The Role of UAV Automation in Inbound Logistics and Warehousing

Cisem Lafci (), Yalcin Berberoglu () and Yasanur Kayikci
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Cisem Lafci: Yaşar University
Yalcin Berberoglu: Yaşar University
Yasanur Kayikci: Sheffield Hallam University

Chapter Chapter 24 in The Palgrave Handbook of Supply Chain and Disruptive Technologies, 2025, pp 603-623 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are powered pilotless aerial vehicles that may be operated remotely or autonomously and employ aerodynamic forces to create vehicle lift. With the help of technological advances and growing industry and research awareness, the use and integration of UAVs have grown in popularity in a variety of supply chain processes in terms of their affordability, ease of use, and control. Because these technologies automate operations such as inventory tracking, stock counting, and data collecting, they may be utilized in warehouse and inventory management to increase operational efficiency and remove human participation and mistakes. In addition, these technologies can lower human error rates, increase inventory accuracy, save costs, and time, and improve operational effectiveness. The main aim of this book chapter is to provide a complete assessment and discussion of why businesses should incorporate UAVs into their warehouse management. As a result, the purpose, advantages, contribution, and best practices of UAVs in warehouse operations were explored and recommendations were outlined for future applications.

Keywords: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles; Drone; Automation; Warehouse management; Digitalization; Warehouse operations; Disruptive technologies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-90210-9_24

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