Ocado Intelligent Automation will provide automated order fulfillment technology for the McKesson Canada distribution center.[1][4] McKesson Canada is the country's largest pharmaceutical distributor and a leading healthcare provider.[1][4] This is Ocado's first deal outside the food retail sector.[1][2][3][4] The system includes a 3D grid with mobile and collaborative robots that can handle 50-item orders in five minutes.[1] The technology is complemented by artificial intelligence-based software for long-term operation.[1][2][4] Ocado will receive upfront payments during construction, a final payment after installation and annual service and maintenance fees.[1][4] The deal is capital-intensive, with minimal impact on cash flow and profits in the current financial year.[1][4] The technology is suitable for dense storage, accurate warehouse management and secure inventory management, proven by 20 years in the online food sector.[1][4]