Locus Robotics

Meet Locus Array. A new class of Physical AI for high-performance warehouse automation. Built to perceive, reason, and act in real time, Locus Array brings autonomous fulfillment directly into the aisle. See it in action at MODEX in Atlanta, Booth # B10704. #MODEX2026 #R2G locusrobotics.com/news/locus-rob…

Manual warehouse operations rarely fail overnight. They stretch as volumes fluctuate, SKUs expand, and labor availability shifts. Walking increases. Training gets harder. Space tightens. Complexity compounds. That is the hidden cost curve of staying manual. In our latest blog, we explore how flexibility-first automation helps warehouses move from reactive cost pressure to greater Operational Confidence. Read more: locusrobotics.com/blog/manual-wa…

The warehouse associate role is changing, and it’s visible on the floor every shift. As automation takes on repetitive movement and execution, associates can spend more time focused on accuracy, pace, and consistency. Less travel. Fewer interruptions. Stronger flow. For supervisors and operations leaders, the focus is shifting too. It’s no longer just about headcount and volume. It’s about seeing where work is backing up, balancing people and robots, and making real-time decisions that keep the shift on plan. In our latest blog, we look at how warehouse roles are evolving and what it takes to run with more Operational Confidence when conditions change mid-shift. Read the full blog: locusrobotics.com/blog/warehouse…

Warehouse leaders aren’t debating automation anymore. They’re focused on what happens when the plan breaks mid-shift. Across the show floor, the same challenges kept coming up: - Picks start to fall behind - Pack gets backed up - Labor plans change in real time - Volume doesn’t match the forecast The conversations have shifted toward what actually keeps operations running when those moments hit. In this blog, Vered Tomlak shares five takeaways from MODEX that reflect where warehouse decision-making is heading, from real-time AI to orchestration and proven performance in live environments. If you’re thinking about how to keep your operation on track as conditions change, this is worth a read. Read the full blog: locusrobotics.com/blog/modex-202…

Returns are no longer a side workflow. They are a core part of always-on fulfillment. With U.S. retailers expecting roughly 15.8% of merchandise to be returned, reverse logistics now affects labor, space, inventory accuracy, and customer experience. See how flexibility-first automation helps warehouses manage unpredictable returns with greater operational confidence. locusrobotics.com/blog/rethinkin…

Retail and 3PL warehouse operations are being pushed in a different way right now. It’s not just about higher volumes. It’s about how unpredictable those volumes have become. Demand spikes without warning. SKU profiles shift mid-week. Labor availability changes from one shift to the next. That’s when things start to break down on the floor as pick paths get disrupted, pack stations get buried, and teams spend more time reacting than executing. In this blog, our VP of Sales, Sean Pineau, looks at what’s driving this shift and why more operations are rethinking how they plan, staff, and run their warehouses. The focus is simple: how to stay on plan even when the plan changes. Read the full blog: locusrobotics.com/blog/retail-3p…

As warehouse environments become more dynamic, solutions like Locus Array are redefining what’s possible, removing up to 90 percent of labor from key workflows while delivering consistent, high-throughput performance at scale. At the same time, traditional automation is reaching its limits. Fixed systems cannot keep pace with shifting demand, labor volatility, and evolving workflows. What does it take to maintain performance in this kind of environment? Join Locus Robotics on May 13 for a live executive webinar where Kait Peterson, VP and Head of Marketing, will discuss how leading operators are scaling throughput, reducing labor dependency, and adapting in real time with Flexibility-First Automation. Register today:bit.ly/48M1SWg

We wrapped an amazing week of our BOOST Program (Boys Optimizing Opportunities in STEM & Technology) at MassRobotics! 🤖 During the school vacation week, students dove into hands-on robotics, exploring electronics, programming, and fabrication while building their own autonomous mobile robots. They also visited @autodesk, @LocusRobotics, and @harmonicdrive , gaining real-world insight into robotics in action. The week ended with showcasing their creativity, skills, and growth - driving the vehicles through obstacle courses. Thank you to @Microsoft - sponsor of this year's program - and to our partners and mentors, as well as the students, for bringing incredible energy all week 🥳 🙌 Read more here: massrobotics.org/boost-2026/

When returns are projected to reach nearly $850B in 2025, it’s clear reverse logistics needs the same level of innovation as outbound fulfillment. This article from DC Velocity is a great read on how robotics and software are stepping in to help with the unpredictable volumes, mixed SKUs, and tight labor challenges of "second peak". Tools that keep work flowing and reduce touches are game changers. Link to article: bit.ly/4vN2ll6

The 2025 holiday season placed retail fulfillment under a spotlight. In a new "Total Retail" article, Radial’s Mike Simpson and Locus Robotics’ Sean Pineau explore what the season revealed about execution under pressure. Despite strong consumer spending and expectations for fast delivery, nearly 44% of U.S. shoppers experienced late deliveries, exposing how fragile many fulfillment models remain. The takeaway for retailers planning for 2026 is clear: • Plan for variability, not just peak volume • Design fulfillment strategies around different customer expectations • Invest in flexible operations that combine people and automation Fulfillment is no longer just a back-end function. It plays a direct role in customer trust, loyalty, and the overall retail experience. Read the full article to learn what retailers should prioritize for the year ahead. mytotalretail.com/article/the-20…

The shift from AI promise to real-world performance is happening now. We’re proud to share that Locus Robotics has been named a winner in the 2026 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards for Supply Chain & Logistics from the Business Intelligence Group. What makes this recognition meaningful is what it represents. These awards focus on organizations that are applying AI in practical, measurable ways — solutions that improve performance, reduce friction, and solve real operational challenges. That’s exactly where our work is focused. With LocusONE, Locus Array, Locus Origin, and Locus Vector, we help warehouse teams stay on plan when volumes spike, labor shifts, and order profiles change to keep pick rates steady, flow moving, and operations running without disruption. This recognition reflects the work of our team, the trust of our customers, and the real results happening on warehouse floors every day. Thank you to the Business Intelligence Group for the honor. Read more about this win here: bit.ly/4ul5siL

That’s a wrap on #MODEX2026 🎬 Great conversations, inspiring speakers, and the debut of Locus Array. Thanks to everyone who stopped by and made this our most memorable MODEX yet—until next year!

In the right applications, Locus Array can increase pickable storage density by making better use of existing space—helping operations store and access more inventory within the same footprint. #MODEX2026 #R2G

DHL Supply Chain shares that when labor is tight, operations still have to move. That is where Locus Array and the rest of our fleet comes in — helping teams close the gap between the workforce they need and the workforce they have, while keeping throughput strong. #MODEX2026

Have you seen the industry’s most advanced embodiment of #PhysicalAI and fully autonomous fulfillment in action yet? Stop by booth #B10704 to see Locus Array live. Demos run every 30 minutes. #MODEX2026

Warehouse orchestration is not one-size-fits-all. In this #MODEX2026 conversation with @UPS, learn how adaptive awareness helps robots respond to real-world conditions — from aisle encroachment to equipment movement — while supporting safer, more flexible operations.

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3 Locus Array bots. Thousands of units already picked live. Thousands more to come. See it for yourself at #MODEX2026, booth #B10704. #R2G

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