The $220 Billion Opportunity in Legacy Systems
While startups chase humanoid robots, the real goldmine lies in retrofitting existing infrastructure. Consider:
- 68% of global warehouses still use manual pallet jacks
- 43% lack real-time inventory visibility
Companies like Bolo AI and Vecna Robotics are bridging this gap through:
- Retrofit kits converting standard forklifts into AI-guided vehicles ($15,000 vs. $150,000 for new AGVs)
- Computer vision systems that turn smartphone cameras into pallet damage inspectors
- Generative AI converting voice commands into SAP-compliant workflows
The Road to 2030: Three Predictions
