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TikTok Shop Officially Debuts in the U.S.

Retail TouchPoints

TikTok Shop will now bring shoppable videos and livestreams directly to For You feeds across the country, and give brands, merchants and creators the tools to sell directly through shoppable content on the TikTok app.” Digital Service (USDS). reads the company announcement. The company also reiterated that all TikTok-protected U.S.

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Regulation is Coming to POS Finance: Why Responsible Lending Will Benefit Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

As economic pressures and living costs surge, more people than ever are considering using point-of-service (POS) finance — such as buy now, pay later and installment loans — to manage their cashflow. It is in nobody’s interest to onboard financially delinquent customers or customers with affordability problems.

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How the POS Can Help Retailers Prepare for the Holidays

Star Miconics

Where the Point-of-Sale Comes In. One of the most central areas in any retail store is the point-of-sale (POS). The POS is where the payment process begins and ends, and the entire customer experience there must be seamless. Self-Service Kiosks. Mobile Payments. Online Ordering.

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2024 Industry Trend Guide

Storis

The Potential of Promotions The NRF found deals and promotions were top motivators for a 2% YoY increase in Cyber Week shoppers. can also bolster sales in 2024. Partnerships with local brands and influencers through store-within-store concepts or pop-up events can be strategic ways to cross-promote. Statista projects 94.7

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Behind the Scenes of TikTok Shop with a Pioneering U.S. Seller

Retail TouchPoints

We’ve been able to sell lots and lots and lots of products, to the point that TikTok is quickly becoming one of our larger [points of sale].” He also said that TikTok “have been really great partners” throughout the process as he and his team encounter challenges or have feedback.

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The Rise of Social Commerce: How Retailers Can Leverage Social Media

Star Miconics

I will also show how Star Micronics is leading innovation in mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) hardware for businesses entering and thriving in the online ordering space. Offer Exclusive Social Media Discounts Encourage purchases directly through social platforms by offering special discounts and promotions exclusive to your followers.

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12 Best Ecommerce Platforms and Software for Your Online Store

Small Biz Trends

Besides having a brick-and-mortar shop, going online to offer your products and services comes with lots of opportunities for your business. An eCommerce platform is a software application that helps businesses sell products and services online. This means users don’t have to buy web hosting or install software anywhere.