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Symbotic LLC

The Alphabot, a robotic device at the heart of the Alphabot system, an automated fulfillment system for warehouses and distribution centers.
Public Companies / Retail

Walmart Buys Alphabot Maker Alert Innovation

Walmart Inc. of Bentonville is buying Alert Innovation of Andover, Massachusetts, a company that specializes in automated grocery fulfillment systems. read more >

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“I think the upfront cost is significant. Eventually, it’s going to pay for itself a few years down the road.” – John Cui, associate professor of operations and information management, McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University
Business Services / Public Companies / Retail

Walmart Launches Logistical RevolutionLock Icon

If robots can beat grandmasters at chess, surely they can help Walmart with a game of logistical Tetris. read more >

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Retail

Walmart, Symbotic Expand Automation At Distribution Centers

Walmart Inc. of Bentonville, seeking to further automate its distributions centers, is adding more technology from Symbotic LLC of Wilmington, Massachusetts, to its distribution centers. read more >

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