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The news could help Kroger’s competitiveness with Wal-Mart, which is expanding grocery home-delivery, as well as with Amazon, which acquired of Whole Foods last year.
Bloomberg reported Kroger and Ocado are seeking sites for three automated distribution centers this year and could open up to 20 in the next three years.
Ocado’s technology helps with the logistics of grocery delivery, which involves keeping temperature-sensitive food from spoiling. The company’s software helps trucks take the best route on food deliveries.
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