Shopic, a global leader in AI and Vision for the retail industry, is pleased to announce a partnership with PAC 2000A Conad, the leading cooperative within the Conad Group in Italy, to bring the next generation of grocery shopping to its shoppers, in collaboration with Gab Tamagnini, a trusted retail technology provider. The pilot will introduce Shopic’s AI-powered Smart Cart, combining computer vision with a seamless shopping experience that bridges physical and digital commerce.
Shopic’s unique clip-on device attaches to any shopping cart, instantly recognizing products by computer vision, applying promotions at the right time and place, and allowing shoppers to bag items as they go— no checkout lines, no hassle. Bringing the best of online shopping into the store.
A key advantage of Shopic’s AI-powered Smart Cart is its adaptability and ease of deployment, allowing retailers to implement AI-driven innovation without costly infrastructure changes. By combining advanced computer vision with intuitive design, Shopic’s technology empowers retailers to optimize operations and increase efficiency while enhancing the shopper experience.
Bringing Shopic’s technology to PAC 2000A Conad represents a significant milestone as we establish our AI-powered smart carts in Italy. Our goal is to provide a seamless, personalized shopping experience while enabling retailers to unlock new operational efficiencies, gain from new revenue opportunities and foster stronger brand loyalty.
PAC 2000A Conad and Shopic are finalizing the project details and preparing for customer testing.
PAC 2000A Conad is the largest cooperative within the Conad Consortium in Italy in terms of size and revenue, with a retail network spanning five regions. With a turnover of €5.28 billion, a net equity of approximately €969 million, a market share of 20.24%, 1,525 stores, and 100 concept stores—including pharmacies, pet stores, Ottico Conad, and Conad Self fuel stations—generating a total revenue of over €7.19 billion, PAC 2000A Conad is the leading retailer in Central and Southern Italy.
Gab Tamagnini is a leader in retail technology, specializing in advanced solutions that enhance store operations and improve customer satisfaction. Their expertise in implementing state-of-the-art systems ensures that retailers remain competitive in the digital age.
Shopic is at the forefront of transforming physical supermarkets with its advanced retail technology. Its mission is to bring the benefits of e-commerce to brick-and-mortar grocery stores, offering frictionless and personalized shopping experiences for customers while providing data-driven optimization for retailers.
