You’ve been selected. You’re on the list—the shortlist of the most influential minds in the mobile platforms industry.
This invitation-only gathering brings together the world’s foremost minds in Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and autonomous vehicle technologies—from the warehouse floor to the agricultural field, from industrial manufacturing plants to mining pits.
Now in its fourth year, the Mobile Platforms Summit returns—bigger and bolder than before with an expanded agenda that combines thoughtful best practices with cutting-edge innovation. This year’s summit is designed to spark deep technical exchange, showcase real-world deployments, and foster collaboration across the entire mobile autonomy ecosystem.
What to Expect:
• Exclusive insights from industry-leading technologists and deployment pioneers
• Candid conversations about challenges, breakthroughs, and what’s coming next
• A community of peers who speak your language and share your mission
Whether you're advancing autonomy in indoor logistics or pushing the boundaries in rugged outdoor environments, this summit is your space to learn, share, and lead.
This is a private event with limited capacity. Due to space constraints, unfortunately we cannot guarantee that all who register will be able to attend.
Agenda
Monday October 6th @ Olive or Twist
6:00 Networking Dinner and Drinks
Tuesday October 7th @ Renaissance Hotel
Morning Session
7:00 Networking Breakfast and Tech Hub
8:00 Welcome
8:30 State of Mobile Robotics: Trends, Tech, and The Road Ahead
9:00 Unified Coordinate System: Why and How for Smart Manufacturing
10:00 Networking Break and Tech Hub
10:30 Enterprise Integration: Infrastructure, Interoperability and Cyber Security
11:45 Networking Lunch and Tech Hub
Afternoon Session
12:45 Safety First: Standards and Best Practices
1:45 Environmental Perception and Coordination using AI
3:00 Application Challenges
4:00 Sensing Tech Considerations and Trade-offs
5:00 Closing remarks, Networking and Tech Hub
Evening Event @ Nova Place
6:00 Pittsburgh Robotics Network Robotics and Tech Event
Apply for your invitation
Lodging
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
107 6th Street Pittsburgh
Discounted rate of $219
by contacting Kelly.Gillitzer@sick.com
Have a novel story to tell?
What does it cost?
There is no entry fee for invited guests. This includes the Monday networking event with appetizers and drinks as well as the Tuesday main event with breakfast and lunch provided. Hotel and transportation are on your own and not included.
How long does it go?
The networking event begins at 6pm EST Monday, Oct 6. On Tuesday, Oct 7, breakfast is ready at 7am with sessions beginning at 8am. The sessions will continue throughout the day until about 5pm. A networking event will follow at around 6pm with the Pittsburgh Robotics Network.
When should I arrive?
Morning or afternoon of Monday Oct 6. Networking event at Olive or Twist begins at 5pm.
What can I expect?
•Exclusive insights from industry-leading technologists and deployment pioneers
•Candid conversations about challenges, breakthroughs, and what’s coming next
•A community of peers who speak your language and share your mission
Who will I meet?
Executives, engineers, architects, product managers, and the rare sales/marketing professional.
Can I wait until the last minute?
No. Seats are limited.
What airport do I fly into?
PIT Pittsburgh International Airport
How do I get to the venue?
The main event is at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel about a 20-30 minute drive from PIT. Uber/Lyft is recommended.
Will the sessions be recorded or livestreamed?
No.
Can I present at the conference?
Yes. Add your name to the registration form.
What is a Speed Share?
New this year is a speed share format where we ask an attendee to share an application challenge or use case in under 2-3 minutes.
It's intentionally short to provoke and inspire conversation and collaboration ahead of a networking break.
The use case application story should address the following 3 components:
- an application challenge, problem, or opportunity,
- a solution or concept, and
- a measured business impact or outcome
Will meals be provided?
Yes. Monday night appetizers & drinks. Tuesday breakfast and lunch.
Who can I contact for more information?
