Hanshow, world leader in connected electronic labels, takes a new step in retail innovation with the BuyBoost PAD, capable of transforming any store trolley into a connected device via a simple plug system & play. Unveiled in preview at the Tech For Retail show, November 26 and 27, in Paris.
Adaptable to all existing forklift fleets, The BuyBoost PAD is aimed at distributors of all sizes and in all sectors. This touch screen integrating AI allows you to personalize and streamline the purchasing experience, save time and control your budget. It is designed to transform any shopping cart into a smart connected device, improving both the customer experience and operational efficiency of stores. The BuyBoost PAD easily attaches to existing carts. Stored on a super-fast charging shelf (60 minutes), this device is equipped with a touch screen, a barcode reader and visual sensor cameras for smooth interaction. Concretely, the customer unlocks the BuyBoost PAD at the entrance to the store and attaches it to their cart via a simple plug system & play. He can then scan his items as he goes shopping, track your expenses in real time and benefit from personalized recommendations and promotions, adapted to their consumption habits, thanks to the AI-based shopping assistant.
The future of in-store shopping
The use of Hanshow electronic labels coupled with the BuyBoost PAD facilitates navigation throughout the store thanks to real-time identification of product locations and cart geolocation, making the experience more fluid and intuitive. For employees, this technology will be able to simplify inventory and restocking management in particular, sending alerts when stock levels are low. It will facilitate price updates without manual intervention, thus reducing errors and improving their daily efficiency.
An inclusive and sustainable solution
Thanks to this technological device, all paper labels are deleted, even for weighing fruits and vegetables : everything is done directly via the reader which scans the barcode on the scale screen. The BuyBoost PAD also helps reduce food waste by offering consumers foods with a short shelf life., a promotion, in order to better control your budget. It promotes accessibility for people with disabilities thanks to a guided route and clear visual notifications. Employee side, improving in-store flows and customer empowerment frees up time for less repetitive tasks.
Tested at Australian distributor Woolworths
Woolworths, Australian retail giant, was the first to deploy Hanshow’s BuyBoost PAD. Following a pilot project in 10 Woolworths stores, customers were able to test 500 BuyBoost PADs from August 2024. The results are clear : a reduction in checkout times of 15 to 20% was noted. Customers equipped with the cart equipped with the BuyBoost PAD do not queue at traditional checkouts, but go self-service and do not need to take out their items. Customers also saw better control of their budget with the display of expenses and personalized suggestions for discounted products. For points of sale, the data collected allows analysis of purchasing behavior to adjust marketing strategies. The BuyBoost PAD gives them the possibility of monetizing the advertisements broadcast on the touch screen to increase its profitability.
