Online shopping remains robust, but a universal affinity for in-store shopping has emerged with a modern, omnichannel twist, according to Ryder System’s annual report.
Recent news includes Instacart's Trade Desk alliance giving CPG partners a more precise reach, and Amazon testing a new AI feature designed to help sellers stand out.
The German grocery chain is piloting scan & go technology, self-checkout kiosks and exit terminals at several stores as it develops a long-term checkout strategy.
Powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT API, Ask Instacart can answer customers' grocery shopping questions and serve personalized recommendations and question prompts based on their shopping history.
Auchan Retail has launched a cashier-less grocery store for its head office employees, allowing shoppers to tap their credit cards to enter and exit with "just walk out" technology.
The Learn & Earn program aims to help shoppers make healthier, more informed POS decisions through in-aisle signage and branded mobile content and exclusive incentives.
Mass merchant has introduced the next phase of its virtual try-on technology with Be Your Own Model by bringing the in-store fitting room experience to online shoppers.
