Bertero Technologies provides compact, modular robotic storage systems for pharmacies that automate loading, inventory tracking, expiry management, and replenishment. The hardware integrates a high‑precision robotic arm with a cloud‑connected software suite offering real‑time inventory visibility, predictive ordering, and remote diagnostics, freeing shelf space and reducing staff workload. The solution scales to various floor plans and includes subscription‑based maintenance contracts.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Pharmacies often operate in constrained retail spaces while managing large, fast‑turning inventories. Manual stock handling, expiry tracking, and replenishment consume staff time and increase the risk of out‑of‑stock or expired products, limiting both profitability and customer service quality.
Solution
Bertero Technologies delivers compact, modular robotic storage systems—Micromag T1, T1D, T2, and T2D—that automate loading, inventory control, expiry monitoring, and stock replenishment. The robots integrate a high‑precision conveyor and robotic arm to move items without human intervention, while a cloud‑connected software suite provides real‑time inventory visibility, automated reorder triggers, and remote diagnostics. An intuitive touchscreen interface lets pharmacy staff oversee operations, generate compliance reports, and adjust parameters on the fly. The solution scales to any floor plan, enabling pharmacies to reclaim shelf space for product display and allocate staff to patient‑focused activities. Continuous 24/7 technical support ensures uptime and rapid issue resolution.
Target Audience
The primary customers are independent community pharmacies, regional pharmacy chains, and hospital outpatient pharmacies seeking to optimize space utilization and automate inventory workflows.
Features
- Compact, stackable chassis configurable for pharmacies ranging from 50 m² to 300 m² floor area
- Fully automated loading/unloading cycle using a robotic arm with positional accuracy ≤ 2 mm
- Real‑time inventory database synchronized via MQTT to a cloud platform, supporting barcode and RFID tagging
- Expiry‑date tracking with automated alerts and first‑expiring‑first‑out (FEFO) dispensing logic
- Predictive replenishment engine that generates purchase orders based on consumption trends and safety stock thresholds
- Remote monitoring dashboard with KPI visualizations, firmware OTA updates, and role‑based access control
- 24/7 on‑site and remote maintenance service, including preventive diagnostics and spare‑part logistics
- Open API for integration with pharmacy POS, ERP, and electronic health record (EHR) systems (FHIR‑compatible)