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UK-based furniture retailer Sofa Club hires former TK Maxx and Homesense exec David Lowe as Finance Director
UK-based furniture retailer Sofa Club hires former TK Maxx and Homesense exec David Lowe as Finance Director

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 14, 2025Sofa Club, Appointments, David Lowe, TK Maxx, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Finance DirectorsComment
Wincanton announces new three-year fulfilment partnership with furniture retailer Futon Company
Wincanton announces new three-year fulfilment partnership with furniture retailer Futon Company

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FulfilmentRachel LawlerAugust 14, 2025Wincanton, Futon Company, Fulfilment options, Supply chains, E-commerce, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Cashmaster International brings in Kyle Hodges as company's new Senior Director, Sales - Americas
Cashmaster International brings in Kyle Hodges as company's new Senior Director, Sales - Americas

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AppointmentsRachel LawlerAugust 14, 2025Cashmaster International, Cash management, Money management, Latin America, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Why e-commerce fulfillment is the backbone of online retail success
Why e-commerce fulfillment is the backbone of online retail success

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E-commerce fulfilmentStaff WriterAugust 14, 2025E-commerce, E-commerce fulfilment, Online retail, Fulfilment, 3PL services, Logistics, Warehouse management, ReturnsComment
Selfridges tries out 'smart, witty, charismatic' HYPERVSN AI Hologram Human at London Oxford Street store
Selfridges tries out 'smart, witty, charismatic' HYPERVSN AI Hologram Human at London Oxford Street store

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AIStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025HYPERVSN, Selfridges, Stores, AI, Holograms, Customer service, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Oxford Street LondonComment
Fortnite players offered chance to jump into nostalgic McDonaldland universe after 20 year hiatus
Fortnite players offered chance to jump into nostalgic McDonaldland universe after 20 year hiatus

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Immersive experiencesStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025McDonald's, McDonaldland, Fortnite, Immersive experiences, Gaming, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, MetavisionComment
Chief Financial Officer Thomas Børglum Jensen says farewell to Bestseller after eight year run at Danish retailer
Chief Financial Officer Thomas Børglum Jensen says farewell to Bestseller after eight year run at Danish retailer

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On the moveStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025CFOs, Thomas Børglum Jensen, Bestseller, On the move, Data analytics, E-commerce, LogisticsComment
Lounge Underwear integrates Order Editing with technology stack that includes Netsuite and Peoplevox
Lounge Underwear integrates Order Editing with technology stack that includes Netsuite and Peoplevox

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Online retailStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Lounge Underwear, Order Editing, Online retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Pinterest opens new Zurich hub and makes key hires as it taps AI and ML tech to boost user journey
Pinterest opens new Zurich hub and makes key hires as it taps AI and ML tech to boost user journey

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AI and machine learningStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Pinterest, AI, Machine learning, Appointments, Zurich, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Social media, Matthias Zenger, Mirjam Wattenhofer, E-commerceComment
UK retailer Farmfoods deploys YOOBIC technology as it gives store colleagues access to all in one digital platform
UK retailer Farmfoods deploys YOOBIC technology as it gives store colleagues access to all in one digital platform

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Farmfoods, YOOBIC, Stores, Digital retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Trust Payments expands Pennies micro-donation tech partnership to John Bell & Croyden pharmacy
Trust Payments expands Pennies micro-donation tech partnership to John Bell & Croyden pharmacy

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Micro-donationsStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Payments, Micro-donations, Pennies, Trust Payments, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Stores, PoS, John Bell & Croyden, PharmaciesComment
UK grocery retailer and wholesaler A.F Blakemore & Son unifies retail planning with RELEX technology
UK grocery retailer and wholesaler A.F Blakemore & Son unifies retail planning with RELEX technology

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025A.F Blakemore & Son, SPAR, RELEX Solutions, Retail planning, AI, Supply chain technology, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, StoresComment
THG Commerce boosts social commerce capabilities and bags official TikTok Shop Partner Status
THG Commerce boosts social commerce capabilities and bags official TikTok Shop Partner Status

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Social commerceStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025THG Commerce, E-commerce, Social commerce, TikTok Shop, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, THG IngenuityComment
Patchworks predicts integration boom as e-commerce leaders gear up for BFCM and Christmas 2025
Patchworks predicts integration boom as e-commerce leaders gear up for BFCM and Christmas 2025

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iPaaS solutionsStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025E-commerce, Patchworks, Black Friday, Christmas, Cyber Monday, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, iPaaSComment
Gen Z and Millennials reshape summer spending habits with important implications for UK retailers
Gen Z and Millennials reshape summer spending habits with important implications for UK retailers

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ResearchStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025American Express, Gen Z, Millenials, Research, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Loyalty, Rewards, Social mediaComment
American Snapchatters get to travel to McDonaldland through Arcadia built interactive AR Lenses
American Snapchatters get to travel to McDonaldland through Arcadia built interactive AR Lenses

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AR and 3DStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Snapchat, McDonald's, Vista Technology Support, AR, 3D technology, Gaming, Immersive experiences, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, McDonaldland, Snapchat AR Lens, GeofencingComment
Quiet retail spaces: how WoodUpp acoustic panels can enhance the in-store experience
Quiet retail spaces: how WoodUpp acoustic panels can enhance the in-store experience

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Stores, Customer experience, Future of retail, Shopping journeyComment
The game like rewards in retail that feel like they're straight out of an online casino
The game like rewards in retail that feel like they're straight out of an online casino

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RewardsStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Cheshunt ExtraRewards, Loyalty, Online casinos, E-commerce, GamificationComment
Visual Art signs five-year agreement with Danish grocery retailer and Netto owner Salling Group
Visual Art signs five-year agreement with Danish grocery retailer and Netto owner Salling Group

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Digital signageStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Visual Art, Netto, Salling Group, Digital signage, Retail media, Stores, Grocery retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
American Eagle store visits downturn continues as Sydney Sweeney ad controversy rumbles on
American Eagle store visits downturn continues as Sydney Sweeney ad controversy rumbles on

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025pass_by, Stores, American Eagle, Sydney Sweeney, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
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2026 EVENTS

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2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026
Apr 22
Apr 22, 2026 – Apr 23, 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026
Apr 22, 2026 – Apr 23, 2026
Apr 22, 2026 – Apr 23, 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 VIP Afterparty
Apr 22
Apr 22, 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 VIP Afterparty
Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026
Retail Technology Expo 2026
May 26
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Retail Technology Expo 2026
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027

TRENDING: AI

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London based omnichannel fashion retailer AllSaints taps Impact Analytics AI powered solutions
AI
London based omnichannel fashion retailer AllSaints taps Impact Analytics AI powered solutions
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AI
Levi Strauss & Co. enlists Raspberry as its creative partner to support company's design processes
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Levi Strauss & Co. enlists Raspberry as its creative partner to support company's design processes
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AI
M&S purchases 11,000 Microsoft 365 Copilot licences to equip employees with AI and Agentic AI tools
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M&S purchases 11,000 Microsoft 365 Copilot licences to equip employees with AI and Agentic AI tools
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AI
Gap Inc. looks to push how AI technology can elevate its customers' online shopping experience
AI
Gap Inc. looks to push how AI technology can elevate its customers' online shopping experience
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AI
LOOOK.AI goes live with real-time AI powered clothing try-on feature for smart mirrors
AI
LOOOK.AI goes live with real-time AI powered clothing try-on feature for smart mirrors
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AI
Just Eat UK connects with Amazon's new Alexa+ assistant to bring voice ordering to customers
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Just Eat UK connects with Amazon's new Alexa+ assistant to bring voice ordering to customers
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AI

TRENDING: AUTOMATION

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French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
Automation
French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
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Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
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Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
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Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
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Automation
Exotec teams with KDS to automate new 760,000 sq ft fulfilment centre in Savannah, Georgia
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Exotec teams with KDS to automate new 760,000 sq ft fulfilment centre in Savannah, Georgia
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Automation
Here's why Ocado is the most valuable technology play in grocery, retail and logistics right now
Automation
Here's why Ocado is the most valuable technology play in grocery, retail and logistics right now
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Automation

TRENDING: RTS 2026

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Retail Technology Show 2026 research shows growing shopper backlash against Temu and Shein
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 research shows growing shopper backlash against Temu and Shein
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 ramps up focus on innovation as it returns to London ExCel in April
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 ramps up focus on innovation as it returns to London ExCel in April
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RTS 2026
Vusion, Duvo and PervasID among 2026 Retail Technology Show Innovation Awards finalists
RTS 2026
Vusion, Duvo and PervasID among 2026 Retail Technology Show Innovation Awards finalists
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 report flags Perfect Ted’s Marisa Poster as Disruptor of the Year
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 report flags Perfect Ted’s Marisa Poster as Disruptor of the Year
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
H&M Director of Innovation Jo Hickson added to Retail Technology Show 2026 advisory board
RTS 2026
H&M Director of Innovation Jo Hickson added to Retail Technology Show 2026 advisory board
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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show: Roblox tops TikTok as biggest commerce channel for Gen Z shoppers
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show: Roblox tops TikTok as biggest commerce channel for Gen Z shoppers
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RTS 2026

TRENDING: RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards
Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
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RTIH Awards
Hanshow bags Tech Vendor of the Year gong at 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards in London
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Hanshow bags Tech Vendor of the Year gong at 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards in London
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RTIH Awards
VenHub Global dazzles as it lands Startup of the Year gong at 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards
RTIH Awards
VenHub Global dazzles as it lands Startup of the Year gong at 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards
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RTIH Awards

TRENDING: RETAIL MEDIA

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Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
Retail media
Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
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Retail media
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
Retail media
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
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Retail media
THG Ingenuity opens up Gift With Purchase retail media solution to external brand partners
Retail media
THG Ingenuity opens up Gift With Purchase retail media solution to external brand partners
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Retail media
Retail media technology firm Zitcha taps former Meta Australia exec Phil Bonanno for APAC role
Retail media
Retail media technology firm Zitcha taps former Meta Australia exec Phil Bonanno for APAC role
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Retail media
Wickes launches home improvement focused retail media platform in tie up with Epsilon
Retail media
Wickes launches home improvement focused retail media platform in tie up with Epsilon
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Retail media
Co-op convenience retail media research highlights shopper behaviour across store size formats
Retail media
Co-op convenience retail media research highlights shopper behaviour across store size formats
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Retail media

TRENDING: RFID

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Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
RFID
Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
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RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
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RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
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RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
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RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
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RFID
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
RFID
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
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RFID

TRENDING: STORES

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Checkout free stores demonstrate good technology but bad value equation as Amazon and Aldi exit UK
Stores
Checkout free stores demonstrate good technology but bad value equation as Amazon and Aldi exit UK
Stores

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Stores
Walmart Mexico selects Vusion EdgeSense technology to power connected store initiative
Stores
Walmart Mexico selects Vusion EdgeSense technology to power connected store initiative
Stores

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Stores
Whole Foods Market preps launch of newest London store in Angel, Islington with doors opening this Thursday
Stores
Whole Foods Market preps launch of newest London store in Angel, Islington with doors opening this Thursday
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Stores
Endear: consumers prefer shopping in-store with many splashing out again when associates follow up
Stores
Endear: consumers prefer shopping in-store with many splashing out again when associates follow up
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Stores
US fashion brand Edikted opens Carnaby Street London store and makes European debut
Stores
US fashion brand Edikted opens Carnaby Street London store and makes European debut
Stores

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Stores
Groupe Dynamite taps Manhattan Associates technology for Garage Clothing Oxford Street store
Stores
Groupe Dynamite taps Manhattan Associates technology for Garage Clothing Oxford Street store
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Stores

TRENDING: ROBOTS & DRONES

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Uber Eats and Starship delivery robots arrive in Sheffield following roll-out in Leeds last year
Robots
Uber Eats and Starship delivery robots arrive in Sheffield following roll-out in Leeds last year
Robots

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Robots
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits deploys Corvus Robotics drone inventory system in USA
Drones
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits deploys Corvus Robotics drone inventory system in USA
Drones

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Drones
Zalando preps roll-out of 50 AI powered Nomagic robots across European fulfilment centres
Robots
Zalando preps roll-out of 50 AI powered Nomagic robots across European fulfilment centres
Robots

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Robots
Starship Technologies' Lisa Johnson takes on Robotics Advisory Group adviser role
Robots
Starship Technologies' Lisa Johnson takes on Robotics Advisory Group adviser role
Robots

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Robots
Grubhub scores a drone food delivery first in New Jersey as it kicks off three month pilot
Drones
Grubhub scores a drone food delivery first in New Jersey as it kicks off three month pilot
Drones

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Drones
Ireland first as Uber connects with Manna for first European launch of drone delivery service
Drones
Ireland first as Uber connects with Manna for first European launch of drone delivery service
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Drones

TRENDING: ESLs

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Grocery retailer INTERSPAR rolls out Vusion electronic shelf labels across stores in Austria
ESLs
Grocery retailer INTERSPAR rolls out Vusion electronic shelf labels across stores in Austria
ESLs

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ESLs
United Food and Commercial Workers International Union slams Walmart's big ESLs move
ESLs
United Food and Commercial Workers International Union slams Walmart's big ESLs move
ESLs

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ESLs
SPAR International keeps faith with SOLUM as it continues ESLs and digital signage tie up
ESLs
SPAR International keeps faith with SOLUM as it continues ESLs and digital signage tie up
ESLs

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ESLs
First for travel retailer Relay down under as it taps Vusion electronic shelf labels for new store
ESLs
First for travel retailer Relay down under as it taps Vusion electronic shelf labels for new store
ESLs

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ESLs
Pricer loses ESLs exclusivity agreement with Carrefour as retailer inks deal with Vusion
ESLs
Pricer loses ESLs exclusivity agreement with Carrefour as retailer inks deal with Vusion
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ESLs
Belgian retailer Extra Shop set to deploy Vusion platform and ESLs across 1,700 plus stores
ESLs
Belgian retailer Extra Shop set to deploy Vusion platform and ESLs across 1,700 plus stores
ESLs

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ESLs
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