Carrefour makes digitalisation of stores a priority as it tests VusionGroup EdgeSense tech in hypermarket

Carrefour says that the digitalisation of stores is a priority, and this includes a partnership with VusionGroup.

“At VivaTech, we announced a partnership with VusionGroup to deploy EdgeSense technology, a first in Europe,” says Emmanuel Grenier, Executive Director E-commerce, Data and Digital Transformation at Carrefour.

“Already tested in our Villabé hypermarket, this solution is based on: AI and computer vision to ensure shelves are always full; Product geolocation to simplify the customer journey; Ultra-accurate data to guide our teams in real-time.”

He adds: “This partnership marks a key step in the modernisation of our stores and brings immediate benefits for our customers, our employees and our operational performance.”

Carrefour is the first major European grocer to adopt the tech, following its deployment by Walmart in the US. EdgeSense delivers real-time shelf monitoring, stockout detection, pricing compliance and precise product geolocation.

At the hypermarket in Villabé, France, approximately 70,000 electronic shelf labels, 500 cameras, and 7,000 EdgeSense rails have been installed, with a second site due to launch soon.

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Digitalisation of stores will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards, which are now open for entries, 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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