Inside Retail

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Most consumers confirmed they have recently reduced spending across all categories, particularly more discretionary goods and services. In fact, consumers indicated that on average, they were reallocating approximately $450 per month, largely towards essential goods and services or savings.

Consumer 130

Consumer Payment Services Beauty and Health Accessories 130

A1 Retail

JANUARY 27, 2022

The value of payments made contactlessly increased 40.2 Thursday 23 December was the busiest day for contactless payments with the value of eligible transactions 121.4 per cent of all eligible card transactions in 2021 were made contactlessly, with the total value of contactless payments made increasing by 40.2 per cent**.

Merchant Services 75

Merchant Services Payment Services Outdoor Checkout 75

Mass Relators

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A highlight of the format is a large, open food hall for fast-casual dining, including Hy-Vee’s expanded breakfast menu, a pub with full-service bar and outdoor patio, and mealtime offerings that range from Mia Italian to Nori Sushi, and from Market Grille to a Wahlburgers at Hy-Vee.

Kiosk 52

Kiosk Beauty and Health Payment Services Outdoor 52

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Shoppers have readily adjusted to the “new normal,” whether it’s a higher reliance on e-commerce, a surge in-home delivery, rapid adoption of curbside pickup, an increase in contactless payment, or other modifications in their behavior. In 2022 consumers expect to see the option at checkout rather than find delight in it.

Retail Trends 94

Retail Trends Consumer Payment Services Fulfillment 94

Mass Relators

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The new Grimes store includes all-digital shelf labels that display product information and pricing and has more than 100 TVs that feature Hy-Vee products, promotions and services. Digital kiosks are also available for customers to order cakes and fresh prepared foods, as well as access offerings via Hy-Vee Financial Services.

Kiosk 52

Kiosk Payment Services Outdoor Checkout 52

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 17, 2023

While most supermarkets prioritized developments that facilitated COVID-era shopping behaviors like grocery delivery, curbside pickup or self-checkout, grocery shoppers are now looking for improved in-store experiences. For many in the grocery industry, however, adopting these practices has been slower.

Specialty Retailers 227

Specialty Retailers Grocer Payment Services Outdoor 227

CJ Retail Solutions

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

As vaccination spreads, and assuming there are no bumps in the road, “non-essential” retail will re-open on the 12th of April, along with outdoor attractions and outdoor hospitality. On the other, it’s a sector associated with close human contact, enclosed spaces and items being touched all day long – a recipe for covid spread.

Payment Services 40

Payment Services Outdoor Supermarket Checkout 40

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Mobile devices have become powerful payment instruments, on the way to replacing traditional cards for in-store purchases in many markets around the globe. Then the shuttering of many stores made online shopping a necessity, while social distancing measures turned contactless payments from a convenient option to a safer alternative.

Payment Services 131

Payment Services Planning Accounting Loss Prevention 131

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Although it’s tempting to hunker down — and double down — on time-tested marketing and sales methods, now is the time to rethink and rewire sales, operations, logistics and support. Unfortunately, many retailers fall short at checkout. In some cases, 24-hour operations with shorter work shifts may be necessary.

Consumer 163

Consumer Merchant Services Payment Services Shopping 163