Instacart's AI-powered smart shopping carts, Caper Carts, are being enhanced with a new way for CPG brands to advertise in-store, ultimately enhancing the product discovery process for shoppers. As they add items to their smart cart, shoppers will be supported with relevant personalized recommendations based on what they add to their cart.
On Caper Carts, shoppers will soon be served dynamic ads from CPG brand partners such as Del Monte Foods, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, and General Mills. For example, a shopper might see a creative banner calling their attention to a limited-edition Chocolate Strawberry Cheerios from General Mills for Valentine's Day.
Instacart is introducing this as a first-of-its-kind advertising opportunity to directly connect with its customers "who, on average, spend more than 30 minutes shopping in-store with a Caper Cart."
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Trend Themes
1. AI-powered Smart Shopping Carts - The integration of AI technology in smart shopping carts is revolutionizing the shopping experience by providing personalized recommendations.
2. In-store Advertising - Using smart shopping carts as a platform for in-store advertising presents a new opportunity for CPG brands to engage with customers at the point of purchase.
3. Personalized Product Discovery - The use of AI-powered smart carts to deliver relevant and personalized recommendations enhances the product discovery process for shoppers.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Technology - The integration of AI in shopping carts creates opportunities for retailers to deliver a more personalized and engaging shopping experience.
2. Digital Advertising - In-store advertising on smart shopping carts offers new avenues for CPG brands to connect with customers and communicate their brand messages effectively.
3. Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) - The partnership between Caper Carts and CPG brands enables targeted advertising and personalized product suggestions to shoppers, increasing brand awareness and sales.