ZoomSystems specializes in the design, technology, software development, and operation of Automated Retail stores.[1] ZoomSystems technology and services support automated, self-service retail stores called ZoomShops located in airports,[2] malls, military bases and retailers.
ZoomSystems service offerings include location procurement, supply chain integration, inventory management, account management, creative services and project management. The company has partnered with well-known brands to open over 1,000 ZoomShops across the U.S., Europe and Japan. ZoomShop product offerings include brands such as Best Buy, Apple, Verizon, Macy's, Reebok, Proactiv Solution and Body Shop.[3]
Product types currently offered in ZoomShops include consumer electronics, cosmetics, wireless accessories and apparel.
ZoomSystems corporate headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA. Investors include Goldman Sachs, Sierra Ventures, Starfish Ventures, NeoCarta Ventures and Motorola Ventures.[4]
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In 2002, after several years of research and development to create the kiosk, Gower Smith, a serial entrepreneur, founded ZoomSystems (New Zoom, Inc.). Two years later, in 2004, ZoomSystems partnered with the Sanyo to develop an automated delivery hardware system and developed the software that operates each ZoomShop. The typical ZoomShop allows the consumer to purchase products using a touch screen interface. Once a product is purchased the robotic arm delivers it into the pickup box and charges the consumer's credit card.[5]
Each ZoomShop is designed to scale onto the internet-ready, networked platform.
In October 2006, ZoomSystems entered into an agreement with Federated Department Stores to test more than 100 ZoomShops within retailer Macy’s.[6] After the test, Macy's decided to rollout e-Spot ZoomShops as a replacement for the Electronics department in over 400 locations.[7] Over 100 Best Buy Express ZoomShops have rolled out into airports and malls across the U.S. carrying products from Apple and many other electronics brands.