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How Hot Topic and Lamps Plus Mastered Inventory Management and More

Retail TouchPoints

Another key challenge for Hot Topic’s inventory management system is ensuring its BOPIS options run smoothly even as it fulfills orders across multiple channels. This includes the POS, which is powered by Manhattan’s order management system.

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The Click Before the Brick: How Digital Shapes Shopping

Retail Focus

It changes how we communicate, work, and shop – often before setting foot inside a store! This phenomenon is known as “The Click Before the Brick,” where digital presence shapes our shopping experiences. Online stores and marketplaces have made it possible to shop from the comfort of your home.

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Circle K Will Retrofit Stores To Pilot Autonomous Checkout

Retail TouchPoints

Circle K will pilot a touchless autonomous checkout solution in one of its Phoenix locations and plans to add the technology to other store locations. We will not have to relocate merchandise, replace shelves or build an entirely new store to implement autonomous checkout.”.

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Canberra cafe deploys Amazon’s Just Walk Out tech in Southern Hemisphere first

Inside Retail

According to the producer, the technology will improve the purchasing experience and eliminate checkout friction, while also streamlining inventory management for the Student Association. Many students living on the CIT Bruce Campus lack easy access to nearby shopping.

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Simon Properties Brings More Delivery and Returns Capabilities to Tenants

Retail TouchPoints

Simon Properties is partnering with Dropit to bring omnichannel inventory management and fulfillment capabilities to its facilities. “Simon’s commitment to shaping the future of retail aligns perfectly with our pursuit of technological innovation,” said Karin Cabili, Founder and CEO of Dropit in a statement.

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IoT in Retail: Top 5 Use Cases and Real-Life Examples

Retail TouchPoints

Inventory management. With innovative inventory tools, retailers can always be sure the necessary goods are in stock in a particular store. Adopting advanced technology in retail stores makes the shopping experience more engaging. Self-checkout. Exceptional customer experience.

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Smart shopping carts, low-code and robots: Welcome to retail tech in 2023

Inside Retail

From smart shopping carts and intelligent buying assistants, to dynamic pricing algorithms and inventory tracking systems, retailers will have access to a wealth of powerful tools that enhance their ability to meet customers’ needs and respond quickly to changes in the market. . Payment systems evolution.