Vori, founded in 2019, develops an AI-native operating system for the independent grocery sector in the United States. The platform integrates core retail functions - checkout, payments, pricing, ordering, inventory, and loyalty - into a single system, positioning itself as a modern B2B operating system for an industry historically reliant on legacy technology.
The company's technical work centers on AI-native systems and data connectivity across the food supply chain. Its product is designed to automate routine store operations, functioning as what the company describes as virtual employees. This approach aims to give independent grocers tools comparable to those used by large national chains.
Vori has raised $50 million in total funding, including a $22 million Series B round. The company states its mission is to empower independent retailers with effective technology, seeking to level the competitive playing field against major chains such as Walmart and Amazon.
