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GreyOrange launches gStore in PetSmart stores across the US

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GreyOrange, a provider of AI-driven robotics and automation technology for warehouses, has implemented its gStore platform across PetSmart stores nationwide.

The strategic rollout of this retail SaaS store execution platform enhances PetSmart’s location management, inventory management, digital fulfillment and store operations for improved efficiency across its nearly 1,700 stores.

Greg Fancher, executive vice president of IT and chief information technology officer at PetSmart, says: “The deployment of GreyOrange’s gStore platform has provided a significant contribution in PetSmart’s journey towards operational excellence. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches gStore in PetSmart stores across the US

GreyOrange’s robotic retail software solution now available on Google Cloud Marketplace

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GreyOrange, a provider of AI-driven warehouse automation technology, says its software as a service (SaaS) application, gStore, is now available on Google Cloud Marketplace.

gStore makes it easier for retailers to precisely locate inventory, manage stockouts, and enables personalized in-store experiences for customers using smart fitting rooms and self-checkout capabilities.

By providing real-time insights into inventory levels, item locations and stock movements, gStore enables retailers to execute store operations more effectively, simultaneously empowering merchandisers to speed up decision-making on pricing, promotions and placements to boost sales and productivity. [Read more…] about GreyOrange’s robotic retail software solution now available on Google Cloud Marketplace

GreyOrange introduces new technology for RFID-driven retail operations

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GreyOrange, a provider of supply chain robotics and AI technology, has introduced SoftFence, which the company describes as “a groundbreaking virtual shielding technology”.

The software is available through GreyOrange’s retail software as a service (SaaS) platform, gStore.

GreyOrange says gStore is designed to enhance store execution through real-time inventory management and intelligent tasking, and that it is “already trusted for implementing over 250 overhead RFID-enabled stores, which is a global first”. [Read more…] about GreyOrange introduces new technology for RFID-driven retail operations

Warehouse automation specialist GreyOrange claims ‘99 percent inventory accuracy and location precision’

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GreyOrange, a specialist in AI-driven fulfillment automation, says it has achieved a “breakthrough in retail inventory accuracy” with its “innovative, end-to-end” store execution and omnichannel retail management solution, gStore.

With the ability to combine data from RFID overhead systems with a real-time store operations platform, retailers can now serve more customers faster based on 99 percent inventory accuracy and location precision within three to five feet.

Akash Gupta, co-founder and CEO, GreyOrange, says: “RFID technology has matured beyond point-in-time capabilities, which traditionally offered around 90 percent inventory accuracy without location precision.” [Read more…] about Warehouse automation specialist GreyOrange claims ‘99 percent inventory accuracy and location precision’

GreyOrange to partner with Optimak STU

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GreyOrange, a provider of automated robotic fulfilment and inventory optimization software, has agreed a partnership with Optimak STU, a specialist in providing system and technology expertise with their end-of-line solutions.

As an Accredited Solution Partner within the GO Partner network, Optimak STU will be helping to implement solutions and support GreyOrange customers in their global operations.

The partnership is the latest in a string of additions to GreyOrange’s partner network across the globe. It follows the recent additions of Imperium Automation, IDtotal and IDNet, which have enabled GreyOrange to expand its service offerings across the UK, Eastern Europe and the Nordics, respectively. [Read more…] about GreyOrange to partner with Optimak STU

GreyOrange launches GreyMatter open API to manage variety of robotic systems

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GreyOrange, a provider of automated robotic fulfillment and inventory optimization software, has launched its GreyMatter open API (application programming interface). 

The API enables any vendor’s robotic solution to seamlessly connect to the GreyMatter fulfillment orchestration platform, giving customers the freedom to choose the technology that fits their warehouse environment.

Under the API, GreyMatter can now orchestrate autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and other execution agents from companies that have joined the GreyOrange Certified Ranger Network (CRN) ecosystem. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches GreyMatter open API to manage variety of robotic systems

SEKO Logistics partners with GreyOrange to scale up warehouse operations

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SEKO Logistics, a global logistics provider, is today announcing a strategic partnership with GreyOrange, a global leader in automated robotic fulfilment and inventory optimization software, to help scale-up its warehouse operations.

The partnership, which will involve SEKO using a fleet of GreyOrange’s Ranger Assist Bots and GreyMatter fulfilment orchestration platform, will enable the company to both increase available capacity and throughput across its warehouse while also reducing operating costs.

GreyOrange’s solution will empower SEKO to scale its warehouse operations to meet changing demand without having to source additional labour. [Read more…] about SEKO Logistics partners with GreyOrange to scale up warehouse operations

Sweden’s largest pharmacy chain partners with GreyOrange to increase warehouse automation

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Apotek Hjärtat, Sweden’s largest pharmacy chain, has signed a new partnership with GreyOrange to develop automation solutions for its new 20,000 square meter e-commerce warehouse that will open in September in Norrköping.

Through the partnership, Apotek Hjärtat will take the next step in automating its logistics. The warehouse that supplies pharmacies with goods is already largely automated, but the new collaboration gives Apotek Hjärtat the conditions to continue to improve customer experience through faster and smoother deliveries.

Eric Lundberg, CEO of Apotek Hjärtat, says: “Through the collaboration, we continue to automate our logistics flows and thereby lay the foundation for the next generation of e-commerce offering. [Read more…] about Sweden’s largest pharmacy chain partners with GreyOrange to increase warehouse automation

GreyOrange raises $110 million for ‘growth financing’

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GreyOrange, a robotic fulfillment company, has raised $110 million in “comprehensive growth financing”, a majority of which came from Mithril Capital Management and a group of current and new investors, along with separate financing provided by funds and accounts under management by BlackRock.

The growth financing underscores GreyOrange’s technical leadership in a fundamental market shift to robot-enabled automated fulfillment solutions.

GreyOrange reduces operating costs and expedites delivery for global retail industry leaders including Walmart, H&M, COS, Coupang and GXO Logistics. [Read more…] about GreyOrange raises $110 million for ‘growth financing’

GreyOrange launches gStore retail stock management app

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GreyOrange, a warehouse robotics and automation company, has launched a new app for retail stock management.

The mobile-first software-as-a-service app “transforms stores into tech-enabled, personalized experience hubs and centers for online fulfillment using in-store inventory”, claims GreyOrange.

Retailers know they need to harmonize digital and physical experiences in their stores, but have struggled to find a fast and easy way to do so. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches gStore retail stock management app