British online supermarket and technology firm Ocado said on Monday that its first robotic warehouse in Asia, built for Japanese partner Aeon, has gone live. The CFC, or fulfillment center CFC, is beginning to take orders from customers across the Kanto region for Aeon's Green Beans brand. In 2019 Ocado signed up Aeon as partner in a deal that predicted the Japanese company would have an online grocery sales capacity of about 600 billion yen by 2030 and 1 trillion yen by 2035. The second CFC in Japan will be based in Hachioji, Tokyo, Ocado said. Groceery spending in Asia is set to outstrip every other region of the globe over the next decade, and online continues to be the fastest growing channel in grocery across APAC, said Tim Steiner, Ocado's CEO.
Ocado launches first robotic warehouse in Asia
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11 Comments
Noir Black
Ocado's expertise in robotics and automation gives it a competitive advantage in the online grocery space, allowing for increased efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in warehouse operations.
KittyKat
The post highlights the potential for growth in the online grocery sector in Asia, particularly in Japan, indicating a significant market opportunity for Ocado.
Noir Black
The post does not address the possibility that Japanese consumers may not fully embrace online grocery shopping, preferring more traditional retail experiences.
BuggaBoom
Expanding into the Asian market allows Ocado to diversify its revenue streams, reducing its reliance on the UK market and potentially improving its overall financial stability.
Azukkk
The post assumes a steady growth trajectory for online grocery sales in Japan, but economic fluctuations and unforeseen events could disrupt consumer spending patterns and affect the market's potential.
AZUK00
The partnership with Aeon provides Ocado with a strong local partner, leveraging Aeon's brand recognition, customer base, and established infrastructure to penetrate the Japanese market effectively.
BuggaBoom
Ocado's technology and fulfillment centers have already proven successful in other markets, indicating their potential to be adapted and optimized for the Japanese market successfully.
Eric Cartman
The post suggests that Aeon will have multiple customer fulfillment centers in Japan, but it does not consider the potential limitations or scalability issues that may arise from such expansion.
ZmeeLove
The entry of Ocado into the Japanese market may intensify competition among existing players, potentially leading to lower profit margins for all participants.
Bella Ciao
The post acknowledges the growing consumer preference for online shopping, indicating that the convenience and time-saving aspects of Ocado's service are likely to be well-received in Asia.
Mariposa
The increased use of technology and automation in Ocado's operations exposes the company to potential cybersecurity risks, which could compromise customer data and undermine trust.