We are proud to present the 21 entries from 12 countries in this year’s ‘Smartest Store in the World’ competition. These stores represent the very best in innovation and showcase how technology is driving a better customer experience and improving productivity across our industry.
Thank you to the teams that accepted the invitation to be part of this global programme. We’re proud to showcase the incredible work they’ve put into delivering outstanding innovation. These competitions support our ongoing initiative to elevate industry learning by sharing and celebrating success.
Here are the 21 entries for our inaugural year:
7-Eleven, China
7-Eleven, Philippines
24SJU, Sweden
bk World, Germany
Canadian Tire, Canada
Carma Coffee, UK
Chestnut Market, USA
Continente, Portugal
eccovia, Germany
FairPrice, Singapore
FamilyMart, China
What Next?
Our global panel of expert judges have begun their evaluation. Their aggregated scores will result in our 2026 shortlist, which will be announced on 30 April. Once the shortlist is revealed, online voting will open, giving the global industry the opportunity to vote for their top three stores. Voting will close on 4 June.
The winner will be announced on 17 June online and at NACS Convenience Summit Europe in Poland.
The ‘Smartest Store in the World’ competition is hosted by Insight Research and NACS along with Accenture serving as the official Knowledge Partner. It’s sponsored by:
Invenco, VenHub and Plexor.
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