Verizon said the store it opened at Lincoln Financial Field uses its network and AI-powered computer vision technology.
Verizon Business and the Philadelphia Eagles announced the opening of two Express Shops powered by Verizon 5G at Lincoln Financial Field.
The U.S. carrier said in a release that the stores will use Verizon’s network and AI-powered computer vision technology to offer fans a quick and seamless way to purchase food and drinks on the spot, without the need for a cashier. He said that
Jonathan Nichols, Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise, Americas, Verizon Business. “When it comes to the customer journey, just like in sports, every second counts.” “Connectivity is key for fans to get the most out of every encounter. With the launch of these automated checkouts, , the Philadelphia Eagles are demonstrating the true power of Verizon 5G and edge computing by creating smart spaces that reduce transaction times and streamline the shopping experience,” the executive added.
In an “On the Fly” express shop, customers enter the store, “check in” with an app or credit card, pick up their items, and return to their destination. After you leave the store, you’ll receive a receipt via app or email. Verizon said.
The carrier explained that these new contactless autonomous shops will combine off-the-shelf cameras, computer vision and artificial intelligence to provide a convenient and safe shopping experience. The company added that the 5G-enabled cashierless checkout retail environment will provide valuable insights into shopper behavior and supply chain management, benefiting both shoppers and store operators.
“These solutions are part of the broader Verizon Business Connected Venue approach, which is expanding our reach to more than 75 large public venues in the U.S., including the most iconic major sports and music venues. It is rooted in 5G investments,” the carrier said.
Verizon announced in October that it already offers 5G ultra-wideband service, the brand name for its C-band and millimeter wave (mmWave) network, at all 30 NFL stadiums.
Verizon has been collaborating with the NFL for years, with use cases such as coach-to-coach communications using a managed private wireless solution in all stadiums, and various fan-oriented experiences such as low-latency video commercialized as Verizon 5G Multi. is being developed. -Views — Fans can view up to seven camera angles at the same time, allowing them to watch the game from different angles on their mobile phones and look back to review match moments. In some stadiums, Verizon has introduced technology that divides spectators into sectors “like slices of a pie,” allowing engineers to individually adjust each slice to determine where stadium attendees move and how data is used. Now you can manage network performance based on your method. Additionally, Verizon said its 5G network will enable stadium operators to enable autonomous or cashierless retail, faster access, and crowd analytics, all of which will further improve fans’ in-stadium experience. Ta.
