# AT&T and badger technologies working to bring 5G-enabled autonomous robots to retail *July 30, 2019* #### *Faster, more reliable access to actionable business insights improves store operations and elevates customer service* DALLAS and NICHOLASVILLE, KY---July 30, 2019 --- AT\&T and [Badger Technologies](https://www.badger-technologies.com/)[®](https://www.badger-technologies.com/), a product division of Jabil, are working together to accelerate retail automation using autonomous robots with 5G wireless networking capabilities. Badger Technologies' robots empower retailers to improve operational efficiencies and customer experiences by identifying out-of-stock, mispriced or misplaced inventory as well as store hazards. These advanced mobile data collection systems can fill major gaps in the collection and sharing of vital in-store data and images, but also can tax a store's existing Wi-Fi network. To better enable seamless, uninterrupted network connectivity, [the AT\&T Foundry](https://foundry.att.com/) is testing 5G connectivity with Badger Technologies' robots in a multi-access edge computing (MEC) environment. The goal is to demonstrate how 5G using millimeter wave spectrum and edge computing could provide Badger Technologies and retailers with the lower latency and high throughput required to process and share vast amounts of data while running concurrently with other in-store network applications. "5G is an important next step to helping ensure shared visibility across critical inventory, POS and operational systems," said Tim Rowland, CEO of Badger Technologies. "Working with AT\&T enables us to better support our retail customers by delivering information faster to increase store efficiencies, improve customer service and boost profits." AT\&T's multi-access edge computing solutions could also help Badger Technologies increase hyper-local data processing by providing a more private network connection than typically associated with in-store Wi-Fi. This gives Badger Technologies more control over what data travels beyond the walls of the store and what data stays onsite, which effectively addresses mounting privacy and security concerns among retailers. "In-building cellular solutions, including 5G and edge computing, are critical drivers of digital transformation for retailers," said Mo Katibeh, Chief Marketing Officer, AT\&T Business. "These technologies will eventually equip robots with both the compute power and lower latency needed to increase revenue, improve the in-store experience, and elevate employees to better assist customers. Badger Technologies' robots can help retailers make sure they have products in stock and in the right place, increasing customer satisfaction. That leads to increased revenue. That's the power of data." For more information on MEC in retail, visit: . For more information on Badger Technologies' retail automation solutions, including Badger^®^ Retail Insight and Badger^®^ Retail Inspect, visit: . #### **About Badger Technologies** Badger Technologies is a product division of Jabil (NYSE: JBL), a manufacturing solutions provider that delivers comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. Badger Technologies' retail automation solutions feature autonomous robots that capture and share valuable data designed to improve store operations and financial performance. These mobile data collection systems automate hazard detection and expedite issues resolution. They also are capable of identifying and resolving a host of inventory and data disconnects to help grocers transform both operations and shopping experiences. ^© 2019 Badger Technologies, LLC. Badger Inspect and Badger Insight are trademarks of Badger Technologies. 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All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.^ ^\*\*Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data average download speeds for Q2 2019. \*\*\*GWS OneScore, September 2018.^ **For more information, contact:** Anne Tidrick AT\&T Corporate Communications Phone: (469) 516-5862 Email: [at289m@att.com](mailto:at289m@att.com) Sue Hetzel Badger Technologies Phone: (760) 473-4729 Email: [sue@hetzelmeade.com](mailto:sue@hetzelmeade.com) ### Related News - [Badger Technologies Collaborates with STCR to Drive Rapid Adoption of Autonomous Robots by Independent Grocers](/news/press-releases/badger-technologies-and-stcr.html) - [Badger Technologies Launches Retail Automation Pilot Program with Busy Beaver Building Centers to Improve Inventory Management and Price Integrity](/news/press-releases/badger-technologies-busy-beaver.html): Chain of Popular Neighborhood Home Improvement Centers Testing Retail Robotics to Elevate Customer Shopping Experiences with Faster, More Efficient Detection and Replenishment of Out-of-Stock Inventory - [Woodman’s Markets Rolls Out Badger Technologies Grocery Robots](/news/press-releases/woodmans-markets-rolls-out-badger-technologies-grocery-robots.html) - [Badger Technologies Introduces PatrolBot Autonomous Robot for Security Guard Industry](/news/press-releases/badger-technologies-introduces-patrolbot.html) - [Badger Technologies Introduces the Badger UV Disinfect Robot ](/news/press-releases/badger-technologies-uv-disinfect-robot.html): Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil, introduces the Badger™ UV Disinfect robot, an autonomous ultraviolet (UV) disinfecting robot designed to combat COVID-19 and high-risk pathogens commonly found in grocery, food-service and retail environments. - [Badger Technologies Deploys PatrolBot Autonomous Security Robot at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum](/news/press-releases/badger-technologies-deploys-patrolbot-autonomous-security-robot-at-the-national-veterans-memorial-and-museum.html): Multipurpose Robot Seamlessly Integrates with TrackTik Software to Augment Security Guard Operations; Industry-Leading Technology to be Showcased in Live and Streaming Veterans Day Event - [Vallarta Supermarkets Test Badger Technologies Data-Gathering, Autonomous Robots to Improve Operational Efficiencies and Shopping Experiences](/news/press-releases/vallarta-supermarkets-test-badger-technologies-data-gathering-autonomous-robots.html): Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil and leader in retail automation, has deployed a pilot program with Vallarta Supermarkets, a chain of 53 full-service markets throughout California, to reinforce operational and customer-service excellence. 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