From 5 to 5M: Robotics experts share lessons from scaling deployments at RoboBusiness - The Robot Report

The article previews a panel discussion titled “Scaling Robot Deployments: from 5 to 5M” at RoboBusiness 2025, focusing on the challenges and lessons learned in expanding robotic operations from small-scale proofs of concept to large, global deployments. The panelists, all experienced robotics founders and executives, emphasize that scaling robotics requires more than just technical innovation; it demands operational efficiency, employee training, evolving workforce roles, and strong executive support. The discussion aims to provide candid insights into what strategies have proven effective, what obstacles remain, and how the robotics industry can build towards scalable automation. Panelists include Jordan Bryan (Bear Robotics), who has driven significant growth in active robots and locations through operational optimization; Saman Farid (Formic), who leads a robotics-as-a-service company helping manufacturers overcome labor and productivity challenges by removing barriers to automation adoption; and Florian Pestoni (InOrbit.AI), who develops AI-powered orchestration platforms to manage and scale robot operations globally. Also featured are