Computer Vision in Retail

From the Platt Retail Institute, thoughts on further use of computer vision:

Computer Vision Is Here. Now What?
By George Shaw, CEO/CTO, Brain of the Store

By now, you have probably heard about computer vision and recent advances in the field. Compared to even just 10 years ago when computer vision was in its infancy, deep learning software and algorithms now make it possible to accurately recognize objects, faces, and even emotions from common video streams. Additionally, the computer hardware that performs these computer vision operations is advancing at an unusually fast pace. Where do these developments lead? And what happens then? More importantly, what does this all mean for brick and mortar retail?...."