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One of the main differences between the set-up at the Hema Xiansheng outlets in Shanghai is the use of an overhead conveyor system. Known for their fresh food, speed is crucial in fulfilling orders. If you visited a Hema store, you’d see employees rushing around the store with mobile devices, using them to fill just placed online orders. As they fill a shopping bag, they put it on a hanger and touch a button, which sends the bag up towards the ceiling where it’s picked up by an overhead conveyor system.