Zebra Ventures, the investment arm of Zebra Technologies that supports companies in ecommerce and retail, announced their investment in AI company Focal Systems to help the company scale up as it support for retail businesses around the world grows. Focal Systems operates on four continents, actively providing AI services for retail companies that help managers track inventory and ensure organization of the stores.
By using real-time accurate data and AI algorithms, Focal Systems automate and optimize duties in an efficient way. Companies can now receive shelf inventory data multiple times a day through Focal System’s fixed shelf cameras, increasing on-shelf availability and eliminating friction at checkout.
Focal’s AI system comprehensively automates business decisions, as well, optimizing planograms and labor schedules while streamlining the supply chain and ensuring quality customer experience. The company is building strides and positioning themselves to be successful in the market, encouraging Zebra Technologies to collaborate with Focal and help support companies worldwide.
“We are building automation solutions that empower the next generation of retail stores and this investment allows us to accelerate our product roadmap and scale globally.” said Francois Chaubard, CEO of Focal Systems. “The synergies created by our integrated product portfolio have the ability to truly digitize and transform retailers.”
