Pinky 2.0 – Revolutionizing Shopper Engagement for Independent Grocers

+15% Boost in Clip & Redemption Rates

Announcing Pinky 2.0: Revolutionizing Shopper Engagement for Independent Grocers

New York, January 23, 2025 In a significant leap forward for independent grocers, the
introduction of artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize shopper engagement and retail success.
AppCard, renowned for offering personalized marketing, shopper analytics, and digital coupons,
has announced Pinky 2.0, an innovation that promises to boost the relevance of coupons and
further optimize consumer behavior tracking by using cutting-edge AI. These advancements will
enhance grocery shopping experiences, driving higher customer retention and stronger coupon
redemption rates.


Pinky 2.0’s new capabilities are grounded in personalized, data-driven insights, empowering
independent grocers to serve shoppers with precisely what they need at the right moment. Key
among the features is the ability to highlight the most relevant coupons for shoppers, based on
their historical purchase activity and coupon engagement. With Pinky 2.0, a shopper’s
behavior—whether they have engaged with coupons previously or not—is now a significant factor
in determining which offers are presented to them. This allows for a hyper-targeted approach to
coupon display, ensuring that the offers are not only personalized but also aligned with each
shopper’s unique habits.


The collaborative algorithm built into Pinky 2.0, can infer shopper preferences by analyzing
behavior patterns across similar customers. This machine-learning technology creates a more
accurate picture of what drives purchase decisions, leveraging insights from a collective shopper
pool to refine coupon recommendations. As a result, each shopper’s experience becomes more
tailored and effective over time.

The results speak for themselves: A/B testing has demonstrated impressive gains, with +15%
increases in both coupon clip rates and redemption rates. These figures reflect not only the power
of the enhanced system but also the growing appetite among consumers for rewards that feel
relevant, timely and personal.

Quotes from Leadership

Jeremy Rabe, AppCard’s Chief Growth Officer, said: “These enhancements mark a transformative
moment for independent grocers. By tailoring offers and recommendations to individual shoppers
based on their behavior and preferences, we’re not just improving redemption rates—we’re
enhancing the overall shopping experience. This is the future of personalized retail, and we’re
proud to be leading the way.”

Assaf Sinvani, VP of Research and Development, said: “The collaborative algorithm is a
game-changer. By factoring in different shopper segments and leveraging data from similar
customer profiles, we can predict and cater to a much wider range of preferences. This kind of
precision is what makes the system stand out in a crowded marketplace.”

Andrey Rubshtein, Lead AI Scientist, said: “We are leveraging state-of-the-art algorithms to deliver
the best possible customer experience. It’s exciting to witness the intersection of technology and
business needs. We remain committed to advancing and refining cutting-edge technology.”
The Future of Grocery Retail
Independent grocers, armed with enhanced marketing and analytics tools, are poised to not only
compete with larger retail chains but thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
With the newly introduced features, grocers now have the tools to unlock more significant
shopper engagement, driving loyalty and maximizing the impact of every coupon distributed. It’s a
new era in grocery retail, and the possibilities are endless.

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