A New Milestone in Intelligent Industrial Logistics
The integration of NEURA Robotics’ humanoid robot 4NE1 with SAP systems at the BITZER facility marks a decisive step forward in industrial logistics automation. This is not a laboratory experiment, but a real-world deployment in a live warehouse where efficiency, precision, and adaptability are essential to daily operations.
Real-Time Robotics Meets SAP EWM
At BITZER’s warehouse in Rottenburg, Germany, the 4NE1 robot was directly connected to SAP S/4HANA Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). Via the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), the robot received and executed logistics tasks in real time. This seamless integration ensured continuous synchronization with business processes, even when orders changed, priorities shifted, or cancellations occurred.
From Automation to Cognitive Execution
What truly differentiates this project is its cognitive capability. Traditional warehouse automation relies on fixed logic and predefined paths. In contrast, 4NE1 operates based on live SAP data and contextual awareness. From an industrial automation engineer’s perspective, this represents a paradigm shift: robots are evolving into intelligent agents embedded directly within enterprise IT systems.
Continuous Operation Without Human Bottlenecks
One of the most compelling results of the pilot is the robot’s ability to operate 24/7. By supporting night shifts and peak demand periods, 4NE1 enables warehouses to scale output without proportionally increasing manpower. In practical terms, this delivers:
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Faster response to order fluctuations
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Fewer manual handling errors
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Scalable operations without added headcount
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Stable service levels under high pressure
This level of operational resilience is becoming indispensable in modern supply chains.
Human-Robot Collaboration, Not Replacement
Importantly, the goal of this collaboration is not workforce replacement, but workforce empowerment. Robots like 4NE1 handle repetitive, physically demanding tasks, while human workers focus on oversight, problem-solving, and process optimization. In my view, this collaborative model is the most realistic and sustainable approach for industrial automation moving forward.
European Robotics with End-to-End Integration
Since its founding in Germany in 2019, NEURA Robotics has pursued a fully integrated development strategy, combining sensors, vision, audio, and AI into a single humanoid platform. With 4NE1 and the Neuraverse ecosystem, the company demonstrates how European robotics can deliver secure, intelligent, and enterprise-ready automation solutions.
Why This Matters for the Future of Industry
This initiative goes far beyond a proof of concept. It illustrates a future where ERP systems and humanoid robots function as a unified operational entity. For manufacturers and logistics providers, this means faster digital transformation, higher automation ROI, and a clear path toward adaptive, data-driven industrial operations. From an engineering standpoint, this is a critical evolution for remaining competitive in a global market.
