Amazon Just Walk Out tech powered Hudson Nonstop store opens at Colorado Springs (COS) Airport

Another Hudson Nonstop store, powered by Amazon Just Walk Out technology, has opened its doors, this time at Colorado Springs (COS) Airport.

In a LinkedIn post, Harold T. Respass, Principal Technical Infrastructure Programme Manager - Just Walk Out, said: “I’ve officially led the launch of my 50th retail store powered by Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology: Hudson Nonstop Colorado Springs! (COS).”

“This marks the 18th Hudson Nonstop store, and I’m proud to have launched the last 16 of them. As an Implementation Manager, I oversee the end-to-end project management for third-party retailers adopting this game-changing technology. From initial planning to final execution, I work closely with our customers to integrate Just Walk Out into their operations, creating frictionless, innovative shopping experiences for travelers and shoppers alike.”

He added: “This work isn’t always easy - it takes strategy, collaboration, and a deep focus on execution. But seeing a store go live and watching customers walk in, grab what they need, and leave seamlessly? That’s what makes it all worth it.”

“A huge thank you to my team, our partners at Hudson, and everyone who plays a role in bringing these stores to life. And of course, a special shoutout to my incredible colleagues who build and refine this technology - your innovation and hard work make these seamless shopping experiences possible. Here’s to the next 50!”

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Checkout-free stores will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards. which will open for entries in March, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering. 

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