Retail Technology News: September updateRetailers in September 2025 focused technology efforts in areas including autonomous robots, augmented reality and demand forecasting. How humanoid robots may bring retail closer to ‘Star Wars’ after allThey aren’t here yet, but humanoid robots are likely on the way to help retailers both in the store and the supply chain. Google launches AI-enabled conversational shopping Shoppers can now ask a question conversationally on Google and get a range of visual results with a new artificial intelligence-based tool. Loyalty loses its grip on shoppers Brand loyalty is in decline as consumers are paying more attention to the opinions of their fellow shoppers. Walmart tracks inventory at scale with Internet of Things functionality Walmart is integrating Internet of Things devices into its supply chain to obtain a real-time view of pallets at scale. Shake Shack expands robotic delivery partnership with Uber Eats Select Shake Shack customers in New Jersey may find themselves receiving deliveries from futuristic "personnel." Marks & Spencer invests $460M in automated food distribution hub A British apparel and food giant has made its largest-ever supply chain investment into a new automated facility in the U.K. 7-Eleven Japan partners to develop humanoid robotic workers 7-Eleven Japan Co. Ltd. has entered into a partnership that will result in the deployment of AI-equipped robots in its stores. DoorDash launches proprietary delivery robot DoorDash is expanding its autonomous delivery efforts from partnerships with tech providers to an in-house-developed robot. EXCLUSIVE Q&A: Ashley Hubka, senior VP & GM, Walmart Business The Walmart Business program seeks to help small businesses, non-profits and governmental agencies adapt to the current retail landscape. First Previous 39 40 41 42 43 Next Last
