SpartanNash follows Afresh Technologies pilot with expanded use of Simbe Tally autonomous inventory robot
Food solutions company SpartanNash has announced plans for the use of Simbe’s autonomous inventory robot, Tally, in 15 grocery stores in Michigan and Indiana, USA.
After a pilot in select D&W Fresh Market stores, SpartanNash is implementing the solution in additional Family Fare and Martin's Super Market locations.
Tally traverses store aisles throughout the day, leveraging 3D computer vision technology to collect shelf data. It can capture 15,000 to 30,000 products an hour, ensuring products remain in-stock, in the correct location, and accurately priced.
"Tally's speed, accuracy and automation enable our associates to save time in inventory tracking and spend more time on the floor serving store guests," says SpartanNash Executive Vice President, Corporate Retail, Tom Swanson.
"When we first started working with SpartanNash, we knew this was a partner that recognised the powerful role technology can play in enhancing in-store operations and, as a result, the customer experience," says Simbe Robotics Co-Founder and CEO Brad Bogolea.
"It's been so rewarding working together to further deploy our retail solution. We're excited to continue providing powerful insights for SpartanNash to help improve the shopping experience for store guests and Associates."
This announcement follows SpartanNash's recent pilot with food technology platform Afresh Technologies.
"SpartanNash is positively influencing our store guest experience through new to world technology innovations such as Tally to help us in our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life," says Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Information Officer Masiar Tayebi.
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