Self-Checkout

AI, Self-Service Models Promise a Re-Imagining of the Grocery Run
AI, Self-Service Models Promise a Re-Imagining of the Grocery Run
August 21, 2023  |  Artificial Intelligence

That age-old routine of daily life — the grocery run — is getting a makeover thanks to advanced technology, specifically artificial intelligence (AI) and self-service...

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Trader Joe’s CEO Bucks Grocery Industry Trends by Eschewing Self-Checkout 
Trader Joe’s CEO Bucks Grocery Industry Trends by Eschewing Self-Checkout 
August 17, 2023  |  Technology

As many grocers look to technology to boost efficiency — sometimes at the cost of service — Trader Joe’s is holding the line against self-checkout.  ...

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Merchants Tap Smart Carts to Drive 30% Basket Size Increases
Merchants Tap Smart Carts to Drive 30% Basket Size Increases
June 21, 2023  |  Retail

As shoppers continue to seek eCommerce-like convenience in their brick-and-mortar journeys, self-checkout technologies such as smart carts can boost their spending and loyalty, Cust2Mate CEO...

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Walmart Looks to Generative AI as Grocers Tap Self-Service
Walmart Looks to Generative AI as Grocers Tap Self-Service
June 05, 2023  |  Technology

As grocers look for ways to take advantage of the efficiency of self-service options while mitigating the drawbacks, Walmart is looking to generative artificial intelligence...

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40% of US Retailers Say Scan-and-Go Is Essential to Keep Customers
40% of US Retailers Say Scan-and-Go Is Essential to Keep Customers
May 14, 2023  |  Retail

The Wall Street Journal reported last month (April 7) on the evolution of self-checkout systems, focusing on Uniqlo’s parent company, Fast Retailing, and its introduction...

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Everseen Raises $71 Million to Battle Retail Theft With AI
Everseen Raises $71 Million to Battle Retail Theft With AI
May 11, 2023  |  Investments

Artificial intelligence (AI) platform Everseen has raised $71 million to help retailers prevent theft. The Irish company, whose computer vision technology can block theft at...

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Grabango: The Next Generation of Shopping Is Checkout-Free
Grabango: The Next Generation of Shopping Is Checkout-Free
March 17, 2023  |  Retail

As self-checkout evolves, point-of-sale tech startup Grabango maintains all future shopping will be autonomous. In an interview with PYMNTS, the company’s Chief Revenue Officer Andy Radlow said that...

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An Insider on Why Instant Checkout Is a Deal-Maker for Consumers
An Insider on Why Instant Checkout Is a Deal-Maker for Consumers
March 17, 2023  |  Real-Time Payments

Four out of five Americans are interested in faster options to pay businesses for goods and services — an interest that is likely to grow,...

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Grocers Fight Back as More Grocery Spend Moves Online
Grocers Fight Back as More Grocery Spend Moves Online
March 14, 2023  |  Retail

February Consumer Price Index numbers demonstrate that grocers and consumers can’t catch a break. While inflation overall seems to be easing, with gasoline and major...

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