Family-owned grocer deploys autonomous shelf-scanning technology to strengthen shelf visibility,
pricing accuracy, and in-store execution
LINCOLN, Neb., June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- B&R Stores, Inc., the family-owned grocery operator behind banners including Russ's Market, Allen's, Super Saver and Cash Saver, introduced Simbe's Store Intelligence™ platform, powered by the world's first autonomous shelf-scanning robot, Tally, to select locations in Lincoln, Nebraska. By capturing real-time, shelf-level data on product availability, pricing, and placement, Simbe's Tally provides B&R store teams the visibility to respond faster and elevate the shopper experience.
Inside the rollout
Why it matters
For industry operators, this is another data point in the structural change reshaping the markets sector. Watch for follow-on moves from competitors and reactions from key channel partners in the coming quarters.
Family-owned grocer deploys autonomous shelf-scanning technology to strengthen shelf visibility,
pricing accuracy, and in-store execution
LINCOLN, Neb., June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- B&R Stores, Inc., the family-owned grocery operator behind banners including Russ's Market, Allen's, Super Saver and Cash Saver, introduced Simbe's Store Intelligence™ platform, powered by the world's first autonomous shelf-scanning robot, Tally, to select locations in Lincoln, Nebraska. By capturing real-time, shelf-level data on product availability, pricing, and placement, Simbe's Tally provides B&R store teams the visibility to respond faster and elevate the shopper experience.
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