Grocery chain Stop & Shop will launch driverless grocery vehicles, which will be supplied by partner Robomart, in Boston, U.S. by spring 2019

Briefing

Grocery chain Stop & Shop will launch driverless grocery vehicles, which will be supplied by partner Robomart, in Boston, U.S. by spring 2019

February 12, 2019

Briefing
  • Mobile Grocery Stores – Grocery chain Stop & Shop partnered with Robomart to launch driverless grocery vehicles to customers in Boston, U.S. by spring 2019
  • Merchandise – Vehicle will sell fruits and vegetables, pre-packaged meals, and other convenience store items
  • App-Enabled – Customers can use smartphone app to summon grocery vehicle
  • Automatic Checkout – Through RFID (radio-frequency identification) and computer vision technology, vehicle counts purchases made and e-mails receipt to customer within seconds
  • Remotely Operated – Vehicle will be controlled from remote Robomart facility for now, though they are autonomous and electric
  • Restocking – Mobile stores will be restocked with goods to ensure fresh selections are available for purchase

Accelerator
Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Transportation and Mobility

Market Disruption
Customized, On-Demand Offerings, Innovation Partnerships, Next-Generation Logistics, Seamless Multi-Channel Experiences

Business Model and Practices

Business Model
and Practices
Evolved Distribution Channels, Innovative Partnerships

Sector
Transportation and Logistics, Wholesale and Retail Trade

Function
Sales and Distribution Channels

Organization
Robomart Inc., Stop & Shop LLC

Source

Original Publication Date
January 16, 2019

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