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Hanshow Spotlights Smart Cart Ecosystem at CGF Global Summit 2026, Reimagining the In-Store Value Chain

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VIENNA, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hanshow, a global leader in digital store solutions, hosted a CGF Roundtable titled “Smart Cart Revolution in Physical Retail” at the 2026 Consumer Goods Forum Global Summit, bringing together senior leaders across the retail value chain to examine how Smart Carts are redefining the future of physical stores.

Reframing the Challenge: Three Paradoxes of Physical Retail

The Special Session was moderated by Philippe Brochard, Chairman of the Advisory Board at Hanshow, who opened the discussion by positioning Smart Carts not as a standalone device, but as a strategic response to deeper industry misalignments between operational challenges, shopper expectations, and brand requirements.

Philippe outlined three unresolved paradoxes shaping the future of stores: digitally empowered shoppers navigating in physical store environments; the need to deliver trusted, contextual guidance without intrusive selling; and growing demand from brands for measurable, proof-based retail media.

Retailers are facing growing pressure from loss prevention challenges, labor shortages, and operational complexity; Smart Carts offer a practical response to these challenges while unlocking something larger: reconnecting physical stores with digitally empowered shoppers by embedding digital intelligence, contextual guidance, and measurable retail media capabilities into the shopping journey. Achieving this shift elevates Smart Carts from a single innovation to a transformation platform, enabled through collaboration across the in-store value chain.

When Ecosystems Win: Reimagining the In‑Store Value Chain

Turning this vision into everyday retail execution requires more than a single technology layer. It depends on the close integration of reliable hardware, advanced software, real‑time personalization, retail media capabilities, and seamless store operations. The panel brought together leaders from retailer operations, software platforms, and retail media to provide a full value-chain perspective on how Smart Carts can move from an innovation concept to a scalable in-store deployment.

Michel Itié, Director of Transformation at Infomil (E.Leclerc), shared operational insights from scaling Scan & Go and in‑store digitalization in physical retail environments. He highlighted the importance of reliability, store readiness, and execution discipline to ensure Smart Carts deliver value for both shoppers and store teams.

“Scan & Go is already deeply embedded in shopper behavior, with strong adoption and high-value baskets in physical stores. However, there is still a significant gap between usage and monetization,” said Michel Itié. “By evolving into a retail media platform, it can unlock new value for both retailers and brands, directly at the moment of purchase where decisions are made.”

Florian Burgstaller, CEO of shopreme, focused on the role of a Smart Cart operating system as the connective layer between digital shopper expectations and the physical realities of store, enabling advanced loss prevention, frictionless checkout, and contextual engagement without overwhelming the shopper.

“The future of brick‑and‑mortar retail cannot be built on isolated solutions anymore, retailers need connected ecosystems that make innovation scalable and give them the flexibility to respond to continuously changing environments,” said Florian. He highlighted that shopreme’s collaboration with Hanshow and Lucky Cart “bring digital precision into the physical store and help retailers move beyond silos, creating scalable, measurable experiences directly at the point of sale.”

Romain Charles, CEO of Lucky Cart, addressed the “proof paradox” from the brand perspective, explaining how Smart Carts now enable online‑level retail media precision inside physical stores, with measurable outcomes and deployment‑ready technology available today.

“The future of retail is ‘Smart Commerce’, where digital precision enables a personalized in-store experience,” added Romain. “A shopper-first strategy means technology serves, never intrudes — a true co-pilot. By re-enchanting stores with intelligent, meaningful experiences, we bring the best of both online and in-store, creating incremental value for brands and retailers.”

Together, the speakers reinforced a shared conclusion: the Smart Cart revolution extends far beyond the cart itself. The next step is coming together: a joint reimagination of the in-store value chain through ecosystem collaboration in a way physical retail has not been able to do before.

From Vision to Action: Re-enchanting the Intelligent Store

Extending the discussion beyond the stage, Hanshow showcased its Store Digital Twin at its exhibition booth, demonstrating how real‑time intelligence connects shoppers, products, operations, and retail media into an integrated ecosystem.

“Smart Cart with Retail Media stack embedded and immediately activable is the ultimate bridge between online and offline, delivering the same level of shoppers targeting and experience,” said Philippe Brochard, Chairman of the Advisory Board at Hanshow. “With Store Digital Twin, we move from isolated touchpoints to a living, real‑time representation of the store ecosystem. This is how we truly re‑enchant the physical retail experience and restore its relevance and resilience in an era of digital‑first, agentic commerce.”

Building on this vision, Hanshow will continue to strengthen ecosystem power, enabling retailers to transform physical stores into adaptive, performance‑driven, and experience‑led environments.

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HR Path Strengthens its Australian Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia

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PARIS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, today announces its strategic acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a Brisbane-based company specialising in payroll compliance, remediation, workforce management and HR systems consulting.

Founded in 2009, Payroll Experts Australia has delivered more than 530 projects for over 260 organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Independent of any software vendor, the company supports employers across the full payroll, workforce management and HR systems lifecycle, with expertise spanning payroll compliance and audit, remediation, award and agreement interpretation, payroll processing, advisory and end-to-end systems implementation.

The acquisition strengthens HR Path’s ability to provide end-to-end HR transformation services across the ANZ market. Payroll Experts Australia’s specialist capabilities complement HR Path’s existing HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors expertise, enabling the combined organisation to support clients with a broader range of locally grounded services, from strategic advisory and systems implementation to payroll compliance and operational support. 

Payroll Experts Australia will continue to operate under the brand “Payroll Experts Australia, an HR Path Company”. Its leadership team and employees will remain in their current roles, ensuring continuity of service for clients while giving the business access to HR Path’s international capabilities and resources. 

The transaction builds on HR Path’s expansion in the region. HR Path has been active in Australia since 2019, following the acquisition of DDG. It opened an Australian office in 2024 and acquired RKM Consulting in 2025, strengthening its HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors capabilities across Australia and New Zealand.  

“The acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a company renowned for its expertise in payroll compliance, is a strategic move that supports our ambition to be the global reference in HR transformation,” said François Boulet, Co-founding Partner at HR Path. “Their deep knowledge and strong client relationships in Australia complement our global capabilities, enabling us to deliver even more value to our clients. This partnership is about synergy, innovation, and shared commitment to excellence.”

“We are very happy about this new chapter!” said Steve Keenaghan, Chief Executive Officer at Payroll Experts Australia. “This step opens up exciting opportunities for our team and our clients and ensures our continued growth and success. We will maintain our commitment to delivering exceptional, independent payroll expertise while exploring new possibilities within HR Path.”

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Fabienne LATOUR  Fabienne.latour@hr-path.com

 

 

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Sungrow Powers Up for All Energy Australia 2026 With New Residential Innovation and Full Ecosystem Showcase

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the global leader in PV inverter and energy storage solutions, is set to make a strong return to All Energy Australia 2026, the region’s largest and most influential renewable energy exhibition. It will introduce its next-generation all-in-one residential flagship PowerHarbour, alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies for residential, C&I, and utility-scale applications.

As Australia accelerates toward a cleaner, more resilient energy future, Sungrow’s presence at All Energy will once again serve as a central meeting point for industry leaders, installers, innovators, and policymakers. The booth will offer visitors a rich blend of product demonstrations, technical insights, interactive experiences, and opportunities to connect with Sungrow’s local engineering and sales teams.

A New Addition to Residential Energy Storage

At the upcoming All-Energy 2026, Sungrow will officially unveil PowerHarbour in Australia for the first time. It is a residential all in one solution designed to simplify energy independence for homeowners. It combines sleek design, intelligent integration, advanced safety features and a modular design that can deliver up to 120kWh of capacity. The enhanced AFCI 3.0 protection makes it one of the most flexible and homeowner‑friendly systems on the market. The result is a clean, integrated solution that empowers households to take control of their energy with confidence and ease.

C&I Solutions for Diverse Applications

The exhibition will also showcase Sungrow’s C&I portfolio, including PowerKeeper, deployed across diverse Australian environments, and the ST255CS liquid-cooled BESS cabinet, designed for applications such as microgrid stability and FCAS. Together, these solutions demonstrate Sungrow’s capabilities in delivering flexible, reliable energy storage for a wide range of commercial and industrial needs.

Utility-Scale Innovation on Display

For utility developers and EPCs, Sungrow will present a full-size PowerTitan 3.0, giving visitors a rare opportunity to see the battery container up close. Together, PowerTitan 3.0 and 1+X modular inverter demonstrate advanced energy storage, grid-forming capabilities, and flexible deployment for complex project environment. Backed by dedicated local project management, comprehensive technical support, and a growing project pipeline across Australia and New Zealand.

Visit Sungrow at Booth KK123

Sungrow invites all attendees to visit Booth KK123 at All Energy Australia 2026 to experience its latest residential, commercial, and utility‑scale innovations firsthand. Attendees can expect a vibrant and engaging atmosphere throughout the day featuring lucky draws with exciting prizes, free premium coffee, photobooth and insightful presentations. The booth promises a full day of discovery, connection, and inspiration. Sungrow looks forward to welcoming partners, customers, and renewable energy enthusiasts as we continue powering Australia’s clean energy future together.

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AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging to Demonstrate Privacy-First AI Traffic Sensing at Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona

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FREMONT, Calif. and BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AglaiaSense and Leopard Imaging will exhibit together at Smart City Expo World Congress, November 3–5, 2026, at Fira Barcelona Gran Vía.

The two companies proposed AI-VIVA (Vision Intelligence for València and Arterials) and is selected as a finalist in the fifth urban challenge of Barcelona Innova Lab Mobility (BILM), on the application of artificial intelligence to traffic-light regulation. AI-VIVA combines AglaiaSense’s edge-AI traffic solutions with Leopard Imaging’s patented privacy architecture. At the show, the team will give a live demonstration of AglaiaSense’s signature MS500 and GS500 cameras, with the AglaiaSense AI Box, powered by NVIDIA, which adds local processing to coordinate groups of neighboring intersections.

The cameras analyze images inside the device, using the Sony IMX500 and IMX501 intelligent vision sensors. They count and classify vehicles, buses, cyclists and pedestrians in real time. Raw video is discarded on the device within 400–800 milliseconds, and only anonymous metadata is transmitted. Cities can feed that data into signal-control software to adapt traffic lights to real demand.

MS500: about 2 W average power, 1080p, powered from a standard NEMA or ZHAGA street-light socket.

GS500: about 6.5 W average, dual 4K cameras, with Ethernet, LTE Cat 4 and GPS; powered by PoE, 12–24 V DC or a NEMA adapter.

Both cameras: IP66-rated, −20 °C to +65 °C, mounted on existing poles, so no trenching or new masts are needed.

Bandwidth: more than 95% lower than CCTV-based monitoring.

“Cities want safer, smoother streets without turning every crossing into a surveillance point,” said Leon Luo, CEO of AglaiaSense. “Being named a finalist in Barcelona tells us the approach resonates.”

“Privacy has to be built into the camera, not added later,” said Bill Pu, CEO of Leopard Imaging.

AglaiaSense’s solutions are deployed across North America and Asia, and the company won first place in the Pedestrian Safety Challenge Hackathon, run by the Edge AI Foundation (formerly the tinyML Foundation) and the City of San José. In field tests, the systems achieved detection and counting accuracy above 95%. The City of Lakewood, Colorado, compared the GS500 with traditional IP cameras and LiDAR on real roads and found it more accurate, more energy-efficient, and less costly to deploy. At a high-risk crossing where pedestrians often crossed outside the crosswalk, the system alerted approaching drivers in real time.

Visit us at Pavilion 3, Level 0, Street D, Stand 71. To book a meeting, email sales@aglaiasense.com.

About AglaiaSense

AglaiaSense, is an edge-AI company specializing in privacy-first, vision-based sensing for smart cities. Its GS500 and MS500 cameras run AI on the image sensor to count and classify road users in real time and send only anonymous metadata.

About Leopard Imaging

Leopard Imaging is a global leader in high-definition embedded cameras and AI-based imaging solutions in industries including automotive, aerospace, drones, IoT, and robotics.

Media contact:

Cathy Zhao

+1 (408) 263-0988

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