WebsiteClient: 7FoodsYear: 2022
7Foods — digital solution case study
A network of self-service smart fridges with QR-code access and automatic charging for items taken.
7Foods is a network of autonomous smart fridges that turns buying ready-to-eat food into a few-second action: the user unlocks the door with a QR code, takes what they need, and the system records the purchase and charges automatically.
Key Functionality
QR AccessInstant fridge-door unlocking via a QR code from the app or a sticker on the device.
Auto-chargeDetection of taken items and cashless charging with no checkout or queues.
Telemetry 24/7Real-time monitoring of temperature, stock levels, and the status of every fridge.
Payment IntegrationConnection to a payment gateway with card linking and saved payment methods.
Admin PanelCentralized management of the device fleet, assortment, and per-location sales analytics.
Implementation Process
01.
IoT Architecture
Designing the link between lock controllers, sensors, and the cloud backend.
02.
QR & Payment
Implementing the QR-access scenario and a secure payment flow.
03.
Backend
Building a fault-tolerant API for telemetry and transaction processing.
04.
Analytics
Dashboards for revenue, product turnover, and device utilization.