The longstanding retail giant undergoes a second evolution by adopting the Cloudpick AI unmanned retail solution

Customer requirements

Established in February 2001, Alldays, a veteran convenience store brand, once set records such as "150 stores opened in 225 days" and "1000 stores opened in 990 days," becoming a symbol of the rapid development in the convenience store industry. Even after 2020, it continues to rank among the top four in Shanghai, the highly competitive "convenience store city," by strategically placing stores in every corner, seamlessly integrating into people's daily lives.

However, speed is not the sole indicator defining its entire developmental journey. With the younger generation becoming the main consumer force, there has been a shift in consumer habits. People no longer solely pursue cost-effectiveness but also show interest in factors like convenience and quality.

As cutting-edge technologies such as AI, big data, and IoT continue to integrate into the retail landscape, this established brand has developed a new understanding of the convenience store concept. By introducing Cloudpick's AI unmanned retail solution, Alldays aims to embark on a second evolution, adapting to the changing consumer landscape.

Cloudpick Solution

"Providing people with more time to enjoy life" is the mission of Alldays. "Elevating human well-being" is the mission of Cloudpick Technology. Both share a common perspective on offline retail: centered around "convenience" but extending beyond mere convenience.

In store design, the aim is twofold. Firstly, leveraging the power of AI to simplify the shopping process, allowing fast-paced urban dwellers to save time on unnecessary steps. Secondly, incorporating more human care, focusing on the "social anxiety," "full awareness of epidemic prevention," and the "refusal of takeout" – addressing the "quirks" of the younger generation. This innovative convenience store format aims to convey emotional solace and warmth from life on a spiritual level.

Utilizing Cloudpick's AI digitized solution based on advanced technologies such as AI computer vision, deep learning, and multi-sensor fusion:

• Cloudpick AI Smart Unmanned Store: Based on computer vision, machine learning, and multi-sensor fusion technology, it accurately recognizes customer actions and product information, enabling automatic settlement upon exit. This creates a new shopping experience distinct from RFID technology and self-checkout.

• Cloudpick Store Digitized Management System: Operators can monitor store operations in real-time, place online orders, adjust prices, set promotions, and receive alerts for out-of-stock items. This system enables remote store management, providing a comprehensive solution for store owners.

Result

On November 11, 2021, the Alldays "Future Store" made its debut in the lobby of Tower A, Saint Noah Building.

Grab and Go, Frictionless Shopping

Based on the Cloudpick AI system, the store can accurately recognize customers' shopping behaviors and product information. The items picked up by customers are automatically added to the virtual shopping cart associated with that customer, and returning items are synchronized to be removed, providing real-time insights into their purchases.

Therefore, even in situations where people are in a hurry to get to work or during peak lunchtime hours, nearby office workers can quickly enter the store by scanning their face or QR code. After making their selections, they can walk out of the gate, complete the payment, and experience the convenience of contactless payment without worrying about long queues at the checkout or the need for manual scanning of items for self-checkout.

Open 24/7, "Recharge" Anytime

Thanks to the interconnection of various intelligent IoT devices such as shelves, coffee machines, and bag dispensers, the store can easily achieve 24/7 operation with automated control. Store managers can access business and sales information online at any time. In case of stockouts, a simple alert through smart earphones ensures timely replenishment to maintain product availability.

Even during late-night overtime when other convenience stores are closed, white-collar workers can quickly replenish energy here, finding tranquility after navigating the rush of work.

Curated SKUs, No Compromise

Through services like pick-and-place analysis and area heat mapping, store managers not only have access to final sales data but also gain insights into the entire decision-making process of customers. With a precise understanding of the preferences of urban white-collar workers, the selection and display of products are optimized accordingly.

Whether you're looking to pick up some bread and milk for a nutritious breakfast, grab a yogurt to freshen up after lunch, or indulge in some sweets during the bland afternoon, you'll find almost everything you desire. Feel free to choose; you can't go wrong.

Food Safety + Epidemic Prevention, 360° Safeguard

In terms of food safety, Alldays "Future Store" employs a complete set of electronic price tags, and the backend intelligent system keeps track of product inventory in real time, ensuring "traceable sources" for all products.

Addressing the current pandemic situation, the "100% touchless" payment method and the "instant limit of 15 customers at a time" crowd control effectively eliminate the potential risk of virus spread due to crowd gathering or interaction throughout the entire shopping process, providing a convenient and secure consumer experience.

Beyond the unmanned cashier and unattended area, Alldays "Future Store" also features a manned area. As the saying goes, "The warmth of human life touches the heart the most." The array of delicious foods such as oden, tea eggs, buns, soy milk, coffee, sausages, and the sincere smiles of the staff create a warm and comforting atmosphere, healing both the stomach and the heart—where all worries find solace.

Customer Testimonial

"After witnessing the grand opening on the first day of the trial operation, the responsible individuals at Alldays expressed a high level of recognition for the practical value of Cloudpick's AI unmanned retail solution. They even selected a location for the second 'Future Store.'"