Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2021

Year-long exposure to early promotions, free shipping, and contactless commerce has given customers higher expectations for personalisation, service, and omnichannel transactions. Indeed, 79 per cent of consumers say that the customer experience is as important as a brand’s products and services.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 26, 2022

A goal of the Univrs retail shop is to add to the customer experience of going to Universal Studios, which is why it is located on the premises, rather than in a shopping centre or other location. Our focus is creating trend-right styles [and] using fan-favourite characters and on-screen moments in creative ways.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

At the close of every calendar year it’s customary to pen a post about trends and predictions for the upcoming year. This year, like most, catalyzed some nascent trends and kicked a few in the teeth. But let’s be real here. Is that even possible coming out of a year like 2020?

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Fashion Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

and is giving fresh insights around consumer behavior, omnichannel, retail formats or loyalty. collects geolocation and proximity data from devices that are … More Retail Trends, by Placer.ai Ethan Chernofsky is the VP of Marketing at Placer.ai

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Retail Customer Experience

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As the year closes out, and 2024 budgets are finalized, the c-store industry will likely see more plans announced for the installation of self-service technology.

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Retail Pro

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Powerful POS & retail management platform for better retail experiences ✓ Replenishment & inventory management ✓ Customer & employee management ✓ Available on iOS, Android, and Windows ✓ For mobile, laptop, and desktop devices ✓ Robust … Continue reading → The post Retail – What’s causing tension in your customer experience?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2020

Earlier this year, we released a report, titled “The Best Vision is Insight,” outlining our predictions for the top retail trends of 2020. Now, the newfound immediacy of the trends has, if anything, made them more insightful.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2020

But crucially, that’s not the exclusive role of online experiences. Almost half of the survey respondents also cited in-person customer experiences as a top focus for personalization. Retailers are already responding. Adidas’s “Run Genie” technology lets consumers attach pods to shoes before going on a short run.

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Rangeme

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Many retailers are focusing on how they can offer customer experiences rather than simply serving as transactional venues. This could mean a superior product-discovery experience – with an app to help customers navigate the aisles or product grouping that mirrors the online experience. New world, new space.

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Retail Bound

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Retailers can use virtual reality technology to create immersive experiences for customers, allowing them to try on clothes or test out products before making a purchase. This not only enhances the customer experience but also reduces the need for physical product samples.

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Independent Retailer

JANUARY 20, 2022

Shoppers are hungry for positive, meaningful, and emotional touchpoints, so businesses should aim to go beyond mere transactions and offer comfort and care as part of their customer experiences. The post 5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022 appeared first on Independent Retailer.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MARCH 11, 2022

By Tricia McKinnon For as much as we hear the words “the customer experience” the experience we have with many retailers often feels less than ideal. In defence of the retail industry delighting customers is not an easy thing to do. Know your customer’s name. Sephora does an excellent job of this.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2020

COVID-19 is reshaping the retail landscape, but many of the major changes taking place represent an acceleration of existing trends. That’s why retailers and their ecosystem partners can better prepare for the future by understanding where they were already headed and compare it to the new trajectories created by the coronavirus.

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Retail Times

APRIL 6, 2021

Customers today are voting with their wallets and choosing retailers focused on creating an enhanced customer experience. Whether it’s curbside pick up, cause based marketing, or social shopping — the way retailers are doing business is rapidly evolving. Improved inventory tracking.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 23, 2023

Customers can try on and test apparel under these simulated conditions (no sales inventory is available on-site), and then purchases are shipped directly to their homes. Personalization is also a key retail trend, and phygital approaches provide opportunities for a new level of tailored experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 20, 2021

Today, every single variable in customer behavior can be utilized to decipher even the most nuanced preferences. By keeping a close eye on customer data, you can not only adapt your offerings in real time but also predict future retail trends and fuel new product creation centered exactly around your customers’ wants and needs.

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I Vend

AUGUST 13, 2023

Retail is one of the most highly competitive sectors in the business world* – it’s a tough environment, with constant industry changes. Retail trends show that every year increasing numbers of retailers shut their doors for the last time**, impacting hundreds of stores and thousands of employees.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 12, 2021

The first day is also jam-packed with discussion around the topics currently dominating retail discourse as the vaccine rollout begins. Google Maps Customer Journeys, Equality Lounge Explores Diversity and Inclusion.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

He noted that AI technology will increasingly be utilised by retailers throughout the year, as they continue to personalise communications and product strategy to the consumer. The delivery of digital technology into the retail environment are some of the areas where change is really taking place,” he said.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

They’re the essential expenses that effectively set the table for conducting any retail business. And, according to KPMG’s 2018 Retail Trends Report , they account for up to 14% of the retailer’s overall cost of doing business. Vishal Patel is VP of Product Marketing and Technology at Ivalua.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 12, 2020

It’s easy to see why Retail TouchPoints and RetailX chose “The Big Acceleration” as the theme for the 6 th annual Retail Innovation Conference (#RIC20), being held virtually Oct. That’s because the coronavirus pandemic has, for better or worse, dramatically sped up a number of long-brewing retail trends.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

” Soon after lockdowns ended, InStitchu re-opened all its Australian showrooms, boosted its staff levels, and got back into what it does best: helping customers get the perfect fit in clothes made to measure and made to last with sustainable materials. A well-tailored customer experience.

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Wiser

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The acceleration of the “brickandmortar.com” trend due to COVID-19 emphasizes the blending of eCommerce and traditional retail spaces. Harnessing the power of data, Wiser Solutions empowers businesses to fine-tune their approaches to meet the ever-changing landscape of retail.

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Indigo 9 Digital

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

But you may quickly realize that behind the jokes and witty banter is a team of very intelligent and savvy communicators. Do you like this content?

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Inside Retail

MAY 8, 2022

Their quality, styling and the way they adopt the latest trends to their collections are a real niche in the industry, which is highly inspiring. A local retailer would be Aje, whom I believe are offering unique product and customer experience within their stores and online.

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Small Biz Trends

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Use AI-powered Personalization to Optimize the Customer Experience. The customer experience (CX) on your site can be the difference between a satisfied customer and a tick on your bounce rate. These interactions and experiences can be missing with an e-commerce store, leaving the shopping experience feeling cold.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

This new way of shopping is a powerful retail trend toward simplifying, speeding and improving the online shopping experience. That’s why Synchrony partnered with payments startup Skipify, which enables purchases instantly across email, text, social and other channels. Give young shoppers options to pay for goods.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2021

The same Retail Dive survey also notes that 49% of customers like to buy from physical stores because they want to buy now and fast. That said, improving the in-store customer experience can delight your customers and increase sales. 62% of customers buy more than what initially intended during in-store shopping.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 3, 2020

This segment also is the most likely to continue to shop in physical stores, so retailers can design their stores and the activities within their stores with experience-seekers in mind. RTP: The Future Consumer Index also identifies some retail trends. Orschell: For me, there were three surprises.

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Retail Bound

APRIL 23, 2024

Focusing on Customer Experience In the retail industry, customer experience is key. Product startups must focus on providing a memorable and seamless customer experience to stand out from their competitors. With the rise of online shopping, consumers have more options than ever before.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 28, 2020

Numerous industry experts have commented that COVID-19 has accelerated many existing retail trends, most notably consumers’ embrace of digital commerce. But what do those who are directly involved in decision-making — marketers on one side, consumers on the other — really think about this shift?

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Existing H&M store will also undergo remodel – with sustainability and customer experience will at core . The site will also place customer experience as its heart – boasting a new, bespoke interior, with an emphasis on creating a warmer, more welcoming and relaxed environment for shoppers to enjoy.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

“Our edge is our passion for the sector and focus on the shopper, supported by innovative technology,” Mittoni says about the return of Toys ‘R’ Us to the UK. “The previous Toys ‘R’ Us businesses in Australia and the UK achieved revenues of almost $900 million across nearly 150 stores. .”

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I Vend

JANUARY 9, 2022

A new year is a time to look forward and think about what will shape the future, and in this, my first article of the year, I’ll be exploring the top five trends in retail technology for 2022. iVend Retail Management Suite iVend’s retail technology is delivering innovation in retail.

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A1 Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Mattress Online, a UK independent mattress retailer, has strengthened its team with six new hires as home working continues to drive retail trends. During the pandemic, Rotherham-based Mattress Online saw turnover leap to £37.5m fuelled by stay-at-home spending on DIY and homeware.

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Star Miconics

JULY 7, 2023

It offers profound insights into the dynamic world of retail technology, with every episode highlighting unique perspectives from industry leaders and innovators. Future predictions about the retail industry’s trajectory based on current trends and challenges. Loving the podcast? Let’s rise together!

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Indigo 9 Digital

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Under this model brands have more control over merchandising, pricing and the customer experience. If we want to enrich the customer experience, we have to think about a range of services like that.” If that was not enough to create an elevated experience, customers can also scan QR codes to access to an extended aisle.

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