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Decathlon Reaches 700 Stores Equipped with Vusion Solutions

In a significant advancement for retail technology, Decathlon has recently announced reaching a milestone of 700 stores equipped with Vusion's state-of-the-art digital solutions. This achievement reflects Decathlon's commitment to enhancing operational efficiencies while significantly improving the shopping experience for their customers. With the integration of Vusion's platform, which operates in 54 countries across three continents—Europe, South America, and Asia-Pacific—Decathlon is now leading the way in internationally scaling retail technology solutions.

Decathlon has been recognized as the most attractive retail company in France for 2026, largely attributed to its exceptional customer service practices and innovative approaches. Central to this transformation is Vusion's electronic shelf labels (ESL) that automate price management processes. These labels facilitate instant, synchronized price updates throughout the store, freeing staff from the laborious task of replacing paper price tags. As a result, store employees can focus more on welcoming shoppers, assisting them, and offering personalized service to the sports enthusiasts who frequent their stores.

One of the standout benefits of implementing ESL technology is the enhanced pricing accuracy it provides. The risk of discrepancies between shelf prices and the final prices at checkout has been drastically reduced. This improvement in price transparency not only fosters shopper trust but directly correlates to increased customer satisfaction across Decathlon’s extensive store network. As Xavier Dété, VP of Innovation at Decathlon, stated, "Thanks to the ESLs, we have further improved the in-store shopping experience while increasing our operational efficiency. The widespread deployment of connected shelf labels allows us to concentrate on our core task of advising and serving our sport-loving customers. This project delivers immediate and tangible benefits for both our store teams and shoppers."

Vusion takes pride in its partnership with Decathlon, a globally recognized retail powerhouse esteemed for its brand strength and commitment to sustainability. Sébastien Fourcy, SEVP EMEA at Vusion, emphasized the importance of this collaboration, noting, “This large-scale partnership demonstrates our capability to support leading international retailers and to successfully scale our cutting-edge solutions in the challenging sports retail sector—a market with a significant growth potential, where Vusion continues to expand its leadership position."

From a technological perspective, Decathlon utilizes Vusion’s cloud platform, which seamlessly integrates with its existing Cisco Meraki network infrastructure. This setup enables effortless deployment of ESLs without the need for additional hardware, creating a streamlined process for store operations.

As retailers across the globe continue to adapt to changing consumer demands and technological advancements, Decathlon's strategic use of Vusion’s innovative solutions sets an exemplary standard in the industry. By focusing on improving efficiency and customer satisfaction through smart technologies, Decathlon is not only enhancing its operational capabilities but also reinforcing its position as a leader in the competitive retail landscape.