Retail

365 Retail Markets intros modular smart store additions

Photo: 365 Retail Markets

May 23, 2025

365 Retail Markets, a provider of unattended retail technology, has launched modular smart store options designed to enhance its PicoCooler Vision product line, according to a press release. These additions aim to increase versatility and flexibility for food service operators by leveraging computer vision and AI technology.

PicoCooler Vision with age verification allows for unattended alcohol sales. Photo courtesy of 365 Retail Markets.

The offerings include an ambient cabinet add-on that connects to the PicoCooler Vision, allowing consumers to purchase both refrigerated and non-refrigerated items like snacks and drinks in a single, seamless transaction. The system utilizes computer vision for a no-scan purchasing experience. A larger version of the ambient cabinet, offering nearly 40% more merchandising space, will also be available.

A key development is the introduction of an age verification feature for the PicoCooler Vision, enabling the unattended sale of age-restricted items such as alcohol. This feature includes adjustable settings to comply with local day and time regulations, potentially reducing staffing needs for ID checks in hospitality and other environments.

"Data, AI, computer vision, consumer engagement — these are all technologies invested in and pioneered by 365," Joe Hessling, founder and CEO of 365 Retail Markets, said in the release. "Our new products are a combination of these technologies and are already in high demand within our Convenience Services customer base and now being adopted by retail, hospitality and healthcare."

365 Retail Markets highlighted that these technological advancements are intended to provide market placement opportunities and facilitate the replacement of traditional vending machines with more sophisticated, consumer-friendly solutions.