A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) reported first-quarter 2026 results on Monday, revealing continued momentum as the company shifts from pilot programs to scaled commercial deployments of its AI-powered smart carts. The company disclosed a contracted backlog of approximately $195 million, representing more than 19,000 smart carts scheduled for deployment through 2027, signaling strong demand for its in-store retail technology.
According to the press release, A2Z Cust2Mate also highlighted approximately 2,500 cumulative smart cart deliveries to date, along with expanded manufacturing and international support infrastructure. The company noted growing retail media monetization, which allows retailers and brands to engage shoppers at the point of purchase through targeted advertising on the smart cart screens.
To support continued growth, A2Z Cust2Mate recently secured approval for a $30 million non-dilutive contract-backed credit facility. This funding is expected to help the company scale production and meet the rising demand from retailers adopting its connected commerce platform.
The Cust2Mate Smart Cart transforms everyday shopping carts into AI-powered platforms that provide real-time shopper data, personalized offers, and seamless checkout experiences. The technology helps retailers increase revenue, optimize store operations, and reduce losses, while enabling brands to deliver targeted retail media at the moment purchase decisions are made.
“The company’s Q1 results reflect a clear transition from pilots to commercial scale, with a strong backlog and growing interest from retailers globally,” the report noted. The international expansion and manufacturing upgrades position A2Z Cust2Mate to serve a broader customer base as smart cart adoption accelerates.
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The results underscore the growing importance of in-store retail technology as brick-and-mortar stores seek to compete with e-commerce by offering personalized, data-driven shopping experiences. With the smart cart market still in its early stages, A2Z Cust2Mate’s ability to scale deployment and monetize retail media could have significant implications for the retail industry, potentially reshaping how shoppers interact with brands and retailers in physical stores.
