Ambi Robotics deploys new AmbiSort systems ahead of 9% to 10% peak-season volume rise
Ambi Robotics is preparing for a 9% to 10% increase in customer throughput during peak season, according to Stephen McKinley, the company’s co-founder and COO. This year’s growth is lower than the typical 25% to 40% annual rise, but McKinley notes e-commerce demand remains strong, putting pressure on logistics providers to optimize operations efficiently.
Key points
- Ambi Robotics expects 9% to 10% peak-season volume growth, down from typical 25% to 40% annual increases
- Company installs updated AmbiSort systems at eight facilities before peak season, with spare parts pre-deployed to key sites
- AI-driven support tools assist Ambi’s small team in predicting issues and managing customer performance data
The Berkeley-based company is installing updated versions of its AmbiSort system at eight facilities before peak season begins. McKinley emphasizes a conservative approach to AI improvements, using A/B testing in controlled environments before rolling out changes. To minimize downtime, Ambi pre-deploys spare parts to high-activity sites like Cincinnati. The company also prioritizes hands-on support, with half its team traveling to customer locations while the other half stands by for urgent fixes. Trust, built through direct human interaction, remains critical for adoption of physical AI systems.
How Ambi Robotics helps its customers prepare for peak season
The Robot Report · 5 November 2026
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