OR3D Reaches Tesco Agri T-Jam Final with AI-Powered Food Waste Solution
OR3D was proud to take part in the Tesco Agri T-Jam final, held online on Monday, 9th September.
After being shortlisted from over 130 submissions, OR3D earned a spot among the top ten finalists with its innovative AI-driven solution designed to reduce food waste across Tesco’s supply chain. The competition, part of Tesco’s mission to cut food waste by 50% by 2030, sought out leading Agri-tech innovations that could help the retailer enhance sustainability and improve efficiency.
Run in partnership with Leading Edge Only (LEO), the global innovation marketplace, it offers tech companies the opportunity to fast-track introductions to Tesco’s extensive supplier network. OR3D presented its technology to the board of Tesco Directors, which uses AI to enhance 3D scanning and modelling processes, during the final.
OR3D’s 3D Scanning Capabilities and AI-Powered Food Waste Solution
As a leader in 3D scanning and modelling, OR3D offers advanced solutions across various industries. With extensive expertise in laser scanning, photogrammetry, and digital recreation, OR3D is known for creating high-resolution, detailed 3D models used in sectors ranging from healthcare to manufacturing. Backed by a dedicated R&D team, OR3D has been at the forefront of integrating AI to enhance the accuracy and speed of their scanning processes.
For the Tesco Agri T-Jam, OR3D proposed an AI-powered solution that utilises 3D scanning technology to optimise the quality assessment of fresh produce.
Although OR3D did not win the competition this year, we were thrilled to have made it to the final and present our innovative technology. The experience highlights the increasing role of technology in addressing global challenges such as food waste.
Tesco, alongside its Agri T-Jam partners, remains committed to supporting innovations that can help it achieve net zero, protect nature, and improve animal welfare. Congratulations to all the finalists of the Tesco Agri T-Jam competition!
James Earl, Managing Director at OR3D commented: “Being a finalist in the Tesco Agri T-Jam has been an exciting experience for us. It allowed us to showcase not only our in-house advanced AI and 3D scanning technologies, but also how these innovations can make a real difference in reducing food waste.”
