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The Global Reach and Sustainable Impact of Green RFID Technology

Retail TouchPoints

After all, studies show that consumers care more about the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions than ever before. RFID Technology and Sustainability RFID technology is the key for retail businesses to unlock greater sustainability and efficiency in their supply chain management.

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India’s DTC boom: Fuelled by technology and Millennials

Inside Retail

Even if only a fraction of these users convert into consumers, it spells immense profitability for retail brands. This is precisely what direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands have been capitalising on in recent years. Technological innovations have streamlined supply-chain management and warehouse operations.

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Trillions in revenue and a million jobs: Unpacking JD.com’s 20-year roadmap

Inside Retail

In 2014, it formed a strategic partnership with Tencent, giving JD exclusive access to the tech giant’s WeChat and Mobile QQ platforms, and became China’s first major e-commerce company to list on the NASDAQ stock exchange.

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How Tmall Global is overcoming the challenges of China’s zero-Covid policy

Inside Retail

Back in October, the online marketplace teamed up with global real estate giant Simon and Shop Premium Outlets to bring US brands to Chinese consumers through a series of livestream shopping events. The company is also doing virtual walkthroughs of stores for its consumers. Global Shopping Festival and throughout the holiday season.

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How to join the dots between seemingly disparate customer demands; sustainability and value

365 Retail

For the last decade, sustainability has been growing in the consumer consciousness; nearly 70% say it is important to buy from brands committed to sustainability. Research suggests that these high prices put consumers off sustainable options , so what do retailers do? Offer lower prices and put the planet in jeopardy?