$CBDW $GPOX GPOPlus+ Announces Strategic Partnership with 1606 Corp to Revolutionize AI-Powered Distribution Solutions for Gas Stations + Convenience Stores
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Leveraging Cutting-Edge AI Technology to Optimize Logistics, Inventory, and Sales in a $327.6 Billion Market.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA / ACCESS Newswire / February 7, 2025 / GPO Plus, Inc. (OTCQB:GPOX), an AI-powered Distributor revolutionizing distribution to gas stations and convenience stores with its innovative technology-driven Direct Store Delivery (DSD) model, announced a strategic partnership with 1606 Corp. (OTC PINK:CBDW), a leading provider of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. Through this collaboration, CBDW will provide AI-driven services to enhance GPOX's PRISM+ platform further, optimizing logistics, inventory management, and operational efficiencies across its rapidly growing retail network.
The U.S. convenience store and gas station industry represents 152,396 locations, generating over $327.6 Billion in annual in-store sales, not including fuel. Despite this scale, much of the distribution infrastructure serving these retailers has remained largely unchanged for decades, with most existing providers operating on technology stacks that are 10 to 30+ years old. GPOX is revolutionizing the industry by leveraging AI and real-time data analytics to optimize driver routes, enhance product selection, and improve revenue efficiency, providing a distinct competitive advantage.
AI-Powered Innovation in Distribution
Through this partnership, CBDW will integrate advanced AI capabilities into PRISM+, GPOX's proprietary logistics and inventory management platform, advising and delivering key enhancements, some examples may include:
AI-Driven Route Optimization. Utilizing real-time traffic, weather, and sales data to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce fuel and labor costs.
Predictive Inventory Management. AI-powered analytics to ensure optimal product selection, reducing waste and increasing margins.
Retail Insights & Demand Forecasting. Data integration across GPOX's retail network to maximize store-level profitability.
Performance Monitoring + AI Optimization. Continuous improvements to machine learning models for real-time operational enhancements.
By implementing these AI-driven enhancements, GPOX is setting a new industry standard for efficiency and profitability in distribution - an industry that has historically struggled to adapt to modern technological advancements.
"GPOX is not just modernizing DSD distribution - we are redefining it," said Brett H. Pojunis, CEO of GPOX. "While most distributors rely on outdated systems that limit their ability to optimize operations, we are fully integrating AI into every aspect of our business.Partnering with 1606 Corp. perfectly aligns with our vision of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, setting the stage for game-changing advancements in operational efficiency and service delivery. I am genuinely excited to see how this collaboration transforms our industry."
The partnership aligns with GPOX's broader strategy to scale its AI-powered DSD model, which focuses on servicing the fragmented 15% - 20% of high-margin convenience store products that major distributors do not handle. With PRISM+ at the core of its operations, GPOX is building a more responsive, data-driven, and scalable distribution network that can adapt to the evolving needs of independent retailers.
"We are excited to collaborate with GPOX and bring our advanced AI solutions to their already innovative PRISM+ platform," said Austen Lambrecht, CEO of 1606 Corp. "This partnership will help optimize logistics, improve inventory management, and deliver valuable insights that will transform the convenience store and gas station industries. By combining our expertise, we will redefine how distribution networks operate."
The agreement is effective immediately, with AI development and integration already underway. GPOX and CBDW are solving industry-wide challenges, enhancing operational performance, and creating measurable value for retailers nationwide.
https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/bu...lut-981270
Leveraging Cutting-Edge AI Technology to Optimize Logistics, Inventory, and Sales in a $327.6 Billion Market.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA / ACCESS Newswire / February 7, 2025 / GPO Plus, Inc. (OTCQB:GPOX), an AI-powered Distributor revolutionizing distribution to gas stations and convenience stores with its innovative technology-driven Direct Store Delivery (DSD) model, announced a strategic partnership with 1606 Corp. (OTC PINK:CBDW), a leading provider of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. Through this collaboration, CBDW will provide AI-driven services to enhance GPOX's PRISM+ platform further, optimizing logistics, inventory management, and operational efficiencies across its rapidly growing retail network.
The U.S. convenience store and gas station industry represents 152,396 locations, generating over $327.6 Billion in annual in-store sales, not including fuel. Despite this scale, much of the distribution infrastructure serving these retailers has remained largely unchanged for decades, with most existing providers operating on technology stacks that are 10 to 30+ years old. GPOX is revolutionizing the industry by leveraging AI and real-time data analytics to optimize driver routes, enhance product selection, and improve revenue efficiency, providing a distinct competitive advantage.
AI-Powered Innovation in Distribution
Through this partnership, CBDW will integrate advanced AI capabilities into PRISM+, GPOX's proprietary logistics and inventory management platform, advising and delivering key enhancements, some examples may include:
AI-Driven Route Optimization. Utilizing real-time traffic, weather, and sales data to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce fuel and labor costs.
Predictive Inventory Management. AI-powered analytics to ensure optimal product selection, reducing waste and increasing margins.
Retail Insights & Demand Forecasting. Data integration across GPOX's retail network to maximize store-level profitability.
Performance Monitoring + AI Optimization. Continuous improvements to machine learning models for real-time operational enhancements.
By implementing these AI-driven enhancements, GPOX is setting a new industry standard for efficiency and profitability in distribution - an industry that has historically struggled to adapt to modern technological advancements.
"GPOX is not just modernizing DSD distribution - we are redefining it," said Brett H. Pojunis, CEO of GPOX. "While most distributors rely on outdated systems that limit their ability to optimize operations, we are fully integrating AI into every aspect of our business.Partnering with 1606 Corp. perfectly aligns with our vision of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, setting the stage for game-changing advancements in operational efficiency and service delivery. I am genuinely excited to see how this collaboration transforms our industry."
The partnership aligns with GPOX's broader strategy to scale its AI-powered DSD model, which focuses on servicing the fragmented 15% - 20% of high-margin convenience store products that major distributors do not handle. With PRISM+ at the core of its operations, GPOX is building a more responsive, data-driven, and scalable distribution network that can adapt to the evolving needs of independent retailers.
"We are excited to collaborate with GPOX and bring our advanced AI solutions to their already innovative PRISM+ platform," said Austen Lambrecht, CEO of 1606 Corp. "This partnership will help optimize logistics, improve inventory management, and deliver valuable insights that will transform the convenience store and gas station industries. By combining our expertise, we will redefine how distribution networks operate."
The agreement is effective immediately, with AI development and integration already underway. GPOX and CBDW are solving industry-wide challenges, enhancing operational performance, and creating measurable value for retailers nationwide.
