# Low-Cost Cashierless Stores Lunchbox is a Small-Format Store for Quick and Easy Shopping By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-11-27 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashierless-store References: [nfcw](https://www.nfcw.com/2019/11/27/365111/ahold-delhaize-pilots-unmanned-store-in-the-us/) & [retailbusinessservices](https://www.retailbusinessservices.com/about-us) [Lunchbox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunchbox-delivery-robot) is a new small-format cashierless store concept from Retail Business Services, the services company of [Ahold Delhaize USA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Shoppable-discovery-commerce), that enables shoppers to scan themselves in, shop and walk out. The frictionless experience was devised as a shopping alternative that helps consumers access fresh, healthy food without the hassle of long lines or traditional checkout experiences. The 24/7 format makes it effortless for shoppers to get grab-and-go snacks, salads for quick meals, as well as other kitchen staples as a quick stop on their journey home. The store technology is currently being tested at [Retail Business Services’](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/JLL) office in Quincy, Massachusetts. Notably, Paul Scorza, Retail Business Services’ CIO notes that "The solution carries a lean cost and can be implemented in a matter of weeks.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cashierless Stores:** The emerging trend of low-cost, cashierless stores presents an opportunity for businesses to offer frictionless shopping experiences and convenience to consumers. - **Small-format Stores:** The small-format store concept offers a potential for businesses to provide quick and convenient shopping experiences, particularly for on-the-go consumers in urban areas. - **24/7 Convenience:** 24/7 stores and services have the potential to cater to consumers' round-the-clock needs and offer flexibility and convenience in their shopping experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** The retail industry can benefit from implementing cashierless store concepts to offer efficient and convenient shopping experiences for consumers. - **Technology:** The technology industry can provide solutions for implementing cashierless store concepts, such as automated checkout technology and RFID tagging. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can use the small-format store concept to offer fresh and healthy food options and cater to on-the-go consumers in urban areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Snack Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-eats-store.md) - [Cashier-Less Hospital Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimart.md) - [Cost-Conscious Cashierless Microstores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microstore.md) - [Checkout-Free Concession Lanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zippin-lane.md) - [Cashier-Free Grocer Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aisle-24-expansion.md) - [Checkout-Free Grocery Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldigo.md) - [Line-Free Walk-Out Grocery Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazons-just-walk-out.md) - [Contactless Lunch Delivery Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunchbox-delivery-robot.md) - [AI-Powered Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-grocery-store.md)