Computer vision system for product recommendations for insoles and shoes

The customer

CURREX develops and sells scientifically based, sport-specific insoles with the aim of maximizing fit and performance. Since 2023, the company has been part of the US-based Foundation Wellness Group, a leading provider of orthopaedic and foot health solutions. Within the group, CURREX enhances the product portfolio through its strong presence in the sports insole market and its technological expertise.

The challenge

CURREX brings deep understanding in biomechanics, gait analysis and foot typology. However, online retail conversions were low, largely because customers didn’t know their own foot type, a crucial factor in selecting the right insole. The goal was to merge domain knowledge with AI to digitalize foot classification, remove friction from the buying process, and drive sales. online sales.

Additionally, CURREX aimed to position itself as a digital innovator in the market. Merantix Momentum was selected as the AI partner to help scale and strategically evolve the business model through technology.

The Momentum team is running our Computer Vision pipelines reliably at scale in a fully managed manner
Hinrich Dreiling
Ex-CEO

Solution

Merantix Momentum developed a computer vision pipeline to analyze images of customers' feet: segmenting the foot and classifying it into a foot type. This classification is then used to match the customer with the most suitable insole, taking into account their sport and use case. The solution was deployed as an interactive web application and embedded directly into the CURREX website.

Based on the success of the initial project, a second system was developed: a video-based gait analysis solution for extracting biomechanical keypoints, detecting stance phases, and calculating relevant gait parameters. Both systems are operated by Merantix Momentum, continuously improved, and optimized for scalability.

Results & effects

CURREX has successfully positioned itself as a digital pioneer in the market and was honored with the ISPO Award 2022 for its innovative approach.

100%

Automation of the selection and purchase process (incl. recommendation, assignment and checkout)

<2 %

Classification error when assigning the optimal insole

Overview

About the company
  • CURREX is a German provider of high-performance insoles for athletes
  • Foundation Wellness is a U.S.-based manufacturer of insoles and orthopedic health products
  • Foundation Wellness is the parent company of CURREX GmbH
  • Within the Group, CURREX plays a strategically important role in the area of sport and technology

Implemented services
  • Analysis of online conversion in the web store
  • Design of an AI-supported sales process for insoles
  • Development of a computer vision system for foot type classification and product recommendation
  • Implementation of a video-based gait analysis for footwear recommendations
  • Strategic consulting for digital business development
  • Ongoing operation, maintenance, and optimization of the software systems

Project period
01/2021 - today (operation)
SHARE

Get in touch with us

  • Critical and holistic evaluation of the approach
  • Development of guidelines for reliable implementation
  • Free of charge and without obligation

Please provide your phone number so we can contact you regarding your inquiry.

Subscribe to the Merantix Momentum Newsletter now.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Get in touch with us

  • Critical and holistic evaluation of the approach
  • Development of guidelines for reliable implementation
  • Free of charge and without obligation

Please provide your phone number so we can contact you regarding your inquiry.

Subscribe to the Merantix Momentum Newsletter now.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.