ViaTouch Media develops VICKI, an AI-powered self-checkout solution that utilizes computer vision and biometric payment methods to enhance retail transactions. VICKI addresses theft and inventory management challenges by providing secure, customizable, and data-driven interactions for customers in retail environments.
Funding
$10M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional retail self-checkout solutions often suffer from challenges such as theft, complex inventory management, and the need for age verification, leading to losses and operational inefficiencies. Existing vending experiences lack advanced features and the ability to adapt to customer preferences.
Solution
ViaTouch Media's VICKI is an AI-powered self-checkout solution designed to enhance retail transactions and address key challenges in the industry. VICKI utilizes computer vision, Intelli-shelf technology, and optional biometric payment methods to provide secure, customizable, and data-driven interactions for customers. The system streamlines inventory management, reduces theft, and offers features like age verification and product recommendations. VICKI's sleek design and interactive capabilities aim to create a modern and engaging point-of-sale experience, adapting to customer habits and preferences while integrating seamlessly into various retail environments.
Target Audience
VICKI targets retailers looking to improve the self-checkout experience, reduce theft, streamline inventory management, and enhance customer engagement, including convenience stores, supermarkets, and other retail environments.
Features
- Computer vision and Intelli-shelf technology for advanced loss prevention and product tracking
- Multiple payment options, including credit cards, NFC, and biometric authentication (thumb scan, optional iris scan)
- AI-powered virtual assistant capable of answering product FAQs and providing company information using natural language processing
- Customizable layout with dynamic lighting and exterior branding options
- Web-based management dashboard for tracking reports, gathering customer insights, and overseeing products and planograms
- Optional UV-C sanitization technology to sanitize products and surfaces between uses
- Age verification functionality to ensure compliance with regulations
- Order-ahead and pickup capabilities for customer convenience