Retail is evolving rapidly and autonomous retail is at the forefront of this transformation. This innovative approach eliminates traditional checkouts and long lines, offering a seamless, convenient shopping experience powered by cutting-edge technology.
What is Autonomous Retail?
Autonomous retail leverages advanced technologies such as AI, computer vision, and sensors to create a self-sufficient shopping environment.
In these stores, customers can simply walk in, pick up their desired items, and leave without the need to stand in line or interact with a cashier.
The technology tracks their selections and automatically charges them as they exit, making shopping faster and more efficient.
Redefining Convenience in Autonomous Retail
Together with Sensei, we are raising the bar and setting a new standard for convenience and efficiency in the retail sector.
As a leading Portuguese innovator, Sensei is transforming the autonomous store industry. Their solutions harness the power of state-of-the-art computer vision, advanced sensors, and AI algorithms, delivering a frictionless, cashier-free shopping experience.
“Teaming up with Sensei, we are on a mission to revolutionize autonomous retail technology. No initial charges in stores, no app downloads, and no personal info sharing; our solution eliminates the need for customers to use traditional self-checkouts.” -Michael Isaacman, CCO at Shift4
“At Sensei, we believe in shaping the future of retail by seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technology with the simplicity customers crave. Our partnership with Shift4 marks the beginning of a retail revolution, where convenience meets innovation.” -Vasco Portugal, CEO at Sensei.
Simplified Shopping Experience
Sensei’s innovative technology uses a sophisticated combination of cameras, AI, and high-precision sensors to accurately track customer selections in real time. This data is seamlessly integrated with Shift4’s payment platform, providing a unified solution that simplifies the entire shopping experience from entry to exit.
- Easy Entry: No more app downloads, registrations, or login credentials. Convenience at its finest—customers simply tap their card or phone to enter the store.
- Barrier-Free Shopping: Inside the store, shoppers can pick up their desired items without any immediate charges.
- Seamless Exit: When customers leave, the system automatically calculates the amount to be charged, ensuring they only see a single transaction on their statement.
Benefits for Shoppers
- Privacy-First Approach: Customers can shop without worrying about biometrics or facial recognition. The system respects their privacy.
- Effortless Shopping: No lines, no waiting. Just grab and go.
- Accurate Billing: The system ensures that customers are only charged for the items they take, with a single transaction appearing on their statement.
- Round-the-Clock Convenience: Stores can operate 24/7, providing a reliable and convenient shopping experience at any time.
Benefits for Retailers
- Quick Onboarding: New products can be onboarded rapidly, sometimes as quickly as the next day, thanks to optimized neural network training.
- Real-Time Inventory Management: AI-powered insights help streamline inventory management, ensuring that stock levels are always optimized.
- Comprehensive Customer Insights: Retailers gain valuable insights into customer behavior, helping them tailor their offerings and improve the shopping experience.
- Multi-National Reach: Our solution supports multiple countries, currencies, and channels, making it highly scalable for retailers with an international presence.
Unified Commerce Made Simple
At Shift4, we aim to make payments brilliantly simple for both in-person and online shopping. Our partnership with Sensei takes this mission a step further by revolutionizing autonomous retail technology. To learn more, visit https://www.shift4.com/