Astra Tech, a retail technology innovation hub, has recently introduced the first autonomous B store at Abu Dhabi’s Sky Tower, equipped with AiFi AI technology. The store is designed to provide seamless cashier-less transactions, personalized recommendations, and an ultimate shopping experience without the hassle. Upon approaching the entry gate, customers are greeted with an ELO screen displaying the message Tap or scan to enter. Customers then have the option to tap their card using a PoS machine or pay using FacePay. After that, the ELO screen will start asking questions about the receipt. Selecting the desired option opens the gate and grants access to the store.
Once inside the store, customers can choose products at their leisure. On departure, customers receive a text message on their phone number, thanking them for their visit and notifying them that the receipt is being processed. Subsequent messages contain hyperlinks that the customer can click to view the receipt.
According to Astra Tech’s Autonomous E-commerce Director, Valeriya Thores, the store’s revolutionary integration of facial recognition technology demonstrates their commitment to revolutionizing the way people shop and providing unparalleled convenience and security. By making your face the ultimate payment method, Astra Tech’s vision has been to simplify your life and provide an exceptional shopping experience.
In a LinkedIn post, AiFi said: With AI technology at its core, the B store offers seamless cashier-less transactions and personalized recommendations tailored to each shopper’s tastes. We will provide you with a shopping experience without any hassle. Our state-of-the-art computer vision systems enable real-time product recognition, inventory management, and store operations optimization, ensuring a hassle-free experience for your customers.
Overall, the introduction of the first autonomous B store has provided a glimpse into the future of retail, promising ease, security, and convenience for shoppers. The use of facial recognition technology, personalized recommendations, and real-time product recognition systems is a step towards hassle-free shopping, satisfying the need for modern technology integrated into everyday life.
