Wakefern Food Corp. tests out Simbe Robotics Tally technology

Wakefern Food Corp., the largest retailer owned cooperative in the US, has announced a pilot with Simbe Robotics to deploy its business intelligence solution, Tally, at stores.

Tally autonomously roams store aisles up to three times per day, leveraging computer vision technology to collect shelf data that ensures products are in-stock, in the correct location, and accurately priced on the sales floor.

“We’re committed to providing our customers best-in-class grocery shopping experiences,” says Charles J. McWeeney, VP, Technology, Innovation & Strategy at Wakefern Food Corp.

“Tally’s technology is another tool to help our store operations and staff while creating new opportunities to maximise customer satisfaction.”

“The retail industry is facing a unique and unprecedented set of challenges, and companies must thoughtfully adopt technology to address those challenges while continuing to provide a stellar level of service that customers expect,” says Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder and CEO at Simbe Robotics.

“Tally is a cost-effective solution that supports the work of store teams and enhances the retail experience for associates and customers.”

Trigo

Earlier this year, Israel-based computer vision startup Trigo announced a partnership with Wakefern Food Corp.

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 added: “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," said 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."

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