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Shekel AI and Scobie McIntosh Group have been shortlisted for the 2026 Retail Systems Awards in the QSR Technology Innovation of the Year category. The nomination recognizes their autonomous vending solution, which uses #WeightAI™ to eliminate the 15–20% error rates common in camera-based systems. This technology enables 24/7 frictionless retail with 99.98% uptime and zero billing errors, significantly increasing transaction values for UK hospitality operators.
How #WeightAI™ Solves Modern QSR Challenges
Retail and hospitality operators currently face a "convergence of pressures": rising labor costs, peak-hour congestion, and the need for fresh, 24/7 food options. Traditional vending and camera-only systems often fail due to high error rates and privacy concerns. #WeightAI™ addresses these at the architectural level:- Precision Identification: Every product has a unique weight signature, ensuring near-zero error rates.
- Privacy-First Tracking: Real-time inventory management with zero cameras and zero privacy risk.
- Autonomous Efficiency: Full remote management allows for 24/7 operation with no on-site staff.
Measurable Outcomes in the UK Market
Deployed by Scobie McIntosh, leveraging 135 years of hospitality service expertise, the partnership has transformed underutilized off-peak spaces into consistent revenue streams.| Metric | Outcome |
| Transaction Value | 2.7x higher than traditional vending |
| System Uptime | 99.98% |
| Billing Accuracy | 100% (Zero errors) |
| Operational Impact | 24/7 high-value revenue without staff |