# Post-POS Purchasing Retail tech innovations design a wholly convenient shopping experience. By [Rebecca Byers](https://www.trendhunter.com/becbyers), Insights Research at Trend Hunter | Published Dec 14, 2016 | Category: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/business-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/postpos-purchasing ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.4/10 - Evidence articles: 10 ## What is the Post-POS Purchasing trend? **Post-POS Purchasing:** Beyond cashless payments and iBeacon systems, in-store tech innovations are emerging that challenge convention regarding all aspects of the shopping experience, in some cases even questioning the need for a point-of-sale interaction at all. In addition to highlighting the consumer focus on reclaiming time whenever possible, this progression speaks to the collective acceptance of the growing role of the Internet of Things in redefining experiences in spaces outside of the home and office spaces. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 10 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 22, 2015 to Apr 21, 2018 - Published: Dec 14, 2016 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Post-POS Purchasing trend ### Automated Checkout Technologies that automate the checkout experience, including self-checkout apps, automated fitting rooms, and autonomous and staffless convenience stores, create opportunities for retail businesses to increase efficiency while reducing operating costs. ### Mobile Checkout Retailers are looking to cut costs and compete with other discount retailers by introducing mobile checkout options, like Sainsbury's 'SmartShop' and Co-op's 'Frictionless Shopping Experience,' that allow customers to conveniently scan items on their mobile devices, reducing long lines and freeing up valuable retail space. ### Innovative Storefronts Stores like the Amazon Go Store, Walmart's 'Check Out with Me,' and Irispay’s self-service store, along with their incorporation of advanced technologies like computer vision and sensor fusion, point to a future in which the retail experience is streamlined and largely automated. ## What the Post-POS Purchasing trend means for industry ### For Retail Retailers will benefit from adopting innovative technologies that automate the checkout experience, introduce mobile checkout options, and revolutionize storefronts, improving efficiency and reducing operating costs. ### For Technology The development of automated checkout systems and mobile checkout apps points to the continued importance of technology in the retail industry. ### For Consumer Electronics The incorporation of advanced technologies like computer vision and sensor fusion in automated checkout systems and smart storefronts represents a significant opportunity for consumer electronics businesses working in this area. ## Workshop question When it comes to making a purchase, how can your brand use technology to reduce the steps and simplify the entire process? ## Trend signals for Post-POS Purchasing Trend score 5.4 out of 10, from popularity 83%, activity 73%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 83% - Activity: 73% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Post-POS Purchasing trend 10 featured examples from Sep 22, 2015 to Apr 21, 2018. - [Self-Serve Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-service-store): Irispay's "E-Concept Store" in Malaysia is a Self-Service Store (Category: Tech) Implication: The retail industry can benefit from the implementation of unstaffed self-service stores, as it enables extended hours of operation and reduces labor costs. - [Checkout-Free Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-go): The 'Amazon Go' Store is Currently in a Beta Version (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The 'Amazon Go' store demonstrates a disruptive innovation opportunity for the retail industry to reimagine the shopping process and enhance customer convenience. - [Pay-in-Aisle Supermarket Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pay-in-aisle): Co-op's "Frictionless Shopping Experience" Has No Tills (Category: Tech) Implication: Implementing pay-in-aisle systems and frictionless shopping experiences can innovate the retail industry by improving efficiency and convenience for consumers. - [Streamlined Checkout Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-shop): Sainsbury's 'SmartShop' Enables Checkout Via a Mobile or Handset (Category: Business) Implication: The retail industry stands to benefit greatly from self-checkout apps and mobile checkout technology, which can help reduce costs and improve the shopping experience. - [Speedy Supermarket Checkout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermarket-checkout): This Retail App Helps Reduce Grocery Store Wait Times (Category: Tech) Implication: The retail industry can benefit from mobile checkout apps to enhance the shopping experience and optimize operational efficiency. - [Smart Internet Connected Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-internet-connected-bags): Twyst Creates Shopping Bag that Charges Customers When Exiting Store (Category: Business) Implication: The integration of Smart Internet Connected Bags and Smart Beacons offer new ways for retailers to optimize operations, while also providing a more seamless shopping experience fo… - [Staffless Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convenience-store-of-the-future): Wheelys 247 in Shanghai Introduces a Convenience Store of the Future (Category: Business) Implication: Opportunity for retail stores, particularly convenience stores, to implement unmanned stores with mobile app ordering for a more efficient shopping experience. - [Autonomous Cashier Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashier-station): Panasonic's Checkout Robot Automatically Scans and Bags Items (Category: Business) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and robotics into retail stores to automate checkout processes and enhance the overall shopping experience. - [In-Aisle Checkout Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/check-out-with-me): Walmart's 'Check Out with Me' Saves Consumers Time and Effort (Category: Business) Implication: In-aisle checkout services present an opportunity for retailers to streamline the checkout process and enhance customer satisfaction. - [Automated Fitting Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-tech-retail): This High-Tech Retail Innovation Revolutionizes Changing Rooms with Chutes (Category: Business) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the retail industry by incorporating automation and technology to create a more engaging and efficient shopping experience. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Conversion](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-assisted-checkout) (Business) - [Occasion Commerce](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/occasion-commerce) (Business) - [Autonomous Merchandising](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-merchandising) (Business) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Business - [Performance-Based Creator Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-ad-platforms) - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Natural Deodorant Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-beauty-studios) - [Mini Beauty Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-luxuries-store) All articles: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business)