Including Nextail, MishiPay, and Pricer: RTIH brings you last week’s biggest retail technology plays at a glance
RTIH rounds up the stand out retail systems deals, launches, deployments and pilots from the past seven days. Including Flying Tiger Copenhagen UAE, MishiPay, Deliveroo, The Conran Shop, Shopify, Jules, John Lewis Partnership, Boden, PetXL Group, Obsess, and Aptos.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen UAE
Flying Tiger Copenhagen UAE has launched MishiPay’s Scan & Go technology and Self-Checkout Kiosk system at the Dubai Hills Mall.
The former allows shoppers to use their mobile phones to scan and pay for items while bypassing traditional checkouts. Simultaneously, MishiPay’s self-checkout kiosks are on offer.
Mustafa Khanwala, CEO at MishiPay, comments: "We're incredibly proud to partner with Flying Tiger UAE in introducing our cutting-edge retail solutions in Dubai Hills Mall.”
“The successful adoption rate of over 50% in the first week is a clear indicator that customers are ready for and appreciate the convenience of these new retail technologies. We look forward to expanding our collaboration and bringing this seamless shopping experience to more stores."
Deliveroo
By leveraging Fivetran’s automated data integration platform, Deliveroo says it has been able to centralise data from multiple HR, finance, marketing and productivity tools, speeding up decision making while also freeing up time for its team of engineers to focus on strategic business initiatives.
Filco Supermarkets
Henderson Technology installed its first electronic shelf edge labels (ESEL) into Smyth’s EUROSPAR in Ballymoney in 2019 and five years later the EPoS company has grown this to one million labels in over 220 convenience and forecourt stores, the latest of which being Filco Supermarkets.
The ESELs are integrated into Henderson Technology’s EPoS system, EDGEPoS.
The Conran Shop
The Conran Shop has launched a new e-commerce site on Shopify’s platform.
In a LinkedIn post, Richard Voyce, Director of Technology at The Conran Shop, said: “What an exciting day for The Conran Shop... we've launched our fabulous new Shopify site - another leap forward in our transformation journey. Huge thanks to the digital and creative teams involved and our brilliant partner, Unified.”
Jules
French menswear retailer, Jules, has selected Nextail to transform in-season merchandising processes through AI driven demand forecasting and decision automation.
Nextail will look to drive enhanced allocation and replenishment across Jules’s 550 stores in France and abroad.
John Lewis Partnership
Foundever has announced a five-year extension of its contract with John Lewis Partnership.
The two firms have worked together for 17 years.
With over 1,000 dedicated associates globally, Foundever provides omnichannel support for the John Lewis Partnership – which entails both the John Lewis and Waitrose brands – covering voice, email, digital channels and back office operations.
Luca Faloni
Voyado, a Swedish retail technology platform, has secured a new partnership with luxury menswear brand Luca Faloni.
The company will be working with Voyado to focus on combining customer interactions and building customer loyalty.
A key element of the partnership will be ensuring easy integration with its existing Point of Sale system.
BJS
Scurri, a delivery management platform, has announced a partnership with BJS, a family run, two person home delivery specialist.
Based out of the Midlands, BJS specialises in a service covering the whole of the UK mainland for homeware retailers, including Richer Sounds, Wayfair, Bed Kingdom and Beyond Retail.
By running its own fleet of vans and drivers, BJS retains full control over the end-to-end delivery process,
It powers its logistics, distribution and warehousing operations with in-house software - working closely with its partners to understand their operational challenges and utilising its technology to explore new efficiencies through automation and to deliver the best service possible.
Liberty London
Liberty London is renewing its partnership with Aptos for store technology and customer experience solutions.
Specifically, the retailer will deploy the latest versions of Aptos’ Store POS and CRM applications and migrate the software delivery from on-premises to SaaS.
It says that this will enable it to unlock real-time personalisation and offer even more seamless interactions between associates and shoppers at its Regent Street store.
PetXL Group
PetXL Group, a Norwegian specialty retailer for pet food and accessories, is partnering with RELEX Solutions, a provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions.
It says it will tap RELEX technology to improve the overall forecasting and replenishment process and provide visibility into the performance of its retail operations.
PetXL Group operates within Scandinavia, with 15 stores and a distribution centre.
Boden
Boden is in the midst of a move to Shopify’s digital platform.
In a LinkedIn post, Simon Hamblin, Co-founder at fusefabric, said: “Heading into Boden’s offices this morning, to continue their digital transformation to Shopify.”
“We're gearing up for a couple of full on days with the awesome team at Boden, from mastering Shopify Flow to handling Returns & Refunds, sorting out Payments, and tackling Backorders – it's all on our radar.”
“We're deep into this journey with Boden, it's challenging, no doubt, but that's what makes it exciting! The Boden team is with us, ready to face the hurdles, and it's this shared drive through the tough spots that truly energises our partnership.”
“And of course, all work and no play isn't our style. We've got an evening out planned with the Boden team - a chance to unwind, connect on a personal level, and recharge our batteries for the exciting times ahead.”
Hamblin concluded: “This journey with Boden is a true partnership, a shared digital transformation towards Shopify. We're genuinely humbled and excited to be part of this collaborative path, looking forward to the fantastic experiences that lie ahead together.”
Maxi D
Pricer has inked a framework agreement for the last quarter of 2023 and 2024 with Maxi Di, a retail group within Selex Group, and Pricer’s partner IBC.
“We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Maxi Di, who already uses Pricer’s in-store solution in more than 50 large format stores, has chosen to enhance and solidify its digitalisation journey by embracing additional innovative solutions from Pricer,” says Michael Cacciatore, Country Manager at Pricer Italy.
“This agreement represents a noteworthy advancement in the ongoing evolution of digitalisation within the retail sector.”
Alo Yoga
Alo Yoga has launched alo Sanctuary, pitched as the first wellness driven shopping app for Apple Vision Pro, the new spatial computer from Apple that made its debut last week.
e.l.f. Cosmetics
e.l.f. Cosmetics has launched one of the first beauty shopping apps for Apple Vision Pro, the new spatial computer from Apple that blends digital content with the physical space around you.
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