May 7, 2024
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Solving the retail labor shortage with a robotics revolution

The retail labor shortage has meant inconsistency for retailers. What’s causing the shortage? And can robots solve it?

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What’s causing the retail labor shortage? Is it here to stay? And can robots solve it?

The pandemic took an immense toll on retail workers, with business closures, reduced hours, and health risks forcing many to leave the industry. This drastically shrank the retail labor pool. And while some recovery continues, signs increasingly point to an ongoing labor challenge - not just a temporary blip. Robots are proving invaluable in filling the gaps.

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