Smart Cart news and trends

Grocers Tap Traditional Self-Checkout Even as Cashier-less Options Emerge
Point of Sale // December 20, 2022

Even as some grocers turn to next-gen payment solutions, traditional self-checkout continues to expand. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Instacart Faces Fresh Competition in Expanding Smart Cart Sector
Retail // September 16, 2022

The battle for smart cart primacy is rolling ahead full steam as segment leader Instacart is challenged by new players looking to break its dominance of the massive omnichannel grocery category. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Smart Carts With Embedded Payments Put Consumers in Control of Checkout
Shopping // August 08, 2022

With PYMNTS research finding that 34% of U.S. consumers are shopping for groceries online —76% for the convenience, 57% for the speed — it’s time for smart carts to start their ascent. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Instacart Says Smart Cart Gamification Features Make Shopping ‘an Adventure’

October 07, 2024
Instacart has added new gamification features to its smart carts, saying they will make grocery shopping “feel like an adventure” and encourage shoppers to earn rewards and credits, earn savings and discover new products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — […]