Simbe lays claim to retail technology company first as new Tally Spot solution enters beta phase in US stores

Simbe has announced what is pitched as the next step in its journey to power the single source of truth for store intelligence with the launch of Tally Spot.

It claims that this addition to its multimodal Store Intelligence platform, which is in beta in US stores, makes it the first and only retail technology company to combine computer vision, RFID, and now fixed sensors.

In a LinkedIn post, Brad Bogolea, Co-founder and CEO at Simbe, said: "Since launching the world’s first autonomous item scanning robot, Tally, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our retail partners’ needs. Tally Spot now complements Tally’s storewide coverage with higher frequency monitoring in select high turnover, high theft, and high value areas. It is in beta in stores nationwide."

He added: "This milestone underscores our retail partners’ drive for innovation and their trust in Simbe to design the capabilities for stores of 2035. Together, we’re improving shoppers’ and store teams’ experiences while helping retailers evolve their operating model in this modern age. To our incredible product, web, design, engineering, and commercial teams, thank you for your relentless focus and hard work in advancing our mission.”

2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Automation was a key focus area at the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering.