Simbe Robotics Leaps Into Farm Supply Stores With Historic Partnership

Simbe Robotics Inc. has announced its partnership with Country Supplier LLC, a rural retail powerhouse based in Idaho, to deploy Simbe’s cutting-edge Tally robots in 55 locations across six states. The Ammon-based company will leverage the power of artificial intelligence and automation to enhance the shopping experience for its customers.

Since 1959, Country Supplier has been serving rural communities across Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington. The company’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has earned it a loyal following among farmers and local businesses. With its new partnership with Simbe, Country Supplier is poised to take its operations to the next level.

The Tally robots use computer vision and AI to scan store shelves multiple times a day, capturing images of inventory levels and providing actionable insights to improve on-shelf availability and price accuracy. Farm supply stores face unique challenges when it comes to inventory management, particularly with large product volumes and limited storage space. Traditional methods often involve manual scans that can take weeks to complete, leaving stores vulnerable to stockouts and overstocking.

Simbe’s Tally system addresses these pain points, providing real-time visibility into store conditions and enabling retailers to make data-driven decisions to optimize their inventory. The company is also expanding its virtual tour capabilities to help retailers like Country Supplier optimize their layouts and ensure compliance across multiple locations.

Simbe has won numerous awards for its innovative solutions, including a 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its collaboration with BJ’s Wholesale Club. With its expanding portfolio of retail partnerships and autonomous inventory management systems, Simbe is well-positioned to shape the future of retail technology. The company recently announced a $50 million Series C round in October 2024.

“2024 has been another monumental year of growth for Simbe,” said Brad Bogolea, co-founder and CEO of Simbe. “Innovative industry leaders increasingly recognize the real, wide-reaching impact that AI and automation have on every layer of their operations.” With its cutting-edge solutions like Tally, Simbe is ushering in a new era of retail technology and automation, empowering retailers to thrive in a competitive landscape while elevating the in-store experience for all involved.