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WASTE MANAGEMENT INC · 2026-08-08 · Importance 31 · Surprise 42

Waste Management is reportedly the first solid waste company to deploy Caterpillar’s remote-controlled heavy equipment. The technology is expected to improve worker safety and operating efficiency in heavy-equipment applications. The rollout supports WM’s broader use of technology to improve margins and execution in its waste-management operations.

Key facts

• Simply Wall Street reported Waste Management is the first solid waste company to use Caterpillar's remote-controlled heavy equipment. source
• Simply Wall Street reported analysts view WM as 12.6% undervalued with a fair value of $260.64 per share based on expected benefits from technology implementation. source