Pune, India: Indian supermarkets may soon witness a major shift in how customers shop and pay. Welquanix Technologies, an Indian deep-tech startup, has announced the development of an advanced AI-powered smart checkout solution designed to eliminate long queues, reduce billing time, and improve the overall shopping experience for Indian consumers.
Founded by Abhishek Patnaik, Founder from Vishakhapatnam and CEO, and Amol Gavhankar, Co-Founderfrom Pune, Welquanix Technologies is building an India-first checkout automation platform that addresses some of the most persistent challenges in Indian retail, including rising manpower costs, slow billing processes, and customer frustration at checkout counters.
Addressing a Critical Bottleneck in Indian Retail
India’s retail sector is expanding rapidly, driven by urbanization, rising consumption, and digital payments. However, checkout infrastructure has not evolved at the same pace. Customers frequently face long waiting times at billing counters, while retailers struggle with operational inefficiencies, staff dependency, and billing inaccuracies.
Although self-checkout technologies exist globally, most imported solutions are expensive, require extensive store redesigns, and are optimized for Western retail environments. These systems often fail to perform reliably in Indian supermarkets, where high footfall, dense layouts, and diverse product packaging are common.
“Indian retail needs solutions that are built specifically for Indian conditions,” said Abhishek Patnaik, Founder and CEO of Welquanix Technologies. “Most global systems are not designed for the complexity and scale of our market. We are solving this problem from the ground up.
Introducing WELL GO! AI Smart Express Checkout
Welquanix’s flagship offering, WELL GO! AI Smart Checkout, uses computer vision, edge AI, and a smart tunnel checkout mechanism to automate the billing process. Customers enter the store using a secure QR code or face-based session, shop normally, and complete checkout by simply walking through a designated smart zone.
AI cameras detect and track products in real time, automatically creating a virtual cart. Final verification with the highly accuracy rate of 100% completes by smart tunnel AI technology. Payment is completed instantly via UPI, removing the need for manual scanning or standing in queues. The system operates on edge computing, ensuring consistent performance even in high-traffic stores and areas with limited internet connectivity. The start-up is exploring the payments with palm technology which will be first in India.
A Zero Upfront Cost Model for Retailers
One of the most disruptive aspects of Welquanix’s solution is its retailer-friendly business model. The company offers its AI checkout technology with no upfront fees, removing a major adoption barrier in the Indian market.
Retailers can deploy advanced AI-powered checkout systems without investing heavily in hardware or store redesign. This makes automation accessible not only to large retail chains but also to mid-size supermarkets and regional grocery stores.
“Our goal is to enable growth, not create financial risk for retailers,” said Amol Gavhankar, Co-Founder of Welquanix Technologies. “By eliminating upfront costs, we allow retailers to adopt AI-driven checkout with confidence and minimal capital burden.”
The Team Behind the Technology
Welquanix’s solution is being built by a focused team of engineers and industry partners. Varshini G. and Nikita G., both Embedded Engineers, are responsible for developing and optimizing the AI hardware and edge computing systems that power the platform. Their work ensures accuracy, speed, and reliability in real-world retail environments.
Mr. Maheshwar L. , a key partner, supports strategic deployment and operational alignment, helping bridge the gap between advanced AI technology and on-ground retail execution.
Fundraising and Expansion Plans
Welquanix Technologies is currently raising funds to accelerate product development, expand pilot deployments, and scale the solution across supermarkets and retail chains in multiple Indian cities. The company is inviting early-stage and growth-stage investors to participate in what it sees as a high-potential opportunity at the intersection of artificial intelligence, retail automation, and India’s vast brick-and-mortar market.
Shaping the Future of Shopping in India
As India continues its rapid digital transformation, driven by smartphone adoption and UPI-led payments, AI-powered checkout solutions are expected to become a core part of modern retail infrastructure. Welquanix Technologies believes its platform can redefine everyday shopping by making it faster, simpler, and more efficient for millions of Indian consumers.
For more details about Welquanix Technologies, visit www.welquanix.com.
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