🦾 AI That Works in the Background Is Reshaping Retail

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🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?

Retailers are betting on AI tools that stay out of sight — from real-time shelf tracking to predictive inventory tools. These behind-the-scenes technologies don’t aim to wow shoppers but to make the entire system faster, smarter, and more efficient. The new focus is on invisible intelligence, not flashy robots. Read more.

🧙 Retail Masterclass

Cantaloupe is investing big in unattended retail — vending machines and kiosks powered by data, mobile pay, and AI. Their strategy speaks to younger consumers who expect fast, tech-enabled shopping without lines or staff. The company is also integrating personalization features to make each purchase feel customized.

💡 An Everyday Market Hack

To move excess inventory, pair underperforming products with bestsellers in value packs. This improves sell-through rates while clearing out older stock. Use shelf signs or app-based alerts to promote these combos — it’s simple, fast, and effective.

🧐 Shopper Insights

Costco’s eCommerce sales jumped 20.7% in April, driven by household goods and food. But the company admits it still trails peers in digital efficiency and plans to invest more in fulfillment. Shoppers are showing demand, but expectations for fast, smooth delivery are only rising.

Retail Innovation

🏷️ Featured Brand - Ashworth Golf

Ashworth Golf is tapping into the sport’s rising popularity with a fresh mix of classic polos, performance fabrics, and everyday wear. The brand’s growing visibility across online platforms and golf communities is helping it find footing among both new and seasoned players.

🌱 Eco Trends

Plant-based meal kits are projected to quadruple in the U.S. by 2035, driven by consumer focus on health and sustainability. Retailers are responding by expanding freezer space and adding more vegan-friendly SKUs. This growth signals long-term demand for healthier, planet-conscious food options.

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