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Walmart’s Billion-Dollar Bet on IoT: Are They Hedging? Walmart is tackling food waste with a fascinating dual-tech strategy. They’re using specialized RFID from Avery Dennison for fresh foods, while flirting with deploying 90 million battery-free Bluetooth sensors from Wiliot for pallet tracking. This raises a key question: Is RFID the final answer for fresh, or is a better solution on the horizon? The Case for LoRaWAN While RFID is a solid choice, LoRaWAN offers compelling advantages for the cold chain: • Massive Range, Lower Cost: One gateway can cover an entire store (up to 15km), slashing the infrastructure costs of traditional RFID. • Cold Chain Native: Excels at monitoring temperature/humidity with sensors that last 5-10 years on one battery. • Always-On Monitoring: Provides a continuous stream of data without needing manual scans. For reducing spoilage, LoRaWAN’s strengths are a near-perfect match. Wiliot: The Wildcard? Wiliot’s energy-harvesting Bluetooth tags are a true game-changer. They offer the best of both worlds: • Passive Cost, Active Power: The low cost of passive tags with the continuous data and sensing of active Bluetooth. • Proven & Scalable: Already being deployed at massive scale with Walmart for pallet tracking. Could these battery-free IoT Pixels, with their built-in temperature sensing, be the ultimate solution for item-level fresh food tracking? The Future is Hybrid Walmart’s strategy suggests the future isn’t about one dominant technology. It’s about convergence: • RFID: For rapid, short-range scanning. • LoRaWAN: For facility-wide environmental monitoring. • Ambient IoT (Wiliot): For intelligent, self-powered tracking. Walmart is building a living lab for the future of the intelligent supply chain. It’s a brilliant move. What’s your take? Is a hybrid IoT approach the definitive future for retail? #Walmart #IoT #SupplyChain #RFID #LoRaWAN #Wiliot #Sustainability #RetailTech #Innovation https://lnkd.in/enq_DN7k

Bubble tea is going global — but the next phase of expansion won’t be driven by flavor alone. It will be driven by intelligence. At Zeeway, we believe the future of worldwide beverage operations lies in automation, data, and standardization. Our intelligent beverage systems combine high-speed dispensing, precision control, and IoT data insights to help brands scale consistently across markets. Our core capabilities include: • 5-second beverage dispensing for high-volume stores • ±1ml accuracy to ensure perfect consistency • Automation for tea, coffee, milk, fruit, and syrups • IoT monitoring for machine status, ingredient usage, and maintenance • ERP/API integration enabling smart inventory & supply-chain automation • Global certifications: ETL, NSF, CE, UKCA, FCC With localized service teams in Southeast Asia and North America, Zeeway supports global brands in achieving stable operations—no matter the market. Today, our intelligent beverage solutions are helping leading beverage and F&B brands improve efficiency, reduce labor dependency, ensure food safety, and deliver consistently high-quality drinks at scale. Intelligent beverage technology is not just an upgrade— it is becoming the new global standard. #intelligentbeveragesolution #beveragetechnology #beveragedispenser #drinkautomation #drinkdispenser #drinkmaking #teadispenser

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 - 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐩 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐝 Every connected ecosystem needs a command center, a single source of truth that connects machines, customers, and decisions. At Chai Point, that command center is Brew Board, a real time dashbaord as part of our Intelligent Beverage Platform (IBP). Brew Board is the central dashboard inside Brew Kart (C Kart) giving live visibility into every beverage brewed across our connected network of 7,000+ Brewing Bots. For our large corporate clients and facility managers, Brew Board makes consumption analytics effortless, turning data into daily operational insights. What it enables : 1. Live and historical beverage counts for each client and site 2. Machine-level performance metrics for proactive maintenance 3. Beverage-wise dispense analytics to track usage trends 4. Downloadable transaction-level reports for governance and audits 5. Client-specific access control ensuring data privacy and transparency 6. Integrated summary dashboard on Brew Kart for a unified view Why it matters : Brew Board isn’t just a reporting layer, it’s the intelligence engine behind our connected beverage ecosystem. It empowers facility managers, operations teams, and leadership to make real-time, data-driven decisions, from refill planning to performance benchmarking. In essence: Brew Board transforms every cup brewed into a data point, and every data point into a smarter decision. #Fountain #BrewBoard #BrewKart #IntelligentBeveragePlatform #IoT #IBP #DataIntelligence #ChaiPoint #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation

🛒 Smart Monitoring in Grocery Retail Refrigeration Did you know refrigeration systems often represent one of the biggest energy costs inside grocery stores? The latest blog from Accruent dives into how anomaly detection, IoT sensors, and real-time monitoring are transforming how retailers manage refrigeration, reducing costs, preventing food spoilage, and staying compliant. If you're managing assets or facilities in retail operations, this is a must-read. 📖 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/440lVxO #MatrixNZ #RetailInnovation #SmartRefrigeration #IoT #AssetManagement #DigitalTransformation #FoodSafety #EnergyEfficiency

The best winemakers know intuition matters but data closes the gap between good and great. See how forward-thinking wineries are using IoT for wine industry solutions to monitor every step from vine to bottle, reduce risk, and strengthen long-term profitability. Your data can be one of your most valuable assets if it’s connected and clear. Read how leading wineries are making that shift: https://bit.ly/4huc3lv

Food Safety, HACCP Standards & Freezewize Cooling in Alabama In Alabama’s hot, humid environment, safe food storage is mission-critical. Freezewize Cooling Systems help businesses meet FDA, USDA, and HACCP standards through smart, energy-efficient refrigeration with full audit traceability. Our solutions include: 🔹 Real-time temperature & humidity tracking with alarms 🔹 Automated HACCP documentation and calibration records 🔹 Energy-efficient operation with high-R panels and smart compressors 🔹 Sustainable refrigerants (R-290, CO₂, A2Ls) 🔹 ROI within 18–24 months Case Highlights: A Birmingham restaurant cut spoilage by 25% and energy use by 30%. A Mobile distributor reduced claims 40% and passed all HACCP audits. A Montgomery processor eliminated violations entirely. With predictive maintenance, IoT monitoring, and scalable modular systems, Freezewize leads Alabama’s next generation of food safety compliance. #HACCP #FoodSafety #Freezewize #ColdChain #SmartCooling #Compliance #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #FDA #USDA #AlabamaBusiness #FoodIndustry https://lnkd.in/gMzRWGd2

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 - 𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐃𝐅 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐏𝐃𝐅 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐞:https://lnkd.in/dFw5YvYG The Commercial Kitchen Appliances Market is experiencing a major transformation — valued at US$ 101.65 Bn in 2023, it’s projected to reach US$ 160.05 Bn by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.7%. This surge is driven by the rapid expansion of restaurants, hotels, and quick-service outlets worldwide, supported by evolving lifestyles and rising disposable incomes. The increasing preference for dining out, coupled with advancements in food safety and energy-efficient equipment, is fueling the market’s upward trajectory. The integration of AI, IoT, and smart connectivity in kitchen appliances is reshaping the industry, enhancing efficiency and performance. Smart ovens, digital refrigerators, and intelligent dishwashers are revolutionizing commercial kitchens by improving consistency, reducing waste, and cutting operational costs. North America continues to lead with strong adoption, while the Middle East and Africa show immense potential due to their booming tourism and food-service sectors. With innovations like RATIONAL’s iCombi Pro and the advent of Microblock & Zeolite technologies, the future of commercial kitchens is smarter, greener, and more efficient than ever. #CommercialKitchenAppliances #SmartKitchen #FoodServiceIndustry #RestaurantInnovation #KitchenTechnology #AI #IoT #Epstein #Eleazar #NIKKE #Jokic #Kashmir #DigitalTransformation #FoodSafety #HospitalityIndustry #QuickServiceRestaurants #CulinaryInnovation #Automation #EnergyEfficiency #SmartOvens #RefrigerationTech #CookingEquipment #FoodTech #MarketGrowth #MaximizeMarketResearch

 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒊 𝑾𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕 𝑺𝒊𝒛𝒆, 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒆 & 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒕𝒉 The mini washing machine market is steadily gaining traction, driven by growing urbanization and the rising need for compact, space-saving laundry solutions. According to recent data, the global mini washing machine market is projected to grow from USD 918.7 million in 2025 to USD 1,569.2 million by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.5%. 🆅🅸🆂🅸🆃 🆄🆂:- https://lnkd.in/g8VB6mC8 Urban lifestyle shifts, smaller living spaces, and increased online retailing are key drivers for the mini washing machine segment. Features like IoT connectivity, inverter motors, and water-saving cycles are making compact washers more attractive. ecent developments include expansion of e-commerce channels, introduction of budget models in the USD 50-100 range (which is estimated to cover 47 % of the market in 2025), and smart/appliance innovations targeting single-person households and small flats. 𝑻𝒐𝒑 𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒓𝒔: Whirlpool Corporation | LG Electronics | Entekhab Industrial Group.(Haier...SNOWA...DAEWOO..BOST) | BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeraete GmbH| Electrolux Group | Samsung Electronics | Panasonic North America | Midea Group| Arçelik arplaza ev ürünleri tic. a.ş. | IFB Industries Ltd | Godrej Appliances (Div Of Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Limited) | Beko Corporate| GE Appliances, a Haier company | Kenmore| Toshiba | Hisense Group | Mirc Electronics (ONIDA) | Vestel| SKYWORTH | amana | Frigidaire Home Products | Speed Queen | PRIMUS Global Technologies Pvt Ltd | Huebsch | UNIMAC - United Maintenance and Contracting Company | Dawlance | Altus Group | Blomberg USA| ARSTILDefy Security | Grundig Security | Gorenje do Brasil | ASKO APPLIANCES AB | Cylinda | Miele | Sharp Electronics Corporation USA | Electra | VoltasBeko | Videocon Telecommunications Ltd | Haier #miniwashingmachine #portableappliances #laundrysolutions #compactliving Top of Form Bottom of Form  

Robotic room service and automated kitchens are the future of hospitality. But what happens when the network lags? A delayed order. A failed smart-room control. A dissatisfied guest. In a new article, Mike Hicks of Cisco ThousandEyes explains that intelligent automation is only as good as its "invisible backbone": the network. Success isn't about who automates first, but who can maintain a flawless experience when connectivity inevitably fails. #HospitalityTech #GuestExperience #Automation #IoT #NetworkPerformance #Cisco https://lnkd.in/gABZ5fYN

🔐 Food Safety Under Digital Transformation: The Future Is Already Here Food safety is entering a new era — one where data, automation, and real-time visibility are transforming how we manage quality on the shop floor. As industries scale and consumer expectations rise, digital transformation is no longer optional; it’s a business necessity. Here’s how digitalization is reshaping food safety in 2025: ✅ 1. Real-Time Monitoring & IoT Sensors Smart sensors now track temperature, humidity, hygiene, and cross-contamination risks instantly. No more waiting for end-of-shift checks — deviations are flagged the moment they occur. ✅ 2. Automated Compliance & E-Audits Digital platforms enable paperless documentation, automated traceability, and faster audit readiness. E-audits are reducing manual errors and giving QA teams more time to focus on continuous improvement. ✅ 3. Advanced Pathogen Detection Rapid testing tools, AI-based detection, and predictive analytics are improving accuracy and cutting down waiting time for results — strengthening preventive food safety. ✅ 4. Predictive Quality Analytics Machine learning models analyze trends, customer complaints, and process deviations to predict issues before they happen. This shifts food safety from reactive to truly preventive. ✅ 5. Supply Chain Transparency Blockchain and cloud systems are helping companies trace raw materials from farm to fork, building trust and faster recall capability. --- 🌐 Digital transformation is not just about technology It’s about improving food safety culture, enabling faster decisions, supporting regulatory compliance, and ultimately protecting consumers. Food companies that embrace digital tools today will be the ones leading tomorrow. 💬 What digital tools have you implemented in your facility? How has it changed your daily operations? #FoodSafety #DigitalTransformation #FoodIndustry #FoodTechnology #QualityAssurance #FSSC22000 #HACCP #QMS