REWE Group's Lekkerland taps VusionGroup retail technology for roll-out of 24/7 smart kiosks in Germany

Lekkerland, REWE Group’s specialist in convenience solutions, has partnered with VusionGroup for a project involving its network of autonomous 24/7 smart kiosks that leverage self-checkout technology across Germany.

Located in clinics, workplaces, and public spaces, these mini-stores are now equipped with VusionGroup’s solutions, enabling GDPR compliant real-time shelf monitoring, cloud-based pricing, promotions, and stock management - all remotely controlled from Lekkerland’s headquarters in Frechen.

By integrating VusionGroup’s Cloud platform, digital price tags, and AI powered shelf monitoring technology, Lekkerland says that it gains complete visibility into every product on every shelf. The system enables pricing and promotion updates, accurate restocking alerts, and item level performance insights.

“The solutions from VusionGroup are our eyes inside the autonomous smart kiosks,” says Luca Heidari, Senior Roll-out Manager for Smart Store Development at Lekkerland. “They allow us to precisely manage restocking without having to be on-site.”

Implementation was across all pilot locations, with all new stores under this format now set to launch with VusionGroup’s solutions by default. Employees can assign new digital labels via handheld devices, with product and pricing information automatically synced from Lekkerland’s central merchandise management system, eliminating the need for physical interventions on-site. 

“We are proud to support Lekkerland in scaling its 24/7 smart kiosk model across Germany,” says Sébastien Fourcy, SEVP Europe at VusionGroup. “Our collaboration demonstrates how AI, IoT, and data driven automation can unlock new levels of efficiency, flexibility, and responsiveness in retail, even in unmanned formats. It’s a powerful example of how VusionGroup is transforming retail operations in real time.”

Following a pilot in Düsseldorf, the roll-out has now expanded nationwide, with further store openings planned throughout 2025.

RTIH AI in Retail Awards

RTIH, organiser of the industry leading RTIH Innovation Awards, proudly brings you the first edition of the RTIH AI in Retail Awards, which is now open for entries. 

As we witness a digital transformation revolution across all channels, AI tools are reshaping the omnichannel game, from personalising customer experiences to optimising inventory, uncovering insights into consumer behaviour, and enhancing the human element of retailers' businesses.

With 2025 set to be the year when AI and especially gen AI shake off the ‘heavily hyped’ tag and become embedded in retail business processes, our newly launched awards celebrate global technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world and the resulting benefits for retailers, shoppers and employees.

Our 2025 winners will be those companies who not only recognise the potential of AI, but also make it usable in everyday work - resulting in more efficiency and innovation in all areas.

Winners will be announced at an evening event at The Barbican in Central London on Wednesday, 3rd September.

This will kick off with a drinks reception in the stunning Conservatory, followed by a three course meal, and awards ceremony in the Garden Room.

Please email our Editor, Scott Thompson, if you have any questions or need further information: scott.thompson@retailtechinnovationhub.com

Key 2025 dates

Friday, 18th July: Award entry deadline 

Tuesday, 22nd July: 2025 finalists revealed

Wednesday, 23rd July - Friday, 8th August: Judging days

Wednesday, 3rd September: Winners announced at the 2025 RTIH AI in Retail Awards Ceremony, to be held at The Barbican in Central London.