Plus One Robotics names new president and chief commerical officer

Plus One Robotics, a provider of AI vision software and solutions for robotic parcel handling, today announced an accelerated growth strategy aimed at expanding its market presence and delivering innovative automation solutions to a broader audience. The company said this strategic initiative is underscored by the appointment of Avihou Barkay as President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and a sharpened focus on go-to-market activities, marking a significant milestone in the company's evolution.

This move follows significant achievements in the past six months, the company added. Plus One Robotics recently reached 1 billion picks, demonstrating the scale and reliability of its solutions. Additionally, Plus One Robotics has secured notable sales wins in the first two quarters of 2024, indicating strong market demand for its advanced automation technologies. Barkay joins Plus One from Caja Robotics ,and has also spent time at several other technology organizations in his career.

"What attracted me to Plus One Robotics was the combination of exceptional people, innovative products and reputation within the industry," said Barkay, now president of Plus One Robotics. "The company is known for its productivity and unwavering commitment to customer care. As we become a more sales-driven organization, we're positioning ourselves to effectively deliver on market trends and demand. In today's landscape, customers are increasingly thoughtful and well-educated about their choices. Plus One's reliability and customer-centric approach are pivotal differentiators that will drive our success as we expand our market presence."

Erik Nieves, CEO of Plus One Robotics, reflected on the company's journey and future: "When we founded Plus One Robotics in 2016, our vision was to transform warehouse operations through innovative robotic solutions that would relieve people from mundane tasks. Today, with over 1 billion successful picks and industry-wide recognition, we're realizing that vision at scale. This accelerated growth strategy is the next step in our journey. Bringing Avi on board as President and CCO is instrumental in executing this vision. His commercial acumen will be crucial as we expand our market presence, strengthen our growth initiatives and continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in logistics automation. We're not just growing; we're shaping the future of the industry."

The company's AI-powered vision software is complemented by its human-in-the-loop technology to enhance supply chain productivity at scale. Plus One Robotics is headquartered in San Antonio Texas with offices in Boulder, Colo., and The Netherlands.