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Smart shelves are a technological innovation that is revolutionizing the retail industry. They streamline operations and improve the shopping experience for customers. So what are these smart shelves and how can they help retailers?
What are smart shelves?
Smart shelves are a combination of different technologies that are used on retail shelves. They are designed to improve the shopping experience and optimize the inventory management process. The technologies used in these smart shelves aim to transform retail systems and take the customer experience to a new level.
Different technologies can be connected and used to optimize store operations. For example, smart shelves can use a combination of sensors, digital shelf labels, displays,RFID technology,cameras andmanagement systems to create a dynamic and efficient overall retail process. They also help to monitor inventory, check product performance and improve the shopping experience.
Vending machines also offer an innovative and intelligent way of shopping with many benefits for the customer. They enable a convenient shopping experience and save valuable time. They owe their new smart intelligence to the use of modern software such as Smartstore. Smartstore changes the use of vending machines from the customer's perspective by making the vending machine's world of offers available on the customer's cell phone.
Advantages of the implementation
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Real-time inventory monitoring: Using smart shelving helps save money on labor as fewer people are needed to check stock and manually manage inventory. For stores, this technology helps keep track of up-to-date data on what customers want and what is popular in the market. This enables dynamic pricing strategies where prices can be quickly adjusted and changed.
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Improved operational productivity : Automating stock management through smart shelving saves staff time. This leads to a more efficient working environment and allows employees to focus more on business development activities.
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Improved customer experience : Smart shelves ensure that shelves are stocked with the right products, ensuring that customers find what they need and are not disappointed when items are out of stock. They make shopping easier overall by displaying details on screens, such as product information and discounts.
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Tailored product recommendations: Analyzing customer data, their purchase history and browsing behavior to generate personalized product recommendations. Smart shelves are like in-store magic! They let you try on clothes virtually, see cool demos of products and even have fun with augmented reality stuff.
The role of customer centricity
Actively managing customer centricity and taking different interests and perspectives into account is more important than ever these days. The customer journey begins with the account and should be primarily geared towards a mobile-first strategy. This should encompass the entire customer orientation as well as the touchpoints at the point of sale.
The smart salesroom of the future is a world without opening hours, where everyone can shop for themselves with a clear conscience, easily and conveniently, and is delighted by the intelligent way of shopping! In the future, smart shelves will become even smarter, with better AI, predictions and good collaboration with all types of shopping channels. These improvements will make stores run better, make customers more interested and bring new ideas to retail.
More information about the Smart Vending, Smart Venue and Smart Stadium concept can be found at
https://smartstore.com/de/smart-vending-die-revolution-des-einkaufens-am-automaten-2/
https://smartstore.com/de/smart-stores-24/7-die-zukunft-des-einzelhandels-2/
https://smartstore.com/de/smart-venue-digitale-transformation-von-veranstaltungsorten-2/
https://smartstore.com/de/smart-stadion-2/
Pyramid solutions for local sales
Some examples of what can already be found in some stores are the intelligent sales options from Pyramid Computers. Real-time information, an optimized customer journey and increased customer loyalty through a simplified shopping experience. Almost autonomous stores can already be set up in the countryside or in the city with the right technology.
POLYTOUCH® 32 CURVE INFOTERMINAL
The POLYTOUCH® 32 CURVE INFOTERMINAL offers a wide range of applications in autonomous retail that improve the shopping experience and optimize processes. Customers can call up detailed product information, check availability and find alternative items. The terminal also serves as a self-service checkout, speeding up the payment process and reducing waiting times. By integrating customer profiles, personalized offers and recommendations can be displayed, increasing customer satisfaction. In addition, the terminal facilitates in-store navigation by guiding customers to the desired products or departments. Finally, it can be used to present promotional content and special offers to make promotions visible and boost sales.
POLYTOUCH® MIRROR
The virtual fitting room allows customers to try on garments digitally without physically trying them on, increasing the convenience and efficiency of the shopping experience. By integrating customer profiles, personalized recommendations and offers can be displayed. The POLYTOUCH® MIRROR also acts as a platform for customer feedback by enabling direct reviews and comments on products. The mirror also serves as an interactive advertising space for promotions and special offers.
The retail of tomorrow
The different types of smart shelves are helping to change the way stores operate. The 24/7 smart store concepts have been experiencing an ever-increasing boom in recent years and both smaller businesses in rural areas and large food chains are discovering this modern way of retailing for themselves. They are using new technologies to optimize processes, improve product tracking and make shopping more attractive for customers.
If you have any further questions about smart shelves or autonomous retail concepts or would like to make an appointment for a live demo, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can reach us via the contact form, by e-mail at info@smartstore.com or by phone from Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at +4923153350.
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