Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 20, 2023

With every conversation, my goal is simple: to have candid and at times challenging conversations around some of the industry’s hottest topics and trends. The retailer has built, tested and optimized mobile-based technology to help associates feel equipped, informed and connected to serve customers across all channels.

Advertising 248

Advertising Store Operations Merchant Services Wholesale 248

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Results from Retail TouchPoints’ 2023 Store Operations Survey indicate that hiring and retaining associates, at 70% , and high employee turnover rates, at 67% , are their top challenges. Put managers front and center. Assess technology gaps and make better use of what you have.

Employee Engagement 274

Employee Engagement Store Operations Consumer Management 274

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 15, 2023

However, employee shortages are forcing many organizations to prioritize capabilities that support operating efficiency and store performance over employee engagement and loyalty. Many business leaders, and retailers specifically, plan to increase their investment in digital technology for the frontline.

Employee Engagement 259

Employee Engagement Management Point of Sale Planning 259

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 27, 2022

A pilot program at a European retailer tested a game focused on a specific product knowledge area strategically chosen to sell new Bosch and Siemens high-end washing machines. The 10 stores where associates received the mobile-delivered training saw a 26.2% increase in appliance sales compared to the 10 stores that didn’t use the app.

Employee Engagement 275

Employee Engagement Point of Sale Consumer Management 275

Theatro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Yet, it is increasingly important given the findings from a McKinsey report that revealed that one out of five people in the United States works in the retail and hospitality sector, and at least half of frontline retail workers are thinking about quitting. Invite them to share their insights on how to improve store operations.

Employee Engagement 97

Employee Engagement Store Operations Promotions Management 97

Theatro

APRIL 5, 2023

The retailer wanted to reimagine its customer service and its frontline employee engagement with a modern and accessible solution that would connect its entire team—leadership, groups and individual associates—in real-time. The first was increased labor productivity.

Employee Engagement 52

Employee Engagement Management Location Accounting 52

Mass Relators

JUNE 20, 2022

Simonsen joined Dollar General in 2013, and has held roles in store operations, procurement, pricing, business analytics and merchandising planning. Mary Beth Hawthorne has joined Dollar General as vice president of store operations for the Northeast region.

Promotions 52

Promotions Management Employee Engagement Store Operations 52