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Lean Robotics

How can robots and humans join forces in the footwear industry?
The World Footwear is launching a new series of papers dedicated to innovation in the footwear and leather goods industry.
This document focuses on the topics around Lean Robotics, which explores the integration of collaborative robotics (COBOTs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in the footwear industry. The paper emphasises the importance of using LEAN methodology principles to guide the implementation of these technologies.
Published in May 2025.
Contents
IntroductionLEAN Manufacturing
LEAN Work Cells
LEAN Robotics
Key Takeways
References