GXO Expands Partnership with Artifical Intelligence Technology Solutions to Enhance Safety and Security

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GXO Logistics is expanding its partnership with Robotic Assistance Devices to enhance security across its logistics sites. The company plans to deploy nearly 20% more robotic security devices in 2023, increasing the total to 15 sites. These devices, which incorporate advanced technology such as video surveillance and artificial intelligence, are designed to improve safety and efficiency for customers' logistics operations. Since 2018, GXO has utilized RAD technology, showcasing a commitment to innovative solutions. Additionally, the collaboration aims to reduce costs while improving performance and consumer satisfaction.

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• GXO plans to increase deployment of robotic security devices by nearly 20% in 2023.
• The technology partnership with RAD enhances the safety and efficiency of logistics operations.
• Cost-effective security solutions complement existing staff and broaden security reach.

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Logistics leader is implementing advanced robotic security devices at 15 of its sites and plans to increase current deployment by nearly 20% in 2023

GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider announced today it is expanding its technology partnership with Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (OTCPK:AITX). GXO is developing advanced security solutions with RAD to improve the safety and efficiency of its customers’ logistics operations.

“GXO’s customers depend on our technological expertise and operational excellence and having a robust security program is a key part of the solution suite we offer,” said Thomas Nelson, Senior Director of Security at GXO. “By combining our logistics expertise with RAD’s innovative robotics, we’ve deployed even more cost-effective solutions that didn’t exist just a few years ago. We look forward to continuing our partnership with RAD as we increase safety and drive efficiencies for our customers.”

GXO’s commitment to new technology gives customers the benefits of improved performance, lower costs and greater end-consumer satisfaction. The company has been using RAD technology since 2018 and is in the process of implementing a wide assortment of robotic security devices across 15 sites. GXO plans to increase this initial deployment by nearly 20% in 2023. The devices perform a variety of tasks, including video surveillance and analytics, virtual barriers and added inventory security for high-value product, and they combine robotics with advanced video surveillance and analytics, artificial intelligence and software to enhance safety and security.

Steve Reinharz, CEO of AITX and RAD, said, “It’s a pleasure to work with GXO on successfully deploying advanced security solutions. In 2022, we saw more deployments for GXO than in any other year of our partnership and we foresee many more fruitful years of working with GXO.”

GXO deploys RAD’s cost-effective security solutions to complement existing staff and enhance safety. Security robots perform repetitive tasks, often in remote locations, acting as a force-multiplier and immediately broadening the reach of human security staff.

Additional information on RAD can be found at radsecurity.com and aitx.ai.

About GXO Logistics

GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is benefiting from the rapid growth of ecommerce, automation and outsourcing. GXO is committed to providing a diverse, world-class workplace for more than 130,000 team members across more than 950 facilities totaling approximately 200 million square feet. The company partners with the world’s leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions, at scale and with speed. GXO corporate headquarters is in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. 

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FAQ

What is GXO Logistics' recent security initiative involving robotic devices?

GXO Logistics is expanding its deployment of robotic security devices by nearly 20% across 15 sites to enhance safety and efficiency.

How does GXO Logistics benefit from its partnership with RAD?

The partnership with RAD provides advanced security solutions that improve operational safety and reduce costs for GXO's logistics operations.

When did GXO Logistics start using RAD technology?

GXO Logistics has been utilizing RAD technology since 2018.

What types of tasks do the robotic security devices perform?

The robotic security devices perform tasks such as video surveillance, inventory security, and analytics.

What is the expected outcome of GXO's increased deployment of robotic devices?

The increased deployment is expected to enhance safety, lower costs, and improve end-consumer satisfaction.