies: Atlas Copco, Barry Callebaut, bpost, Colruyt Group, Gates Distribution, Globis, Greenyard, Hairco, Iristick, Komono, Pit&Pit, Scania Parts Logistics, Screenit and Vistalink.

 

Project partner

 

 

 

Would you like to know more?

Contact Luc Pleysier (luc.pleysier@vil.be)

 

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