Robotics

Amazon in Supply Chain: How the tech giant is building on its e-commerce investments to offer B2B supply chain services

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Amazon in Supply Chain: How the tech giant is building on its e-commerce investments to offer B2B supply chain services

We dig into how Amazon is using its extensive investments for its e-commerce business to reduce costs throughout the supply chain and find new revenue streams — including in often overlooked areas like the middle mile and intralogistics.

Mar 14, 2023

Analyzing Toyota’s growth strategy: How the auto giant is building the vehicle of the future

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Analyzing Toyota’s growth strategy: How the auto giant is building the vehicle of the future

We mined Toyota's acquisitions, investments, partnerships, and joint ventures to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Jan 25, 2023

Unbundling ABB: How the industrial robotics giant is being disrupted

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Unbundling ABB: How the industrial robotics giant is being disrupted

ABB is one of the leading automation companies in the world. From collaborative robots to factory automation software, here's how companies are unbundling the robotics pioneer.

Jan 24, 2023

Analyzing Chipotle’s growth strategy: How the fast-casual restaurant giant is boosting profits through robotics, gaming, and more

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Analyzing Chipotle’s growth strategy: How the fast-casual restaurant giant is boosting profits through robotics, gaming, and more

We mined Chipotle’s investments and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Jan 17, 2023

Our top supply chain & logistics research and trends to watch

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Our top supply chain & logistics research and trends to watch

CB Insights produces a wealth of supply chain & logistics research across retail, food & grocery, and more. Check out our top research in the space and what's ahead in 2023.

Jan 5, 2023

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11 Tech Trends To Watch Closely in 2023

Proliferating super apps. Immortality-as-a-service. The rise of consumer robots. Smell goes digital. Here are the top tech trends poised to reshape industries in 2023.

Jan 4, 2023

The Future of the Farm: How technology is making farms more connected, efficient, and sustainable

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The Future of the Farm: How technology is making farms more connected, efficient, and sustainable

We dive into the future of the farm and where technology is taking it next, from agricultural drones to crop biologicals.

Dec 2, 2022

128 companies building the future of the job site

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128 companies building the future of the job site

Job sites across industries have faced fierce challenges from the pandemic and supply chain issues, but advances in tech like robotics, exosuits, and digital twins are helping them adapt. This Market Map looks at the companies reimagining how work gets done.

Nov 18, 2022

Market Trend Report: Collaborative robots for advanced manufacturers

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Market Trend Report: Collaborative robots for advanced manufacturers

We outline the market outlook for collaborative robots in advanced manufacturing — from investment trends, to leading companies, to recommendations for players in the space.

Nov 16, 2022

How restaurants can reduce reliance on gig workers using autonomous delivery

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How restaurants can reduce reliance on gig workers using autonomous delivery

We dive into how technology is shaping the future of fast food by helping the likes of Domino’s and Chick-fil-A provide an affordable and sustainable delivery service.

Nov 9, 2022

How restaurants can increase profitability and reduce food waste using robotic food preparation

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How restaurants can increase profitability and reduce food waste using robotic food preparation

We dive into how technology is shaping the future of fast food by helping the likes of Chipotle and White Castle more accurately prepare orders and save on labor costs.

Nov 7, 2022

Prioritizing 12 precision agriculture technologies streamlining farm operations

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Prioritizing 12 precision agriculture technologies streamlining farm operations

From weeding robots to autonomous tractors, this MVP Technology Framework evaluates the solutions helping farm operators and food production leaders lower costs, increase operational efficiency, and boost profitability.

Nov 3, 2022

218 companies helping retail leaders make last-mile operations faster, cheaper, and more efficient

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218 companies helping retail leaders make last-mile operations faster, cheaper, and more efficient

Rising shipping costs combined with shoppers’ expectations of fast and free delivery are impacting retailers’ profitability. This Market Map looks at the companies helping retail leaders — like Walmart and American Eagle — optimize their last-mile operations.

Nov 3, 2022

63 early-stage startups accelerating the future of home automation and connected devices

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63 early-stage startups accelerating the future of home automation and connected devices

From fall detection tech to smart water monitoring systems, these companies are making the home more automated, connected, and accessible.

Oct 28, 2022

The Future of the Oil Field: How technology will boost oil well performance & sustainability

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The Future of the Oil Field: How technology will boost oil well performance & sustainability

We dive into the oil field of the future and where technology is taking it next, from drone- and robot-based exploration to carbon source capture and geothermal wells.

Oct 27, 2022

The Future of Fast Food: How robot chefs, virtual ordering, and autonomous delivery will feed us in 2030

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The Future of Fast Food: How robot chefs, virtual ordering, and autonomous delivery will feed us in 2030

We dive into the evolution of fast food and where the technology is going next, from conversational AI to NFT loyalty rewards.

Oct 21, 2022

Analyzing John Deere’s growth strategy: How the American manufacturing giant is betting on agtech

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Analyzing John Deere’s growth strategy: How the American manufacturing giant is betting on agtech

We mined John Deere’s acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company’s strategic priorities.

Oct 13, 2022

107 companies developing precision agriculture tech to enhance farm operations and environmental impact

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107 companies developing precision agriculture tech to enhance farm operations and environmental impact

Farm operators are under pressure to boost operational efficiency without compromising on sustainability. This Market Map covers the companies making this possible, from weeding robots to precision irrigation systems.

Oct 10, 2022

Analyzing Amazon’s growth strategy: How the tech titan plans to conquer the home of the future

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Analyzing Amazon’s growth strategy: How the tech titan plans to conquer the home of the future

We mined Amazon's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities in home automation.

Sep 15, 2022

139 companies accelerating digitization & automation for warehouse operators

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139 companies accelerating digitization & automation for warehouse operators

With disrupted supply chains and the rise of e-commerce, warehouses are more critical than ever. This Tech Market Map looks at the companies helping logistics providers — like Amazon and FedEx — streamline warehouse operations.

Aug 26, 2022

The Future of the Warehouse: How tech like drones, AR/VR, and advanced robotics will supercharge warehouse efficiency

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The Future of the Warehouse: How tech like drones, AR/VR, and advanced robotics will supercharge warehouse efficiency

From cobots and exosuits to digital twins and lights-out warehousing, we dive into the major technological changes shaping the warehouses of the future.

Aug 10, 2022

Advanced Manufacturing 50: The most promising advanced manufacturing startups of 2022

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Advanced Manufacturing 50: The most promising advanced manufacturing startups of 2022

The Advanced Manufacturing 50 is CB Insights' annual list of the 50 most promising private advanced manufacturing companies in the world. This year’s inaugural winners cover everything from factory analytics & artificial intelligence (AI) to industrial internet of things (IIoT) cybersecurity.

Jul 27, 2022

Agricultural robotics company Farmwise raises $45M from investors including Google Ventures and Taylor Farms. Farmwise competitors are Advanced Farm Technologies, Carbon Robotics, Iron Ox, and Robotics Plus.

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Agricultural robotics company Farmwise raises $45M from investors including Google Ventures and Taylor Farms. Farmwise competitors are Advanced Farm Technologies, Carbon Robotics, Iron Ox, and Robotics Plus.

Farmwise plans to use the funds to support the development of a new weeding implement and extend its technology to row crops farms. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

Jun 7, 2022

The Future of the Supermarket: How technology is making grocery shopping more personalized, efficient, and sustainable

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The Future of the Supermarket: How technology is making grocery shopping more personalized, efficient, and sustainable

We dive into the evolution of the grocery store and where technology is taking it next, from AI nutritionist bots to 3D meat-printing butchers.

May 26, 2022

Tech Market Map Report: Digitization & Automation in Commercial Buildings

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Tech Market Map Report: Digitization & Automation in Commercial Buildings

This report looks at the digitization & automation companies serving building managers.

May 23, 2022

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