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Choice at the checkout – why it matters

Inside Retail

The trend towards using self-service and self-checkout (SCO) options in both retail and hospitality was already strong, but the pandemic sent it soaring. The same research found that 47 per cent of consumers choose different checkout options each time. The rise of small, modular self-checkout devices is changing the game.

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Circle K Will Retrofit Stores To Pilot Autonomous Checkout

Retail TouchPoints

Circle K will pilot a touchless autonomous checkout solution in one of its Phoenix locations and plans to add the technology to other store locations. We will not have to relocate merchandise, replace shelves or build an entirely new store to implement autonomous checkout.”.

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Untethered – how mobile POS transforms the checkout

I Vend

In this article, we explore how mobile POS ‘untethers’ the point of sale, allowing it to go out into the store, and even beyond the four walls. Learn how our mobile POS transforms the checkout process. Armed with mobile POS, associates can assist shoppers to checkout in the aisle, busting queue times and raising customer satisfaction.

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Sick of hearing about AI? The key is understanding how to make it work for you

Inside Retail

In-store enhancements Computer vision: Improves product displays and store layouts to attract shoppers. Loss prevention: AI combats retail shrinkage also, by integrating computer vision and motion analytics at self-checkouts, detecting suspicious activities and ultimately reducing theft.

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Juganu Provides Customer Insights and Enhanced Safety Through Smart Lighting

Retail TouchPoints

The Foam connects directly into pre-existing light fixtures at any retail space, including shopping centers, department stores or groceries.

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Reports: Amazon Go to Hit the Suburbs with Locations in Washington State and California

Retail TouchPoints

The move aims to take advantage of the fact that more shoppers are working from home, keeping them away from the city centers where most Amazon Go stores are currently located. The new shops will feature the same format, including the emphasis on grab-and-go items and everyday essentials as well as the cashierless checkout experience.

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Walmart Puts Tactile Displays, Product Discovery at Forefront of New Signature Experience

Retail TouchPoints

This initial project was focused on convenience and the integration of the digital and brick-and-mortar experiences, including via the optimization of store layouts for easier navigation and the addition of more self-checkout kiosks and contactless payment solutions, including Walmart Pay.