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TikTok Shop Officially Debuts in the U.S.

Retail TouchPoints

It might have been the worst-kept secret in retail, but after months of unconfirmed reports , behind-the-scenes testing and tales from the front lines , TikTok has finally, formally launched its new ecommerce offering — TikTok Shop. in November 2022. reads the company announcement. The company also reiterated that all TikTok-protected U.S.

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How Streamlining Digital Checkout Boosted Polywood Conversions Nearly 50%

Retail TouchPoints

In 2017, Polywood had a great product sustainability story (its outdoor furniture is made from 100% recycled plastic and comes with a 20-year guarantee) and a solid launching pad for direct-to-consumer sales (a 27 -year history of selling through big box, home improvement and specialty patio stores). It was an involved, intense process.

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Pandemic Shifts Shine a Light on Importance of Modern Point of Sale

Retail Minded

Did you know that point of sale systems date back to 1879 when the first one was invented by American shopkeeper James Ritty. With stores taking control of their inventory management, selling channels, distribution experiences and shipping, they also recognized that customers wanted to be in control, as well.

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What retailers need to know about the return of in-store shopping

Inside Retail

In-store shopping has rebounded post-pandemic. But while a retreat from online sales was predicted, the speed and scale of shoppers returning to bricks-and-mortar stores was less anticipated. However, post-pandemic physical shopping is a different beast to the olden days.

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Why Retailers’ Obsession with Conversion is Keeping Them from…Converting

Retail TouchPoints

It’s no secret that retailers and brands have become obsessed with driving conversion in their quest to recover the more than half of shoppers who abandon checkout before completing their purchase. Maximizing that combination of factors can be accomplished at checkout, as long as it’s not stripped of all its goodness.

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How Retail Returns Influence Customer Retention

Retail TouchPoints

Online shopping is arguably the most convenient purchasing experience. A person can be anywhere at any time, search your online shop, press a button, and magically a shipment arrives at their door. Oh, ship… Inflation has been increasing, which likely means you’re being mindful of the economy.

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Star Micronics Introduces A New Line of mG-T Scales, Innovative Designs For Point Of Sale

Star Miconics

Star Micronics releases the mG-T12, mG-T30, and mG-T60 point-of-sale scales built for accuracy. Somerset, NJ – March 28, 2022 – Continuing its philosophy of “Always Leading – Always Innovating,” Star Micronics presents its new line of point-of-sale (POS) scales, the mG-T Series. cdorner@starmicronics.com 848-216-3318.