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IKEA Advances Warehouse Efficiency with 24/7 AI-Powered Drones

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IKEA has announced the next phase of its drone technology initiative, featuring an advanced AI-powered system capable of operating continuously alongside employees.

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Deshengtang Pharmaceutical Increases Inventory Turnover by 5% with RELEX Solutions

From www.relexsolutions.com »

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The Chinese pharmaceutical company optimized supply chain planning with RELEX AI-driven end-to-end supply chain solution.

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Ghost kitchen operator One Kitchen deploys robot in Walmart site

From chainstoreage.com »

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One Kitchen, which operates 240 ghost kitchen locations in the U.S., is utilizing an AI-equipped Richtech Robotics ADAM robotic beverage system at a location within a Walmart store in Rockford, Ill.

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Pick n Pay Achieves 95% Automation In Software Testing With OpenText AI innovation

From www.retailitinsights.com »

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Pick n Pay Group, a retailer with over 1,650 stores across seven African countries, has partnered with OpenText to supercharge its software testing processes.

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Aldi scraps click-and-collect service after four years

From www.retailgazette.co.uk »

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The grocery giant said scrapping the trial, which had been under review since its launch, would help it run its stores more efficiently and maintain a price advantage over its competitors.

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Carrefour implements AI tool to combat food waste

From www.retaildetail.eu »

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Which of your products are approaching their expiration date? And what discount will they receive if they do? Keeping track of your food stocks can be a huge and time-consuming work, so Carrefour Belgium is adopting a new AI tool to do that for them.

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Mattress Firm rolls out two-hour delivery with DoorDash

From chainstoreage.com »

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Mattress Firm is collaborating with DoorDash to introduce on-demand, two-hour delivery of mattresses and bedding accessories from its more than 2,300 store locations across the U.S.

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Target: Streamlined Checkout and GenAI Chatbot Improve in-Store Experience

From www.pymnts.com »

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A streamlined checkout experience and the deployment of generative artificial intelligence-powered handheld devices for employees have improved the in-store experience at Target.

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Wendy’s AI and Supply Chain Digitalization

From hospitalitytech.com »

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Palantir Technologies Inc., a provider of AI systems, and Wendy’s Quality Supply Chain Co-op (QSCC) announced they have partnered to accelerate digital transformation, AI adoption and operational decision making across the co-op.

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Estée Lauder Develops AI-Powered Trend Spotter Amid Marketing Overhaul

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The Estée Lauder Companies is driving increased consumer recruitment and loyalty and optimized promotions via elevated precision marketing capabilities.

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Walmart used AI to crunch 850M product data points

From www.retaildive.com »

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Walmart is using generative AI to improve the data quality of its product catalog in pursuit of CX benefits for its customers and associates.

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How J.C. Penney is using AI and machine learning in its supply chain

From www.retaildive.com »

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The department store retailer is investing heavily in new technology to improve productivity and upgrade its legacy systems.

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East of England Co-op Taps RELEX Solutions for Pricing and Promotion Optimization

From www.relexsolutions.com »

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Unified solution suite enhances decision-making, reduces manual efforts, and supports future strategic initiatives.

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Dave’s Hot Chicken Strikes Partnership with QSR Automations

From www.qsrmagazine.com »

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QSR Automations, a kitchen automation and guest management service, announced its strategic partnership with Dave’s Hot Chicken.

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Pierce Group works with SCAYLE to streamline its digital business

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Pierce Group, a Sweden-based e-commerce company that sells motorcycle and snowmobile gear, parts and accessories to riders across Europe, has chosen SCAYLE as its new digital commerce platform.

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Mint Velvet taps Patchworks iPaaS solution to seamlessly connect essential systems

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Mint Velvet has gone live on Patchworks’ e-commerce integration platform.

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Woolworths Supermarkets works with Hanshow on launch of smart carts pilot at Sydney, Australia store

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Woolworths Supermarkets is piloting a scan-as-you-go trolley system at a store in Sydney, marking a first for the Australian market.

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SportsShoes enlists BigCommerce to modernise e-commerce operations

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SportsShoes, a UK-based independent retailer of sporting goods, has launched a new composable commerce website on the BigCommerce platform.

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How AI is helping a family-owned produce wholesaler innovate

From www.thepacker.com »

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Choco AI is designed to automate and streamline the process of ordering food between restaurants and food suppliers.

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SpartanNash implements new food traceability program

From www.supermarketnews.com »

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The company is now enabling the real-time exchange of food traceability data across its suppliers, distribution centers, company stores, and independent grocer customers

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SupplyHouse.com Achieves Significant Efficiency and Accuracy in Supply Chain Management with RELEX Solutions

From www.relexsolutions.com »

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E-commerce leader streamlines operations and reduces costs with advanced AI-driven supply chain solutions.

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Caffè Nero taps Octopus Energy technology platform Kraken

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Caffè Nero has become Octopus Energy’s biggest business customer, sourcing 100% green electricity to brew coffee.

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Indianapolis Colts taps Shift4 retail technology for ticket sales payments

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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The Indianapolis Colts are to use Shift4’s end-to-end payments solutions to power the NFL team’s ticketing transactions at Lucas Oil Stadium, beginning in the 2024 season.

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Jeff’s Bagel Run builds custom tech stack to solve bagel-specific problems

From www.nrn.com »

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The Orlando-based restaurant built a custom tech stack specifically made for a bagel shop’s needs under new president, uBreakiFix founder Justin Wetherill

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Le Pain Quotidien uses AI to create 'digital twin' of chef-founder Alain Coumont

From www.restaurantbusinessonline.com »

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Alain.AI harnesses Coumont’s brain power to provide the chain’s operators with recipes, seasonal menus, culinary guidance and more.

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Walmart ending DroneUp deliveries in 3 states

From drugstorenews.com »

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Walmart is ceasing drone deliveries made with partner DroneUp in Phoenix, Ariz., Salt Lake City, Utah and Tampa, Fla., per a TheVerge report. An Axios report that said the services in those cities weren’t sustainable.

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Dine Brands Partners with Cognizant on Global A.I. Innovation Foundry

From hospitalitytech.com »

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Dine Brands Global Inc. has selected Cognizant to assist in the creation of its A.I. Innovation Foundry.

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Shake Shack Rolls Out Autonomous Robot Delivery

From hospitalitytech.com »

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Customers who order from select Shake Shack restaurants in Los Angeles through Uber Eats may receive their order via Serve Robotic's autonomous robots.

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HT Talks Tech with Patric Knapp, VP of Operations, Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay

From hospitalitytech.com »

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Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay deploys IoT-driven innovations for faster, smarter kitchen operations at its new flagship location in Charlotte, N.C.

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Pin Retailer Chooses Bridgeline's AI-Powered HawkSearch On BigCommerce

From www.retailitinsights.com »

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Bridgeline Digital, Inc. today announced a large retailer of pins and other accessories has chosen HawkSearch’s Recommendations for its BigCommerce site.

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Porto's Bakery & Café Enhances Digital Ordering Experience

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Porto's Bakery & Café is collaborating with Tillster to enhance the digital ordering experience for Porto's guests, further streamlining operations and expanding guest engagement.

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The Fresh Market to partner with NielsenIQ on shopper insights

From www.supermarketnews.com »

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This new cooperation is aimed at “significantly enhancing” The Fresh Market’s understanding of consumer behavior.

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Wow Bao Partners with Superorder for Reputation Management Solution

From www.qsrmagazine.com »

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Wow Bao, a fast-casual Asian restaurant concept with 700+ locations, announced a strategic partnership with Superorder. This collaboration empowers Wow Bao to elevate its digital customer service experience, optimize operations, and drive profitability.

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Ocado rolls out same-day deliveries as UK online grocery big hitter offers its customers Express It slots

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Ocado has contacted its customers to inform them that same-day deliveries are now available.

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Ikea set to expand deployment of drone technology in Europe and North America

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Ikea has announced the next phase in its drone technology programme: an upgraded AI powered system capable of operating around the clock alongside co-workers.

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Chelmsford Star Co-op partners with Quadient to launch parcel locker solutions in its food stores

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Part of its ‘More than Just a Shop’ campaign, this has resulted in the installation of a first Parcel Pending By Quadient locker at its newly refurbished store on Bridge Street, Writtle.

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East of England Co-op deploys ESLs within Retail Insight AI powered WasteInsight solution

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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East of England Co-op has extended its partnership with Retail Insight for a further three years. The pair have been working together since 2021, with the retailer leveraging the cloud-based WasteInsight solution to tackle food waste across its estate.

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Ahold Delhaize USA Exec Says Digital Convenience Can Mean Fewer Loyal Shoppers

From www.pymnts.com »

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As consumers, especially younger generations, grow accustomed to having their needs met at a rapid pace, Ahold Delhaize USA is seeing shoppers be less loyal to specific brands.

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Zenni focuses digital innovation on the customer

From chainstoreage.com »

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Zenni Optical keeps an eye on shoppers as it develops leading-edge and artificial intelligence-based solutions.

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Walmart’s Strategy to Drive Omnichannel Growth and Innovation

From www.webpronews.com »

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Walmart Inc. continues to solidify its position as a dominant force in the global retail landscape, leveraging its omnichannel strategy and innovative technology to drive growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

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Forever New Transforms Store Order Fulfillment with OneView

From www.prnewswire.com »

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OneView Commerce, the leader in unified commerce SaaS store solutions for omnichannel retailers, today announced that the global women's fashion brand Forever New is leveraging the OneView Unified Commerce platform to implement its global omni vision.

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American Signature, Inc. Selects Progressive Leasing as Exclusive Lease-to-Own Partner

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Progressive Leasing today announced an agreement to power lease-to-own payment solutions for American Signature, Inc. As one of the nation’s largest home furnishing retailers, American Signature owns and operates over 120 stores nationwide.

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Lightspeed and US Foods link to enhance restaurant operations

From finance.yahoo.com »

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The partnership will integrate Lightspeed Restaurant technology into US Foods' CHECK Business Tools programme, which is accessible to thousands of foodservice operators nationwide.

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TCS OmniStore enables 100% in-store mobile checkout for all Croma stores

From www.business-standard.com »

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Tata Consultancy Services has enabled 100% in-store mobile checkout for all Croma stores, a first in the retail industry in India.

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UK retailer Pets at Home rolls out digital and interactive screens at new look Brentford Pet Care Centre

From retailtechinnovationhub.com »

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Pets at Home has announced the re-launch of its Brentford Pet Care Centre as part of its programme to roll-out new concept stores.

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