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Smart Shopping Cart Initiatives

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These Cust2Mate Smart Carts are Arriving at Morton Williams

— June 1, 2023 — Business
These Cust2Mate smart carts from the A2Z Smart Technologies Corp. are being rolled out by Morton Williams in the New York metropolitan area following a successful pilot project. A total of 100 75-liter carts that have been specially designed will be deployed into supermarkets in urban areas and will enable shoppers to quickly pick up essentials. The carts are equipped with a display at the handlebars that shoppers can interact with and can be set by the retailer to show pertinent information like sales or discounts presently available.

Morton Williams CEO Avi Kaner commented on the launch of the Cust2Mate smart carts saying, "By incorporating innovative technology into our operations, we are better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our customers, saving them time and money. We believe that this partnership with A2Z Cust2Mate will further strengthen our competitive edge in the market.”
Trend Themes
1. Smart Shopping Carts - The development of smart shopping carts with interactive displays for quick and easy shopping creates an opportunity for retailers to enhance customer experience and gain a competitive edge.
2. In-store Automation - The trend towards automation in brick and mortar stores, such as smart shopping carts, presents an opportunity for businesses to streamline operations, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
3. Retail Technology - The incorporation of technology in retail, such as smart shopping carts, provides an opportunity for businesses to stay relevant and meet the evolving needs of their customers.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - The retail industry has an opportunity to enhance the shopping experience and gain a competitive edge by implementing smart shopping carts with interactive displays.
2. Technology - The technology industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the demand for smart shopping carts and other in-store automation products, providing new revenue streams and avenues for growth.
3. Consumer Goods - The development of smart shopping carts presents an opportunity for consumer goods companies to collaborate with retailers and leverage innovative solutions to increase sales and improve customer engagement.
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