Akash Gupta
| Akash Gupta | |
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| Born | India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur, Robotics Engineer, CTO |
| Known for | Co-founder and CTO of Gray Orange |
Akash Gupta is an Indian entrepreneur and robotics engineer best known as the Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Gray Orange, a global warehouse automation company. Through his leadership, Gray Orange has become a pioneer in intelligent robotics and AI-driven supply chain solutions, revolutionizing how goods move in modern warehouses.[1]
Early Life and Education
Akash Gupta pursued engineering at the esteemed Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani. With a deep interest in technology and real-world problem-solving, his academic foundation laid the groundwork for a career that would bridge software, hardware, and logistics.[2]
Early Career
Before co-founding Gray Orange, Akash worked at Amdocs and later at Zomato, where he gained extensive experience in large-scale software systems and operational technology. His time in these companies sharpened his technical skills and inspired him to tackle physical infrastructure challenges through smart systems.[3]
Founding Gray Orange
In 2012, Akash Gupta co-founded Gray Orange alongside Samay Kohli, with a vision to build intelligent robots and orchestration software for warehouse automation. What began as a startup in a small office in Gurgaon has evolved into a global tech powerhouse operating in Asia, North America, and Europe.
Gray Orange is known for:
- Intelligent warehouse robots like Butler and Ranger
- The AI-powered orchestration platform GreyMatter
- Automation solutions for major clients like Flipkart and Walmart
Role and Contributions
As CTO, Akash Gupta leads product innovation, research, and development. His expertise in robotics, control systems, and AI has enabled the company to:
- Build robots that seamlessly collaborate with human workers
- Develop real-time data-driven systems for warehouse decision-making
- Create scalable, adaptive automation for global supply chains
His flagship contribution, GreyMatter, integrates data, people, and machines into a unified logistics ecosystem, optimizing performance and reducing inefficiencies.[4]
Vision and Global Impact
Akash envisions Gray Orange as a transformative force in global logistics. He believes automation will be essential to meet the demands of increasingly complex and volatile supply chains. Under his guidance, the company continues to expand, offering sustainable and intelligent automation solutions.
He remains actively involved in engineering teams and product direction, advocating continuous innovation as the key to long-term impact.[5]
Legacy and Inspiration
Akash Gupta’s entrepreneurial journey is an inspiration to young engineers and deep tech entrepreneurs in India. By solving global logistics challenges with cutting-edge robotics, he has positioned Indian innovation at the forefront of Industry 4.0.
His story exemplifies the power of merging engineering excellence with entrepreneurial boldness to create global solutions from India.
References
- ↑ https://www.fortuneindia.com/people/samay-kohli-and-akash-gupta
- ↑ https://yourstory.com/2017/08/techie-tuesdays-akash-gupta-grey-orange
- ↑ https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/04/12/2645394/0/en/GreyOrange-Co-founder-Akash-Gupta-Announced-as-New-CEO.html
- ↑ https://www.cnbctv18.com/startup/greyorange-ai-driven-automation-startup-bags-usd-135m-in-series-d-funding-18622491.htm
- ↑ https://www.cnbctv18.com/startup/greyorange-ai-driven-automation-startup-bags-usd-135m-in-series-d-funding-18622491.htm