# Expedited Grocer Consumers seek innovative ways to streamline their in-store experience. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Jun 6, 2017 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/expedited-grocer ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.9/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Expedited Grocer trend? **Expedited Grocer:** Looking for a speedier approach to buying groceries in-store, consumers are turning to solutions that promote a faster shopping experience and less time spent browsing/paying. Stores providing curated offerings and faster checkouts that mimic the ease of online grocers are drawing in time-crunched consumers, while apps that help simplify the shopping experience empower consumers to shop connected to reap more rewards and gamify their grocery experience. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 21, 2016 to Jan 25, 2018 - Published: Jun 6, 2017 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Expedited Grocer trend ### Convenient In-Store Checkout As consumers prioritize convenience, retailers can consider implementing faster checkout methods and more user-friendly checkout processes. ### Mobile Payment Systems As mobile technology advances, retailers can develop or partner with mobile payment systems to appeal to consumers looking for faster, more efficient payment methods. ### Smart Grocery Carts As individuals seek more personalized in-store experiences, retailers can consider implementing smart grocery carts to assist customers as they navigate stores and help to increase basket size. ## What the Expedited Grocer trend means for industry ### For Retail Grocery Innovations in checkout and payment processes, store navigation, and personalized experiences can disrupt the retail grocery industry. ### For Mobile Technology The rise of mobile payment systems is an example of the disruption mobile technology is causing in the retail industry. ### For Artificial Intelligence As smart grocery carts and other AI-powered solutions gain popularity in-store, retailers can leverage AI in other aspects of retail, such as personalized marketing and product recommendations. ## Workshop question How can your brand create a more streamlined process for consumers? ## Trend signals for Expedited Grocer Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 61%, activity 46%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 61% - Activity: 46% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Expedited Grocer trend 6 featured examples from Jan 21, 2016 to Jan 25, 2018. - [Emoji-Based Supermarket Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewe): The New Rewe App Allows Customers to Search for Items by Emoji (Category: Tech) Implication: Grocery retailers can embrace the use of emoji-based shopping apps to enhance customer convenience and satisfaction. - [Express Grocery Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/express-store): Sobeys' Unveiled a New Express Store Concept in Nova Scotia (Category: Business) Implication: Innovative retail concepts and express grocery stores have the potential to disrupt the traditional supermarket model and create new shopping experiences. - [Drive-Through Grocers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazonfresh-pickup): AmazonFresh Pickup is Opening Its First Location in Seattle (Category: Business) Implication: Grocery retailers should consider investing in convenient, tech-driven services like drive-through options to keep up with changing consumer demands and stay competitive. - [Grocery Payment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/payqwiq): Tesco Shoppers May Now Use the PayQwiq App to Pay for Purchases Up to £250 (Category: Tech) Implication: Retailers can create their own payment apps like 'PayQwiq' to minimize transaction costs and improve the shopping experience for customers. - [Tablet-Connected Shopping Carts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grocery-cart): Focal Systems' Grocery Cart Tech Assists Consumers with AI (Category: Tech) Implication: Retailers can leverage smart shopping cart technology to enhance the shopping experience and optimize sales. - [Smart Retail Grocery Lockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storage-lockers): Lotte Department Store and SK Telecom Launched In-Store Storage (Category: Business) Implication: Retail stores can leverage smart locker technology and interactive touchscreens to enhance the shopping experience. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)