Retail Technology
Trust on the line as UK shoppers demand one price, everywhere
New Pricer research reveals 79% of consumers link loyalty directly to price consistency 72% assume frequent price changes mean prices are only going up UK shoppers are taking a hard line on price fairness,...
Experts Reveal the Top 10 Security Measures for Online Shoppers — and Retailers Too
As digital commerce continues to expand at record speed, cybersecurity has become a central concern for both consumers and retailers. The convenience of online shopping comes with growing exposure to data theft, fraudulent transactions,...
How AI Is Transforming Inventory, Forecasting and Waste Reduction in European Supermarkets
Artificial intelligence has become an indispensable tool for European supermarkets, particularly in the fields of demand forecasting and inventory optimisation. French retailers have embraced machine-learning systems to manage stock with levels of precision impossible...
Inside France’s Smart-Store Revolution: How Carrefour Is Redefining the Modern Supermarket
France has become a global testing ground for next-generation grocery innovation, with major retailers accelerating the rollout of smart-store concepts designed to merge efficiency with enhanced customer experience. Carrefour’s “Flash 10/10” format is at...
The Rise of Autonomous Supermarkets: A New Era in Global Food Retail
The global supermarket landscape is entering a decisive new chapter as autonomous retail technologies become commercially viable. The launch of the world’s largest autonomous supermarket at NRF 2025 has officially moved the concept from...
Carrefour France Introduces Smart Shelf Technology to Optimise Stock
Carrefour, one of France’s largest supermarket chains, has rolled out smart shelf technology in a select number of stores across the country. The initiative, unveiled this week, aims to improve inventory management, reduce waste,...
Walmart US Pilots Checkout-Free Stores with Smart Technology
Walmart, the United States’ largest supermarket chain, has launched a pilot programme of checkout-free stores using smart technology to streamline the shopping experience. Announced this week, the initiative represents a significant leap in retail...
Kroger Introduces Smart Fridges for Contactless Grocery Pickup
Kroger, one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, has launched a network of smart fridges to support contactless grocery pickup, marking a significant step in the integration of technology and customer...
Carrefour Introduces AI-Powered Shelf Management in French Stores
Carrefour, one of Europe’s largest supermarket chains, has begun rolling out AI-powered shelf management technology across select stores in France. The initiative, announced this week, aims to optimise stock levels, improve product availability, and...
Walmart Expands AI-Powered Grocery Pickup Across U.S. Stores
In a move aimed at revolutionising customer convenience, Walmart has announced the expansion of its AI-powered grocery pickup system across hundreds of stores in the United States. Building on its existing online ordering and...
