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Installation

Get up and running, fast.

By fast, we mean fast: installation can take as little as 5 days.

Our trusted partners handle the installation, so you can keep running your business while they set up Pio.

Plan and prep

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You'll get an on-site visit to assess every inch of your warehouse.
The visit covers your space, workflow, and goals, so it's clear what your setup needs and any quirks your space might have.
Your tech stack and software are reviewed, so integrating Pio goes smoothly.
Pio is designed to be plug-and-play, so connecting it to your existing software is part of getting your system ready. If you use Shopify, Pio connects directly through our plug-in. Other platforms, including your WMS or ERP, can connect through our integrations or open API.
You'll confirm that your building is in sound condition and meets local regulations.
Every state has its own permitting requirements. You'll receive initial guidance on the permitting process to help keep everything as straightforward as possible.

Installation

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Day 01

You'll receive the building materials.

All the materials for Pio will be delivered right to your warehouse.

Day 01-03

A team of certified experts will complete the grid installation.

Our partners manage the physical setup, making sure everything is installed correctly and safely. You don't need any technical expertise. The installation team lays the groundwork and builds the aluminum grid alongside your current operations, helping keep downtime to a minimum.

Day 04

The system will be commissioned.

First, the Controller is set up to communicate with the robots and ports on the grid. Next, the hardware is calibrated and the system is tested to make sure everything works as expected. Finally, quality and safety checks are completed for safe, reliable operation.

Day 05

You'll transfer your inventory into your Pio cube.

The system is handed off to you for inserting your bins, dividers, and products. Once your products are in, your team moves on to training.

Training and support

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Your team will go through onboarding and training.
Your team gets clear, in-depth training on Pio. It's designed to be user-friendly, and picking at the port is simple enough to learn in as little as 5 minutes.
Your team will get comfy with using the Pio app.
This is your chance to test things out, ask questions, and get into the flow of using Pio.
You're ready to go.
By this point, you're set to start picking, packing, and shipping orders. Don't worry, our Operations Team and partners are always within reach if you need anything.

We stick around.

That means close support after installation: solving problems, finding ways to improve, and cheering you on as your business takes off.

Data analysis and reporting

We keep an eye on your operations to make sure your system is running as efficiently as possible. Our reports give you insights into performance, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, helping you make informed decisions and keep things moving.

Warehouse automation data analysis and reporting for operational efficiency

Customer support

Our Operations Team stays in touch, building a long-term partnership for your continued success. Whether you have a question about the Pio app, need help with training, or want to plan for peak season, you'll always have someone to ask. For guides, answers, and help any time, visit the Pio Help Center.

Warehouse automation customer support and operations team

Robot scaling

As your business takes off, we give you the flexibility to scale your robot fleet with it. Bring in booster bots for peak season and send them back when things quiet down, or add robots for good as you grow. Either way, you get extra help when you need it, without a long-term commitment. See how flexibility works.

Warehouse automation that scales up and down for peak season demand
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Ready to get started?

Contact our team, and it’s full speed ahead.

Success stories

Faster fulfillment, fewer errors, and a lot less stress. These are just a few of the things Pio users are enjoying.

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Connor MacArthur
Founder, Souko Fulfillment
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We're now in a position where we can actually grow. We can deliver. We can scale up in the way that we want.
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Brian Desind
Founder, Privada Cigar Club
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With Pio, we're able to compete with the giants.
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Richard Bendiksen
CEO, Vakre Vene
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Before Pio, it could take us four or five days to ship out during big sales campaigns. Now, everything goes out the next day and we're doing it with just 1/3 of the people. That's a winner.
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Kyrre Alver
Founder, Blender Agency
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The robots can deal with the warehouse and we can focus on people.
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Stine Goksøyr
Founder, Ko:Ko
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Before Pio, we would've had two people picking all day. Now there's just one person doing it, and they're usually done by lunch.
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Andreas Doppelmayr
Co-founder, Dapper
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Pio tripled our storage capacity and enabled us to stay in the same location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who installs Pio?
Pio's trusted installation partners handle the installation. A team of certified experts builds the grid, and the system is then commissioned and tested before handover, so you don't need any technical expertise. Before installation, a site visit maps out your space, workflow, and software.
What does my warehouse need before Pio can be installed?
Your building needs to be in good structural condition and meet local regulations, and Pio needs a stable Wi-Fi connection to run. Pio comes in versions for 14 ft (4.3 m), 18 ft (5.5 m), and 22 ft (6.7 m) ceilings, with lower configurations available on request. The site visit confirms exactly what your setup needs, and you'll get initial guidance on permits.
Can we keep our warehouse running during installation?
Our installation partners plan the work to keep disruption to a minimum. The grid is built alongside your current operations, and the site visit beforehand maps out your space and workflow so installation fits around your daily work.
What training does my team get?
Your team gets onboarding and training on the Pio app as part of installation. A member of your team is also trained as a Super User, who handles simple tasks like starting and stopping the system and can resolve the most common issues. After go-live, you'll have ongoing support.