Trigo and SAP agree automated retail tie up

Autonomous stores venture Trigo has announced a partnership with SAP.

“Integrating SAP systems with our in-store automation and data capabilities will bring a new world of unique value to our clients,” says Michael Gabay, pictured above left, Chief Executive Officer at Trigo.

“This partnership will further enable the transformation of seamless checkout and in-store operations and provide a best in class customer experience.”

Further details on the tie up here. 

Wakefern Food Corp

Earlier this month, Trigo announced a partnership with Wakefern Food Corp., the largest retailer owned cooperative in the US which owns and operates 257 supermarkets under the ShopRite and PriceRite banner.

In a LinkedIn post, Trigo said: “This year we will help Wakefern convert and develop hi-tech store formats that are exclusive to their brands, accelerate their growth, and pave the way for frictionless shopping at US customers’ favourite supermarket brands across the eastern US seaboard.”

It adds: “Through this partnership, US-based independent retailers can compete with multinational retailers and global tech giants alike on cutting-edge shopping experiences.”

"With Trigo's frictionless technology, Wakefern Food Corp. is opening up access to cutting edge innovation for our members," commented Charlie McWeeney, VP of Technology, Innovation, & Strategy, Wakefern Food Corp.

"We are excited to pilot its solution and offer our consumers the ultimate in checkout convenience."