Bossa Nova pioneered automated on-shelf inventory management, building robots and cloud AI that scanned store aisles and reported out-of-stocks in 600 Walmart Supercenters. Founded by robotics entrepreneur Sarjoun Skaff, the company grew that seven-year retail effort into a 230-person operation with more than $90 million in revenue. Today, Bossa Nova shares the hard-won lessons from that work with startups and new entrepreneurs.
Berkshire GreyBerkshire Grey builds AI-enabled robotic systems that automate difficult warehouse work, from piece-picking and parcel sortation to unloading mixed, floor-loaded trailers. With more than 350 employees and over 700 awarded patents, the company develops automation for high-volume fulfillment operations where changing products, tight space, and labor constraints make conventional systems difficult to use. Its support model extends beyond installation with 24/7/365 monitoring, service, and continuous improvement.PITTSBURGH, PA
OpenshelfOpenshelf builds open-source hardware and software that automates physical inventory, led by its modular LB AR/RS system for storing and tracking laboratory plates and bottles. Based in New York City, the company combines robotics with barcode scanning, weighing, labeling, and software integration through an HTTP API. The platform is designed as an accessible alternative to closed inventory-automation systems, with remote management and access control built in.
CareGoFounded by steel-industry veteran Demetrius Tsafaridis, CareGo develops automation and inventory-management technology for material-handling facilities. Its TELIA platform grew from a steel-storage operation launched in 2000 into a system used across more than 20 automated facilities, while the company’s newer Themis-Trace software brings real-time inventory control to browser and mobile workflows. CareGo says its research and development work has produced five patents, with more pending.ZELIENOPLE, PA
TailosTailos grew out of founder Micah Green’s experience as a hotel room attendant, leading to a working prototype in 2016 and a company headquartered in Austin, Texas. It is known for Rosie, an AI-powered commercial robotic vacuum designed to let hospitality and cleaning teams start work with little setup while freeing staff for other duties. Tailos says Rosie is deployed in 12 countries.ITHACA, NY