Food waste reduction platform Gander has announced a new integration with ShopMate, one of the UK’s leading EPOS providers.
The integration enables ShopMate retailers to connect seamlessly with the Gander platform, making it easier for stores to identify reduced-to-clear products and share live availability with local shoppers in real time.
ShopMate currently provides EPOS services to more than 4,200 retailers across the UK and is widely used by independent convenience stores, many of which operate under a symbol brand. The new integration represents a significant opportunity to scale Gander’s impact across the convenience sector.
Brian Eagle-Brown, Managing Director at ShopMate, said: “Retailers are under increasing pressure to manage costs, reduce waste and operate more efficiently, without adding complexity in-store. Integrating with Gander allows ShopMate users a practical solution to improve commercial returns and reduce food waste.”
The integration also complements ShopMate’s existing connectivity with Snappy Shopper, helping retailers link EPOS, local e-commerce and waste reduction into a more joined-up digital ecosystem.
From a retailer perspective, the integration leverages the ShopMate handheld scanner and mobile receipt printer to quickly and simply identify products to be displayed with Gander, allowing stores to participate without disrupting day-to-day workflows.
Stacey Williams, business development director at Gander, added: “ShopMate’s scale and strong presence with the wholesalers makes this a really important integration for us. It significantly lowers the barrier for convenience retailers to access Gander and immediately start reducing waste, improving margins and engaging their local communities. This is exactly the kind of partnership that helps us accelerate adoption across the sector.”
The integration further supports Gander’s mission to help retailers reduce food waste while delivering affordability and value to consumers, using existing systems and real-time data rather than manual processes.
