The Techne Connect Special: Ocado, Behind the Robot

Recorded with Ocado Technology, this episode takes you inside one of the most advanced grocery automation operations in the world.You hear from Steve Payling, VP of Product at Ocado Technology, as he shares how Ocado evolved from an online grocer into a global automation platform. He covers the Hive and bot-led fulfilment system, what product success looks like across software, hardware and control, and the lessons he’s learned on testing, scepticism, and staying focused on real-world problems.The Techne Connect Podcast 🎧Thank you for listening to Techne Connect! This podcast takes you inside the companies and conversations shaping the future of engineering.From space and defence to robotics, AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and next-generation mobility, each episode features the founders, engineers and technology leaders building tomorrow's world.Through candid discussions on innovation, leadership, product development and career journeys, the podcast uncovers the ideas, challenges and breakthroughs driving the world's fastest-moving industries. Whether you're an engineer, founder, investor or simply fascinated by emerging technology.Techne Connect offers a front-row seat to the people creating what's next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.