The retail technology space in a coronavirus hit world

Retail Technology Innovation Hub rounds up the key retail systems related Covid-19 developments from last week.

Domino’s UK and Ireland has launched a new app for Android and Apple users.

New features include light and dark mode views for greater functionality, Google and Apple Pay integration, and a time saving reordering feature.

ChargeBox has partnered with Bluewater to offer shoppers free mobile device charging.

The Kent-based shopping centre is the first retail destination in Europe to deploy ChargeBox’s Fast Charge technology which, the company claims, is up to four times faster than most shoppers are used to at home.

UK shoppers feel coronavirus restrictions, such as mask wearing and social distancing, will need to be in place in retail settings for the long-term, according to research from Sensormatic Solutions.

Headless content management system venture Contentstack has raised $57.5 million in Series B financing.

Oversubscribed and overjoyed. We’re excited to announce a $57.5 million series B financing! Thanks @insightpartners, @IlluminateFM, @GingerBreadCap
and new investor, Georgian Partners.https://t.co/9OiKXl5zBF
— Contentstack (@Contentstack) June 9, 2021

Go Instore reports that its live video solution has remained popular despite the option to return to stores since lockdown restrictions eased in the UK.

In the first four weeks of physical shopping reopening, the offering has seen over 2.4 million unique visitors as customers continue to venture online.

The coronavirus powered shift away from the UK high street opens up a £74.6 billion potential revenue opportunity for online retailers, according to research from emerchantpay.

UK-based omnichannel retail software solutions venture Itim Group has announced its intention to float on London’s AIM market.

The company, which helps retailers improve financial and operational performance, is seeking to raise between £10 million and £12 million in an IPO.

UK retail sales were buoyant in May thanks to the reopening of hospitality, coupled with the afterglow of non-essential stores returning to action.

According to research from BRC and KPMG, total sales increased by 10% in May (Yo2Y), against a decline of 2.7% in May 2019 (YoY). This is above the three month average growth of 8.5% (Yo2Y).