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Instacart Teams Up With DUMAC and TRUNO to Expand Smart Carts

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Slice of Retail Team
January 15, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Instacart teams up with DUMAC and TRUNO to bring AI-powered Caper Carts to independent grocers and retailers.

  • Caper Carts enable in-store innovation, including auto-scanning, budgeting tools, and direct access to discounts.

  • Turnkey integration and support provided by DUMAC and TRUNO ensures seamless adoption for grocers.

  • Partnership may lead to additional Instacart Connected Stores technologies like FoodStorm and Carrot Tags.

Source: PR Newswire

Notable Quotes:

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"Grocers are the backbone of communities across the U.S., and we're committed to getting them the tools and technology they need to succeed."

Nick Nickitas, General Manager of Local Independent Grocery at Instacart
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"By offering Caper Carts as part of our retail technology portfolio, we're helping grocers enhance their stores and compete effectively in the evolving retail landscape."

Rory McCarthy, COO at DUMAC
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"Our deep implementation expertise combined with Instacart's innovation creates an exciting new offering for the retailers we serve."

Steven Watters, President at TRUNO

Why This Matters:

This partnership underscores a major step in grocery retail innovation, enabling independent grocers to access cutting-edge AI technology. By streamlining operations, enhancing customer experiences, and fostering loyalty, Instacart, DUMAC, and TRUNO empower retailers to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Furthermore, the collaboration opens doors for broader adoption of Instacart's Connected Stores technologies, solidifying the company’s role as a leader in grocery technology transformation.