Jabil

Using data and automation to achieve 24/7 production.

Smart Factory

Bright Machines combines robotics, machine learning, and computer vision to provide automation applications for the electronics manufacturing industry. Its flagship product is the “Bright Machines Microfactory,” a pre-integrated, programmable assembly line that can be deployed in existing and new production facilities. The Microfactory runs on the company's proprietary “Brightware” cloud-based software platform, offering a scalable solution that enables manufacturers to enhance supply chain resilience and adapt production capacity according to market demand. This software-defined manufacturing allows factories to change the products that they manufacture if needed. The company offers its service on a subscription-based microfactory-as-a-service (MaaS) business model.The company reportedly generated USD 83 million in revenue in 2021. In May 2021, Bright Machines reported that its revenue doubled each year since its inception (2018) and forecasts a 5-year CAGR (2020-2025) of over 84%.&nbsp;Key customers and partnershipsBright Machines served over 40 manufacturing companies as of October 2022.The company collaborated with Microsoft Azure in May 2024 to leverage the latter’s infrastructure to deliver a full-stack environment for all stages of the manufacturing lifecycle.The company also has distribution/sales partnerships with Anstar Corporation (April 2021), SMT Capital (April 2021), MaRC Technologies (May 2021), PAC Global (May 2021), Restronics (June 2021), <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/3618">BROCK Electronics</a> (June 2021), <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/4740">Murray Percival</a> (July 2021), <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/4412">Competitive Edge Manufacturing Equipment</a> (CEME; July 2021).Key competitors: None comparable (Bright Machines is the only company in the smart factory industry that offers microfactories-as-a-service, which combines intelligent software with adaptive hardware to automate manufacturing processes.)

Technologies that automate and optimize building operations using data-driven insights.

Smart Building Technology

Verdigris Technologies is an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cleantech company that offers an internet of Things (IoT) platform for energy management in commercial and industrial smart buildings. The company's core offering is an IoT-based energy meter that can be installed on electrical panels to measure energy consumption at a granular level of 8,000 times per second. This allows Verdigris to detect anomalies and provide insights to reduce energy waste.
Verdigris' AI software analyzes the energy consumption patterns and provides comprehensive reports including energy forecasts, alerts about faulty equipment, maintenance reminders, and detailed usage information for every device and appliance. The company claims its solutions can deliver over 30% annual return on investment (ROI) through automation and optimization of energy usage.
A key differentiator for Verdigris is its ability to track unique data streams such as power quality and total harmonic distortion, in addition to energy consumption. The company's energy meters are certified and compliant with multiple international standards.
Verdigris was founded in 2012 by Mark Chung and Jon Chu, driven by their vision to leverage technology to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings and industries. The company is headquartered in Silicon Valley and excels in areas like IoT, machine learning, energy demand management, and smart building solutions.

Bright Machines is a manufacturing startup that aims to eliminate manual labor from manufacturing electronic devices by combining robots and new software. Its software-defined manufacturing platform helps customers innovate faster to meet the growing demands of a new era of manufacturing. The company was founded by former Autodesk executive, Armar Hanspal, in 2018.

Verdigris enables building intelligent buildings through AI and real-time energy monitoring. In addition, Verdigris delivers insight into the power usage per device when in critical condition. Verdigris Building.AI is cloud analytics software for enterprise facilities managers and large commercial buildings. It allows them to optimize operations, increase facility uptime, and save on energy costs. Building.AI is a sophisticated machine learning analytics SAAS platform and embedded wireless sensor that enables real-time identification, disaggregation, and analysis of the loads in buildings, providing unprecedented insights about behavior and usage.

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain, and product management services.

<div> Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL) is a global manufacturing services company headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. Founded over 50 years ago, Jabil provides comprehensive electronics design, production, and product management services to companies worldwide. The company operates over 100 facilities across 30 countries and employs approximately 260,000 people globally. Jabil was listed at #119 on the Fortune 500 list in 2022. Jabil's business is divided into two main segments: <ul> <li> Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS): This segment focuses on supply chain design, engineering, and manufacturing for industries like automotive, computing, networking, and telecommunications. </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Diversified Manufacturing Services (DMS): This segment provides engineering solutions and specialized manufacturing services for industries including healthcare, packaging, wearable technology, and aerospace/defense. </li> </ul> Jabil offers a wide range of services including product design, 3D printing, automation solutions, supply chain management, and aftermarket services. The company serves many of the world's leading brands across various industries. In recent developments, Jabil expanded its digital commerce capabilities in January 2024 by enhancing its center of excellence in Chihuahua, Mexico. This expansion aims to improve Jabil's operational efficiency and nearshoring opportunities for customers in North America. The company has also been investing in areas like 5G infrastructure, additive manufacturing, and retail automation solutions. In September 2023, Jabil announced plans to establish an electronics manufacturing facility in Manapparai, India with an investment of INR 2,000 crore, which is expected to create over 5,000 jobs. Additionally, in November 2023, Jabil acquired ProcureAbility, a procurement consulting firm, to strengthen its procurement services offerings. </div>

Jabil’s First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Announcement Set

Badger Technologies

Speeding up sales, cutting costs, and preparing for the future of retail—whether brick-and-mortar or online.

Retail Industry Robots

Companies developing robots that offer directions, assist with queries, and provide in-store entertainment to customers while providing insights on customer behavior. 

Companies that develop autonomous cleaning and sanitation robots for use in retail floors. 

Companies developing stock counting, price tagging, and consumer data aggregation robots mainly targeted for use in supermarkets and department stores.  

Companies developing robotic technology for automated online order preparation solutions and micro-warehousing centers designed to assist SME retailers with order fulfillment.

Badger Technologies, a division of Jabil, has partnered with supermarket retailer Stop & Shop to expand the use of its store assistance robot, Marty. Marty will be deployed at over 300 Stop & Shop stores in the northeast US. Marty is now equipped with automated shelf-scanning capabilities to check product availability and identify out-of-stock items. The robot can also detect misplaced items in stores. Badger Technologies has deployed over 650 autonomous robots in partnership with retailers in the US, Australia, and New Zealand. This partnership with Stop & Shop highlights Badger's role in the autonomous inventory robot field.

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