Robert MacKenzie – Scaling Robots with Purpose
Language: English
How do you scale from a robotic prototype to 200+ autonomous machines working across the globe? In this episode, we talk to Robert MacKenzie, former CPO & CTO of ANYbotics, about what it takes to turn complex AI-powered technology into real-world impact — from industrial stair-climbing robots to fully autonomous inspection systems. Together with co-host Dalith Steiger-Gablinger, we explore AI, mobility, scaling deep tech companies, and what it means to lead at the intersection of people, product, and purpose.
Topics include:
✅ Robotics & AI in the field
✅ ANYmal’s industrial journey
✅ Product leadership in scale-ups
✅ Purpose-driven innovation
✅ The future of autonomous systems
Host: Stephan Lendi
Co-Host: Dalith Steiger-Gablinger
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Supported by Swiss ICT and Innovation Zurich
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