It’s Auf Wiedersehen Aldi Nord as store computer vision specialist Christian Bock departs for new challenge

Dr. Christian Bock is departing Aldi Nord where he held the position of Team Lead Store Computer Vision.

He took on that role earlier this year, having previously been Team Lead Self-Service Checkout & Cashless Payment at the retailer.

Bock has also worked at companies including REWE Digital and Telefónica Germany.

In a LinkedIn post, he said: “After a wonderful and eventful four years and six months, I say goodbye to Aldi Nord and start a new professional challenge in the summer.”

“The time was characterised by super exciting tasks where I was able to grow and learn every day. I will never forget the numerous successes that we have achieved together and those that are already in the pipeline.”

He added: “Above all, I would like to thank my wonderful colleagues, my superiors and top management, who made this time something very special for me. Your commitment, your willingness to help and your always positive mindset have inspired me anew every day and made every day a special pleasure for me.”

“Thank you for the great cooperation, the many, many unforgettable moments and the great trust placed in me. I will miss you all very much!”

He concluded: “Of course, I don't leave without melancholy. Aldi Nord has been like a second home for me in recent years. Nevertheless, I am looking forward to the new tasks that lie ahead of me. All the best for you and Aldi Nord! You keep rocking it!”

Bock declined to tell RTIH where his next challenge lies, but did say that he will remain in the retail sector and that his new job starts in August.

ALDI SHOP & GO STORE

At the tail end of last year, Aldi Nord redesigned its Trigo and shopreme powered Aldi Shop & Go store in the Dutch city of Utrecht.

Bock commented at the time: “We are delighted to announce that we have taken another significant step towards an innovative and forward looking development, both technologically and business wise.”

“Our team takes immense pride in the redesign of our test store in Utrecht. Over the past year and a half, we've learned a great deal collaboratively with our customers, and it fills us with pride to incorporate these insights directly into the store's transformation.”

He added: “We are particularly excited to share that we have made the store even more appealing in accordance with our customers’ preferences.”

“Through the harmonisation of computer vision and artificial intelligence, not only has the product assortment been subtly repositioned, but we have also revolutionised the checkout process.”

“This groundbreaking integration of technologies allows us to embark on entirely new paths, fundamentally enhancing the shopping experience from product selection to payment.”