Ongoing tech investment: new self-scanning feature set to launch within Lidl Plus mobile app

Lidl GB is gearing up to launch a trial in four stores of a new self-scanning mobile app feature.

In a LinkedIn post, it said: “We’re building retail innovation into the heart of the Lidl experience. This September, we’re launching a new self-scanning feature within the Lidl Plus app - part of our ongoing investment in technology to make shopping easier, faster, and more flexible for our customers.”

People will be able to scan as they shop, track spend and savings in real-time, and checkout faster via self-service. This is launching first through a friends and family trial across four stores – with a full roll-out to follow next year.

“This isn’t a one off update. It’s the next step in a much bigger plan,” Lidl GB said. “From self-checkouts to loyalty led digital tools, we’re rethinking the entire in-store experience - and investing for the long-term to bring our customers more choice, more control, and more convenience.”

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

In-store technology 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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