HowToRobot launches service to ease sourcing of automation - The Robot Report

HowToRobot, a Denmark-based company, has launched a new AI-powered sourcing service aimed at simplifying the automation procurement process for manufacturers and supply chains. Traditionally, obtaining competitive quotes for automation projects can take months due to the complexity of scoping projects, developing specifications, and soliciting proposals. HowToRobot’s service uses artificial intelligence to interact with buyers, gather detailed requirements, and generate structured project briefs that are then sent to a global network of over 20,000 suppliers, including those offering sensors, end effectors, and complete robotic systems. This approach significantly reduces the time needed to define requirements, match suppliers, review quotes, and arrange financing, potentially compressing a process that once took months into just days. The service evolved from HowToRobot’s consulting experience, addressing challenges faced by buyers new to automation who often struggle to properly scope projects or understand what features are necessary. The AI guides users through key process steps by asking targeted questions based on industry-specific knowledge, such as welding or pallet