Retail Minded

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

But they do want a faster, more efficient shopping experience once they’re within those doors. . Although self-service checkouts were first introduced in 1986 , they are still far from perfect. Plus, when implemented the wrong way, they only add friction to the shopping experience. . ShopRite’s Scan and Go app has a dismal 2.2

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2023

Retailers cited rising costs, declining consumer spending and supply chain volatility as their top concerns. Technology — specifically edge computing — provides the foundation for a better customer experience, real-time inventory management, enhanced security and loss prevention and in-store analytics.

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Retail Minded

MARCH 16, 2024

Uncovering Hidden Efficiencies: AI-Driven Inventory Management Inventory management is the backbone of retail, and AI sharpens this critical function. Implementing AI into your inventory system means smarter purchasing decisions and improved turnover rates.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 25, 2023

Rather, it is in constant flux, with innovations shifting the way that industry players operate, and changing the way that consumers and traders interact with one-another. A key one, he said, is personalisation, as the demand for a tailored and customised shopping experience becomes higher over time.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 26, 2023

It’s hard to believe that the invention of the UPC — first used by railroads almost 100 years ago and then introduced to speed grocery checkout lines back in 1974 — hasn’t changed. Consumers want more information about the products they buy, and retailers want more visibility into the products their customers buy.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

It is the silent but essential identifier of products that have revolutionised how we shop, sell, and transport goods. The barcode was initially developed to improve the checkout experience and inventory management in the grocery sector and it is now used in almost every industry and sector.

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I Vend

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As discretionary spend decreases in inverse proportion to cost of living increases, and consumers think more carefully about where they spend, retailers have to get really smart about strategies to win and retain their share of the market. Rapid checkout in store – for many shoppers, the experience is all about efficiency.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 31, 2022

Source: Coresight Research “Building Blocks of the Metaverse: 5G” Both at a consumer and an enterprise level, 5G is still in its infancy, but it’s expected to grow quickly and become the dominant mobile access technology by 2027 reaching 90% penetration in North America within that time, according to Ericsson.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 17, 2021

Computer vision can track products that consumers remove from the shelves and place in their cart. When connected to a payment device such as a credit card, this can enable consumers to load merchandise directly into shopping bags in their cart, and bring it out to their car without waiting in line.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2021

The 2021 Connected Consumer Series reflected the challenges retail (and society as a whole) have faced during the past year, but also the growing sense of optimism that is taking hold this year. No matter how customers choose to shop, informed associates will be a key part of this process. Listen to the session on demand.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 9, 2023

retailers plan to use technology and automation for their critical behind-the-scenes work, like inventory, orders, payroll and invoicing — as well as for more customer-focused needs like communications, marketing, loyalty and checkout. Creating a seamless inventory management journey. What’s Next?

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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. Self-service check-ins and checkouts have become the new norm, saving time and money for retailers.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

That is driving the customer to come and shop, and now, we’re investing to make sure that when the customer comes to shop with us, either online or in store, that they don’t have to make the tradeoffs.” Now, the company is using the $1 billion to invest in improving: Digital capabilities.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 7, 2024

Birthday suit vice Against this backdrop, Australian fashion brand Nakedvice is on a mission to redefine accessible luxury with timeless designs that draw inspiration from vintage pieces and ‘90s nostalgia, aligning with emerging trends and consumer sentiments.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Connectivity is critical to driving in-store traffic, providing a seamless shopping experience, fostering a robust brand connection and creating lasting memories. 5G can also connect mobile point-of-sale (POS) terminals , self-service kiosks, scan-and-go checkouts and other forms of frictionless shopping with ease.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 20, 2022

While consumer expectations have continuously shaped retailers’ strategies, tech choices and best practices, COVID-19 accelerated this rate of change. Finally, “innovative” capabilities would incorporate personalization or tailored results based on consumer context and past behaviors. The result?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 23, 2022

The first store will open later this year at The Americana at Brand, a shopping centre in Los Angeles, and reportedly be around 30,000 square feet – much smaller than a typical department store, which is around 100,000 square feet. Amazon Style claims to be a “new way” to shop and discover fashion. How Amazon Style works.

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365 Retail

MARCH 29, 2022

Keeping pace with consumer trends and changing behaviours is key to the success of retail operations, particularly when managing the impact of current global events on supply chains to ensure they’re able to consistently meet demand. . Three of six key trends identified in ASCG’s latest eBook research include: 1) Spread the cost.

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I Vend

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

For retailers, Valentine’s Day offers a shopping boost in the after-holiday mid-February slump, but it’s more than that – it’s also a reminder that love comes in many forms, including the love that shoppers have for their favourite store. Process automation – such as inventory management , tracking stock levels and re-ordering.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

The first Amazon Style store is set to open later this year at The Americana at Brand shopping mall in Los Angeles. “We We obsessed over designing a shopping experience focused on helping customers find great looks, and it led us to create Amazon Style,” said a company blog announcing the new store format.

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I Vend

AUGUST 17, 2022

Supermarket shopping is, for the vast majority of consumers, an essential. Whilst other forms of retail may be seen as leisure and pleasure, the weekly food shop is more likely to be considered a must-do chore. This means they want shorter queues and rapid checkout, self-service options, and a range of ways to pay.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Actionable data can also help retailers with inventory management across all locations. If the customer needs more information or help, these systems are particularly good at alerting retail managers to know quickly that a customer service action is needed. Tyler Wells is the North American Sales Manager for MicroTouch.

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I Vend

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As consumer demands continue to evolve, and competition is hotter than ever, retailers are embracing innovative solutions to stay ahead. Process automation – such as inventory management , tracking stock levels and re-ordering. As we move into a new year, our thoughts turn to the time ahead and what it will hold.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 5, 2023

There are literally hundreds of thousands of small independent grocery shops in Thailand, many of them without inventory management systems and occupying spaces that are distinctly lacking in glamour and décor. Big C hypermarkets typically anchor self-owned medium-sized shopping centres. Enter the Donjai concept.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In a highly competitive global retail landscape, autonomous stores are an emerging force that addresses changing consumer behaviours, reduces operational costs, improves profitability, and powers revenue growth strategies. The new business models supported by autonomous capabilities provide a compelling value proposition for consumers.

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Independent Retailer

JULY 29, 2022

RFID technology allows retailers to gain a greater view of their on-hand inventory with 93-99 percent inventory accuracy by scanning hundreds of items within seconds. Interactive fitting rooms increase consumer engagement by providing outfit and accessory suggestions, size availability, and color options. by Dean Frew.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 11, 2023

But the NFL has an edge, as it has led the way in adopting technologies like network analytics and cloud management solutions that make it easier to ensure the network can handle demands from both fans and operational teams. Data analytics is a powerful tool retailers can use to deliver better shopping experiences.

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Retail Minded

APRIL 3, 2024

In 2024, two critical factors will demand your attention: Consumer Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and operational efficiency. But is it the Consumer Privacy Rights Act or California Privacy Rights Act? It’s more a demonstration of commitment to consumers’ trust and privacy. Let’s take a look at why they are so important.

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Star Miconics

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This groundbreaking change allows licensed cannabis cultivators and retailers to connect directly with consumers in a market-style setting, creating a new avenue for cannabis sales. This also allows for quick and convenient change-making, contributing to a smooth checkout process. Keep cash secure with cash drawers by Star Micronics 5.

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Independent Retailer

JANUARY 19, 2023

As crowds returned to in-person shopping this past year, one of the key areas of focus has been improving the storefront itself. With an omnichannel customer strategy, real-time inventory management, returns of online goods, personalized shopping, and touch-free, frictionless checkouts, a proper IT network in place is critically important.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Retailers are enduring dynamic and challenging times as supply-chain disruption continues and consumer behaviour changes, both brought on by living in the Covid era. Consumers increasingly want a seamless and consistent shopping experience across a growing number of offline and online touchpoints.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2023

They covered how brands can provide elevated and curated customer experiences and how clear differentiation, and even re-invention, can be critical to meeting consumer demand and providing a sustainable future for retailers. What mattered was, were we serving the consumer in the way the consumer preferred?”

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Nvidia

JANUARY 13, 2022

and “What happens to my margins if Susie Consumer purchases three of the same dresses online and returns two?”. The $26 trillion global retail industry is undergoing accelerated change, brought on by the pandemic and rapidly changing consumer habits. One way to address the problem is by creating autonomous shopping experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The digitization of brick-and-mortar stores is nothing new, but up until recently it has primarily been focused on surfaces in the store that are already digital: point-of-sale systems or back-of-house tasks like inventory management. If the NRF show is any indicator, then that is exactly things are headed in the coming years.

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Shoppers say they prefer getting in and out of stores quickly (76%) as well as a growing affinity (90%) for self-service technologies such as self-checkout or cashless payment,” says Roman. Staffed checkouts are checking out, while self-checkout and mobile checkout deliver the speed and convenience customers expect.

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Star Miconics

JUNE 30, 2023

This technology revolutionized inventory management and checkout processes. 2002: The United Kingdom introduced the first cloud-based POS system, enabling businesses to manage their operations remotely and efficiently. These innovations are quickly becoming integral to the ultimate omnichannel experience for consumers.

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Retail Minded

DECEMBER 6, 2022

AI is also helping retailers with the checkout process. In fact, some retailers are using AI to optimize their inventory management, customer service, and marketing strategies. At the heart of all these techniques is an understanding of what customers want from their shopping experience. Augmented Reality. Conclusion.

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