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19 Nov How AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence Unlocks Hidden Cost Savings in Manufacturing

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

In today's competitive manufacturing landscape, remaining profitable requires more than just managing visible costs. Several operations can bleed money through hidden and often overlooked inefficiencies. It can be even more challenging to manage these invisible expenses because they rarely show up in standard financial reports...

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13 Nov Meet Our CTO: A Q&A with JD Falcão

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Meet JD Falcão, Chief Technology Officer at AiFi and a 2024 Progressive Grocer GenNext Award winner! This award celebrates rising stars and innovators transforming the grocery industry, and JD's recognition underscores his profound impact on the field of autonomous shopping. With over 15 years...

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07 Nov Optimizing Your Retail Layout with AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Are you leaving money on the table because of a suboptimal store layout? It's not just about aesthetics; it's about your bottom line. Over 70% of consumers say store design directly influences their purchase decisions. A poorly designed store can lead to frustrated customers, abandoned...

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31 Oct 8 Signs Your Manufacturing Operation Needs a Spatial Intelligence Upgrade

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

In manufacturing, the margins between profit and loss are razor-thin. Every percentage point of efficiency gained, every averted safety incident, and every optimized workflow translates directly to your bottom line. But what if you're leaving potential gains on the table simply because you lack visibility...

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23 Oct From Check-In to Check-Out: How Spatial Intelligence Enhances Every Hotel Touchpoint

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Today's hotel guest expects more than just a room. They want a whole experience. And a personalized one at that. In fact, 61% of hotel guests are willing to pay a premium for this personalization, and the demand is undeniable. So how can you personalize each...

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16 Oct How Spatial Intelligence Beats Out-of-Stocks and Keeps Customers Happy

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Inventory accuracy in U.S. retail operations hovers around a mere 63%. This means that nearly 4 out of every ten items are either out of stock, misplaced, or incorrectly recorded in the inventory system. And for the customer, this translates to a frustrating retail experience. The...

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08 Oct AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence: Solving the Toughest Problem in Retail and Beyond

Posted at 14:30h in Blog by AiFi Team

A few days ago, I received a humorous text from a friend, a renowned venture capitalist, reacting to the news that Amazon is closing more of its "Go" stores. His question was simple: if the largest company in the world struggles with this, why does...

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25 Sep Beyond Warehouse Automation: How Spatial Intelligence Humanizes the Future of Manufacturing

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

83% of manufacturers believe that smart factory solutions will transform the way products are made in five years. But what does this transformation look like? While the idea of a fully automated warehouse might spring to mind, with robots replacing human workers, the reality is...

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18 Sep In the Cart and Conscience: Unpacking Ethical Issues for AI in Retail

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

It's undeniable, artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the world around us, revolutionizing everything from transportation to healthcare and, yes, even the way we shop. From personalized product recommendations to optimized store layouts and frictionless checkout experiences, AI is making shopping more efficient, keeping customers happier, and...

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10 Sep Are You Ready for the AiFi Experience?

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

In the game of retail, standing still means falling behind. Autonomous checkout is no longer a differentiator; it's the bare minimum. Customers expect it, and your competitors are already offering it. But are you simply keeping pace, or are you ready to pull ahead? AiFi equips...

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14 Aug Building a Safer, Smarter Workplace: AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence for Enhanced Facility Safety and Efficiency

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Workplace safety and optimization are key to a successful facility environment. Despite advances in technology and safety protocols, many facilities still use outdated safety practices. These methods, often reactive, don't prevent accidents before they happen. In this post, we explore how AiFi's spatial intelligence technology...

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08 Aug How AiFi’s End-to-End Solution is Transforming the Shopping Experience

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

The modern shopper is savvy, time-pressed, and seeking a retail experience that aligns with their digital lives. They expect ease, personalization, and efficiency at every turn. For retailers, meeting these expectations while simultaneously optimizing operations and driving profitability can feel like a constant balancing act. Here's...

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01 Aug Unlocking Peak Performance: How AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Athlete Training

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Sports injuries hit the NFL hard - costing over $500 million in 2019. This staggering number shows why it's crucial to find better ways to keep players safe on the field. Traditional training helps, but it doesn't always give coaches and athletes the complete picture...

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26 Jul The Power of Now: Why Real-Time Data is Essential for Business Success

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

The quest to understand customers and run things smoothly is never-ending for businesses. But the usual ways of looking at customer data just don't cut it - they only give you a partial, outdated picture. That's where spatial intelligence comes in to change the game. Spatial...

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23 Jul From Gut Feelings to Data Insights: Spatial Intelligence for Quick-Service Restaurants

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

The quick-service restaurant industry is a game of inches. Shaving seconds off service times, optimizing kitchen flow, and understanding customer behavior can be the difference between a thriving business and one struggling to keep up. But what if you could take your QSR management to...

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17 Jul How Acrisure Arena Doubled Earning Potential by Championing Autonomous Checkout

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Acrisure Arena, a cutting-edge entertainment venue in Palm Springs, California, was built with technology and sustainability in mind. But even with self-checkout concession stands, long lines persisted, frustrating fans and costing the arena potential revenue. That's when they decided to ditch the lines -...

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26 Jun How AiFi’s Spatial Intelligence Unlocks Limitless Shopping Journeys

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Imagine a store where the layout, product placement, and customer experience are tailored to perfection - not based on guesswork but on a deep, data-driven understanding of the space and the people who move through it. That's the power of AiFi's spatial intelligence technology. By combining...

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18 Jun Secure Shopping: Preventing Retail Shrink in the Age of Autonomous Retail

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Autonomous retail is here to stay. Shoppers love the convenience - grabbing what they need and walking out without waiting in line is undeniably appealing. And as the technology behind these frictionless checkout experiences becomes more sophisticated, autonomous stores are popping up everywhere. But for retailers,...

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12 Jun AiFi Achieves ISO 27001: 2022 Certification

Posted at 15:11h in Blog by AiFi Team

We're proud to announce our successful ISO 27001 certification, validating the robustness of our information security management system (ISMS). This achievement underscores our commitment to a security-first culture, rigorous risk management practices, and continuous improvement of our technical safeguards. "This achievement reflects our dedication to continuous...

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04 Jun Instant Replay: How Technology Is Changing the Game for the Fan Experience

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Fans today crave more than just the action on the field - they want an immersive, tech-powered experience that keeps them connected, entertained, and satisfied from the moment they step into the venue. Fortunately, the rapid evolution of innovative technologies is delivering just that, transforming...

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30 Apr Supercharging the Customer Experience with AiFi + RFID

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Designing with purpose and scale is a big part of how we innovate at AiFi and that approach has led us to massive success. To date, we've served over 7 million customers and processed over 20 million products at our 200+ autonomous stores worldwide.   Today,...

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03 Apr A Recap of the AiFi Team’s Experience at the Atrium User Conference & Sports Business Journal Tech Week

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

In the quest to shape the future of retail technology, AiFi has emerged as a trailblazer, captivating audiences at two recent high-profile events: the Atrium User Conference in Tempe, Arizona, and Sports Business Journal Tech Week in New York, New York. These gatherings served as the...

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26 Mar Frictionless Checkout: A Win for the University of San Diego & University of Denver

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

In the fast-paced world of university life, time is of the essence. Between lectures, assignments, extracurricular activities, and social engagements, every moment counts. Yet, amidst the hustle and bustle, one aspect that often slows students down is the need to wait in line for basic necessities...

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20 Mar How to Create a Human Experience in Autonomous Stores

Posted at 08:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

Autonomous stores are emerging as game-changers, promising convenience, efficiency, and innovation. However, amidst the buzz surrounding all these technological advancements, there's a crucial aspect that can't be overlooked: the human experience. In this blog post, we delve into the importance of human experience in autonomous stores and...

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28 Feb The Role of Computer Vision in Improving the Fan Experience

Posted at 12:00h in Blog by AiFi Team

The opening of The Sphere in Las Vegas this past fall garnered a lot of attention-and rightfully so. It was the first fully immersive entertainment stadium centered around delivering world-class fan experiences using computer vision. Critics like CNET say The Sphere is ushering in 'the dawn...

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