Launched in April 2024, the CAPE project has already marked significant milestones in its journey to reshape the future of retail. In this blog, we’ll take you through the key highlights and updates so far, from the exciting kickoff meeting to our LinkedIn updates and recent conference presentations. Join us as we dive into CAPE's progress and explore how this ambitious project is making waves in retail technology and innovation. With a strong focus on customer experience and operational efficiency, CAPE is set to redefine how we engage with the retail world. Our team’s dedication to leveraging AI and IoT technologies continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the industry.
Project CAPE Kick off

Project CAPE launched with a dynamic kickoff meeting this April, uniting experts from Europe and Asia to innovate within the retail sector by integrating advanced technologies like AI and IoT. The collaborative session established CAPE's vision to create seamless, personalized shopping experiences, while addressing technical, privacy, and market transformation challenges. A roadmap of key milestones was outlined to guide the project’s development, emphasizing synergy among the 16 partner organizations. With a strong foundation set, Project CAPE aims to empower both businesses and consumers, driving sustainability and new growth opportunities in retail.
Project CAPE LinkedIn Page

The CAPE project’s LinkedIn page serves as a dynamic hub for sharing our journey, innovations, and insights as we work to transform the retail sector. Regular updates showcase our progress on use cases, highlight key milestones like the kickoff meeting, and feature upcoming events and conferences where CAPE is presented. Through LinkedIn, we engage with a community of industry professionals, academics, and tech enthusiasts, sharing valuable content on topics such as AI-driven personalization, IoT applications, and advancements in employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Follow us to stay informed about how CAPE is reshaping the future of retail and smart manufacturing with cutting-edge technology and collaborative expertise.
The CAPE project team was thrilled to participate in the "Artificial Intelligence Applications in the Business World" workshop at Gebze Technical University, where the latest AI advancements in aviation, retail, and industrial sectors were highlighted. This event provided a fantastic platform to discuss how CAPE is driving innovation in retail technology, particularly through its use of AI-driven personalization, customer engagement, and smart manufacturing. Our partners showcased AI applications that align with CAPE's mission, from sensor technologies enhancing store operations to sentiment analysis tools elevating customer interactions. This collaboration reinforces CAPE's commitment to harnessing AI for transformative business solutions, and we look forward to building on these insights as we continue shaping the future of retail and smart environments
