Magdalena Nowak

Bauhaus has automated the goods receiving process at its import and central warehouse in Krefeld by using robots from XYZ Robotics. The RockyOne and RockyOne SE systems are responsible for unloading containers, sorting and palletising in a seamless, automated workflow.

M-Preis has reported significant success in its use of Remira’s inventory management software, which the Austrian retail company has been using for almost ten years to manage stock levels across its stores. By 2026, M-Preis also plans to integrate its two in-house production facilities into the existing stock management solution.

Instacart has acquired the Israeli company Arpalus to bolster its computer vision technology for shelf data in the grocery retail sector and also intends to use the technology in its Caper Carts, which are fitted with external cameras.

Them Consulting has acquired a 49 per cent stake in IAL Automation and Logistics. CAS AG continues to hold a majority stake in the specialist for SAP warehouse management systems. The three companies aim to pool their expertise in consultancy, implementation and support for SAP warehouse management solutions.

Dohle is expanding its retail media offering by equipping the entrance areas of almost 100 of its Hit stores with 75-inch welcome screens from Digooh. Inovisco is now marketing the Digooh DCLP inventory on these screens to media agencies and advertisers nationwide.

In the second quarter of 2026, Decathlon reached the milestone of 700 stores using Vusion’s digital shelf labels. The sports retailer now uses Vusion’s platform in 54 countries across three continents.

Together with Nexum and GK, Hawesko Group is introducing AI-powered wine recommendations to the online shops of Hawesko, Vino and Tesdorf. The retail group specialising in premium wines, champagnes and spirits aims to help customers find the right wine more quickly and manage digital sales channels cost-effectively.

Schwarz Group and one of the Co-CEOs of Schwarz Digits are parting ways with immediate effect. Rolf Schumann has left the company after seven years. Christian Müller, previously also a Co-CEO, is taking sole overall responsibility for the Schwarz Group’s digital division.

4POS and Pan Oston, both part of Pan Oston Holding, have acquired a stake in the Berlin-based IT service provider Migrasys, thereby deepening their long-standing collaboration. The aim of this European alliance is to integrate expertise in POS technology, fulfilment and service more closely.

Denns Biomarkt is expanding its pricing capabilities by adopting Mercio’s AI-powered competitive analysis platform. The organic retailer intends to use the solution to systematically analyse the pricing structures of its competitors and develop a comprehensive understanding of market-driven prices.