Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Our regular Editor’s Perspectives column offer insights and opinions from the Retail TouchPoints editorial team as they dig into the latest trends in retail, marketing and tech. As a proud classic movie buff, I thought I’d do a little reflecting on shopping scenes from memorable films made about 40 years apart.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 14, 2020

Understanding consumer behaviors will be key to building (or rebuilding) a successful retail business in a post-pandemic world. However, retail marketers often lack the data they need to develop and execute more empathetic messaging. That was bumped to number two, and innovation is at the top this year.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 1, 2022

This drove the 18% sales growth last year in brick-and-mortar stores, while ecommerce sales grew 14%. It’s also why retailers are spending billions on new store openings, up 13% versus 2021. As Target CEO Brian Cornell said, “Our stores are at the very center of our strategy.” Retailers are joining forces.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2023

Connecting the world of physical objects into a smart network, IoT technology brings new business opportunities for retailers and provides data-driven insights for decision-makers. According to Grand View Research , the global IoT retail market was valued at $42.38 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.4%

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Inside Retail

APRIL 16, 2023

In line with the brand’s 170-year-old history of being at the centre of culture, Levi’s offered attendees of the festival a canvas for self-expression as they customised their favourite pieces at the Levi’s Tailorshop. We have also seen a continued acceleration of the casualisation trend across the world.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2021

To do so, marketers are leveraging more data, technologies, and channels to create this type of relevant and customised customer journey. As digital-first shopping is here to stay, retailers must invest in connected experiences — and success hinges on frictionless operations. A unified front has to span the entire customer journey.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 2, 2024

However, Venus et Fleur’s latest location, the luxury gifting brand’s 10th store, at the River Oaks District shopping complex in Houston, Texas, makes the case for bringing back a bold aesthetic. At the heart of the first floor, a grand pink staircase in the shape of an octagon leads customers to the upper floor.

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365 Retail

APRIL 2, 2024

Redefining Private Labels The evolution of private label brands from basic, economical options to key players in the retail market is a reflection of creativity and strategic marketing. This approach not only enhances brand promotion but also significantly boosts sales. With over 555.6

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 28, 2023

It’s not just about what’s hot, it’s about what’s effective,” said Brent Hollowell, Chief Marketing Officer of Volumental , a fit tech company that provides shoe recommendations based on 3D foot scans, retail purchase data and AI.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Retailers will also be remunerated for each scan and redemption of the voucher, creating an opportunity for brands to incentivise store owners and build loyalty. Scan & Save will support brands and retailers’ marketing efforts once the HFSS (high in fat, sugar and salt) legislation comes into force in October 2022.

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Retail Smart Guys

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The pandemic has significantly impacted the world, especially in the retail landscape. It has brought eCommerce and omnichannel to the front seat fostering a digital-driven retail market at present and in the future. As a retailer, you may be panicking about how to keep up with these constant changes.

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Retail Next

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

In today’s world, collecting data and basing decisions on the calculated data is critical to success, especially in the retail market. Ensuring relevancy of products as per demand and the competitive market. With point of sale data collection, you can: Sort customers by brand preference, spend level, purchase category, etc.

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I Vend

JANUARY 17, 2023

At the start of a new year, we naturally look ahead at the trends that the next twelve months will bring. In retail, 2023 is set to still be a time of challenge and flux as the world recovers from the disruption of the pandemic. Retail technology solutions are the answer. between 2022 and 2030 ++.

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Wiser

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Generally speaking, larger companies have merchandisers that are able to work closely with retail marketing teams to create displays that fit in with brand’s overall image and goals. Independent retailers have control over their own displays and can create them without the constraints of a brand’s guidelines.

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365 Retail

AUGUST 17, 2022

To remain competitive in today’s signal-saturated world, retail marketers need to deliver relevant, personalised content throughout the customer journey. Furthermore, real-time offers and content can be 10 times more effective than traditional outbound marketing campaigns. This can drive efficiency and efficacy. .

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I Vend

JUNE 26, 2020

Get future ready Supported by an innovative parent company, COLDWEAR has fast become a leader in the retail sector in Southeast Asia with 13 stores in Singapore and Indonesia. With a primary need for platform flexibility and integration to their existing ERP and eCommerce platforms, iVend Cloud proved to be an excellent match.

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Wiser

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In today’s hyper-competitive retail market, a price match policy may seem like a good idea. Let’s look at the pros and cons of price matching to find out. Price matching’s supporters include some of the biggest names in retail. So, why do many retailers not want this as a part of their businesses?

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DECEMBER 24, 2021

The Retail market landscape has seen significant changes in retail trends and shifts in consumer behavior since the coronavirus breakout, but the industry now appears more optimistic about the growth prospects. In 2022 consumers expect to see the option at checkout rather than find delight in it.

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Retail Bound

APRIL 13, 2024

As Robert Gilbreath, VP of Marketing at ShipStation, a web-based shipping solutions provider, puts it, “Compared to splashy marketing campaigns and new product features, shipping isn’t exactly the sexiest topic. Nate Gilmore, the VP of Marketing at Shipwire, Inc. , ” says Gilmore.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MAY 24, 2022

Online appointment scheduling, touchless shopping in stores, real-time updates on online deliveries, and personalized services are now easier for many as retailers have adapted to new consumer needs and preferences. Focus on technology and message optimization in 2022 Digital Marketing Trends for a more engaging customer experience.

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365 Retail

MAY 6, 2022

Certainly, the combined effects of supply chain disruption as a result of Brexit; the sharper growth in digital-purchasing patterns across all categories as a consequence of lockdowns; and a rising cost base with inflation running at a 30-year high exacerbated by geo-political tensions, will have far-reaching consequences for the industry.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 30, 2023

The webinar series, now available on demand, included case studies from retailers Sweaty Betty and SiteOne that highlighted composable commerce’s flexibility and positive impact on site performance, as well as information on how ChatGPT offers personalization capabilities at scale that had previously not been possible.

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Wiser

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

This is when one retailer agrees to match a lower price from a competitor, typically if the shopper presents evidence of the better price. . In today’s hyper-competitive retail market, price matching may seem like a good idea. Let’s look at the pros and cons of price matching to find out. . And Amazon isn’t alone.

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I Vend

MAY 8, 2024

We take a look at how modern, integrated POS for wine and liquor stores can unlock a future of growth. Our modern POS for wine and liquor stores unlocks growth Read more The global at home alcoholic drinks market is worth $1070 billion and is growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In today’s competitive and connected retail market, one mistake or delay can result in losing ground to a competitor. One of the most powerful tools you should implement to ensure your long-term success is a retail Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. What is a Retail ERP System?

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Shopper Intelligence

OCTOBER 27, 2020

About the author: Bill Bean is Vice President of Insights and Research at Shopper Intelligence USA. He is a nationally recognized American senior marketing executive with expertise in marketing analytics, shopper insights and innovative tech solutions in shopper research. Much has changed in retail.

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I Vend

APRIL 22, 2024

Read more High demand and rapid market innovation are driving up revenues in the sector. Global sales in 2024 are at $1.046 trillion US dollars, and forecast to grow by $130 billion to $1.176 trillion by 2028. With online sales accounting for 33.5% Read how our electronics store POS solutions give electronics the edge.

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Small Biz Trends

OCTOBER 11, 2022

So, it’s no surprise that manufacturing companies are dedicating 36% of their factory investments toward ‘smart’ manufacturing, or that North America’s smart retail market is predicted to grow from $7.5 billion in 2020, to $20.8 billion in 2025.” ” More Advanced Solutions to Come.

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