# Unstaffed Convenience Grocers opt for staff-less options that simplify store layouts. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jan 22, 2018 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/unstaffed-convenience ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.7/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Unstaffed Convenience trend? **Unstaffed Convenience:** Unstaffed grocers provide two distinctions – tech-enhanced convenience and a restructuring of how the layouts of these traditional spaces are designed. With staff-less grocers comes a crucial curation and simplification of retail displays, as customers can no longer seek out the assistance of employees in order to find and complete their purchases. The inevitable reforms associated with this shift set a precedent for how other retail spaces can redesign store layouts in a way that best suits the needs of customers. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 22, 2017 to Apr 27, 2018 - Published: Jan 22, 2018 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Unstaffed Convenience trend ### Unstaffed Stores Unstaffed grocers provide customers with greater convenience through tech-enhanced services while rethinking store layouts. ### Cashierless Stores Cashierless stores with facial recognition tech offer streamlined and personalized shopping experiences. ### Autonomous Delivery Autonomous vehicles for home deliveries maximize quality of product and ease of customer experience. ## What the Unstaffed Convenience trend means for industry ### For Retail Retail industries have an opportunity to leverage technology to create more efficient, automated, and personalized shopping experiences for customers. ### For Logistics & Delivery Autonomous delivery systems provide opportunities for optimization and cost savings in last mile logistics. ### For Finance & Payment Cashless transactions, such as with mobile payment apps, provide convenient and secure payment options for customers while allowing for 24/7 operation. ## Workshop question How can your brand restructure and simplify its retail spaces, or business processes? ## Trend signals for Unstaffed Convenience Trend score 5.7 out of 10, from popularity 91%, activity 73%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 91% - Activity: 73% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Unstaffed Convenience trend 4 featured examples from Dec 22, 2017 to Apr 27, 2018. - [Grocery-Hauling Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robomart-car-concept): The Robomart Brings Vegetables and Produce To Your Door (Category: Autos) Implication: The Robomart concept could disrupt the grocery delivery industry by offering a more convenient and high-quality option for fresh produce delivery. - [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. - [Staffless Convenience Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-stores): China's JD.com Plans to Launch Hundreds of Unmanned Stores (Category: Business) Implication: The technology industry has the opportunity to develop and provide cutting-edge solutions for unmanned stores, facial recognition systems, and autonomous vehicles. - [Futuristic Cashierless Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuremart): Alibaba's 'Futuremart' is a High-Tech Cashierless Store in China (Category: Business) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology like facial recognition and mobile payment systems into traditional retail stores to create cashierless shopping experience… ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)