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Associated Food Stores (AFS), a supplier of groceries and different items and providers to impartial retailers in 9 Intermountain states, and Symbotic Inc., a frontrunner in A.I.-enabled robotics know-how for the provision chain, right now introduced they’ve entered right into a business settlement to implement Symbotic’s A.I.-powered robotic warehouse automation know-how in AFS’ Utah distribution heart.
Symbotic’s end-to-end automation system, with robotic case choose capabilities, will permit AFS’ distribution heart to enhance quite a lot of retail-facing experiences, together with general provide, expanded choice and supply of merchandise to shops.
“We appreciate the partnership with Symbotic which enables us to cast an exciting vision for future growth and long-term relevance with the shoppers and retailers we serve,” stated David Rice, AFS’ president and CEO. “Their expertise and professionalism allowed us to make what could have been a difficult decision, incredibly straightforward.”
“While very important, a modernized distribution system is not just about automation and technology, but also about optimizing processes and empowering people. It’s a strategic investment that can increase efficiency and enhance our ability to service our member retailers,” stated Roger White, AFS’ government vice chairman and COO.
“We are pleased to welcome AFS as a customer and look forward to working with them to transform their distribution center,” stated Rick Cohen, Symbotic’s chairman and CEO. “We are dedicated to ensuring our A.I.-powered robotics platform helps customers increase efficiency, reduce costs, enable new capabilities and improve worker satisfaction.”
“We believe implementing the Symbotic system creates great opportunities for our distribution center team members to grow their skill sets and expand their future opportunities with the company,” stated Glen Keysaw, AFS’ vice chairman of distribution. “Due to the proactive efforts of our management team, all current team members at the distribution center will have jobs going forward and the distribution center will continue supporting current and future independent grocers throughout the Intermountain West.”