Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2023

The statistics show that more and more retail businesses are implementing IoT solutions to explore new ways of connecting with customers, boost sales and streamline business operations. IoT solutions enable retail stores to monitor and manage their equipment, including HVAC systems and refrigerators.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 23, 2023

Increasingly, however, their focus has turned to the large amounts of data processed at the “edge,” and not just transactional information: inventory, sensor, capacity, video, performance — across tens to hundreds of devices in each store. Edge systems process data in real time.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

“At Starbucks, we have challenged ourselves to imagine what’s possible when we take a closer look at the many ways our partners and customers interact with us and experience our stores every day,” said Katie Young, SVP of Store Operations at Starbucks in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2023

Then, last year, in-store sales grew faster than online sales, while ecommerce stocks took a big hit. Retailers cited rising costs, declining consumer spending and supply chain volatility as their top concerns. There’s also the matter of securing the computer hardware that runs the store operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2022

This modest start is only the beginning, with the retail giant stating plans for more than 8,000 such machines throughout its stores. This greatly expands the reach of the cryptocurrency to consumers, moving it beyond something that’s only used by tech enthusiasts or industry professionals. Understand regulations and security.

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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. Data will fuel the shift to digital, according to expert contributors to the recent Retail TouchPoints (RTP) webinar, Analyzing The Shift To Digital From 7,000 Marketers And 1B Consumers Worldwide.

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Inside Retail

JULY 12, 2022

On one hand, most restrictions have been removed, meaning /business is back to ‘normal’ operations. At the same time, short-term spikes in online sales are starting to return to more expected levels, even though some consumers have permanently altered their channel preferences. Rethink the purpose of physical space.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 22, 2021

Autonomous convenience store retailer Wundermart is expanding its operations, with plans to open more than 10,000 checkout-free stores in a partnership with contactless checkout company AiFi. Smaller stores have less space to work with, which means smaller products selections where every SKU counts.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2020

To attract a new generation of shoppers, retailers are looking to redefine go-to-market strategies and reimagine the customer experience inside their physical store locations. To accomplish this, operational models need to be adapted quickly.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 23, 2022

The next step for the 112-year-old floral and gift brand is offering its partner florists updated features within its new MercuryOnline (MOL) platform, powered by Shopify , which FTD CTO Matt Powell describes as “ how digital commerce interfaces with store operations.”. Applying New-School Technology to Old-School Customer Service.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 2, 2023

The Container Store has debuted its Closet Clean Out resale program for apparel and accessories, powered by the ThredUp Resale-as-a-Service solution. Known for its closets and organizational solutions, The Container Store’s program is unusual in accepting products for resale from categories that it doesn’t sell. “We

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2022

Over time, digital technology has evolved exponentially to facilitate more engaging experiences inside a physical store, inspiring the new term, but ‘phygital’, in essence, has existed for decades. Digital technology has typically evolved in retail to facilitate operational efficiencies.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 15, 2022

Here are a few foundational ways technology has enabled better customer and associate experiences along the path to purchase, even in smaller spaces. Controlling traffic volume and giving the perception of control and exclusivity to the consumer is one way to make the most out of each square inch. Appointments.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

At its 350+ stores in 11 countries, Crocs has implemented customer engagement and merchandise management solutions for POS, merchandising, audit and operations management and analytics. In addition to Aptos, Crocs partnered closely with retail strategy company Sophelle on the deployment. “We

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 22, 2021

When the economy is growing, consumers flock to stores. On the other hand, when a recession is imminent, consumers and their wallets generally stay put and are more conservative. This situation has forced retailers worldwide to adapt to a slew of new consumer demands while juggling a precarious supply chain.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Imagine you pick up all the things you need for your farm, and then they tell you that they currently cannot process credit cards. Connectivity is critical to driving in-store traffic, providing a seamless shopping experience, fostering a robust brand connection and creating lasting memories. Tractor Supply Co. ,

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

RFID tags placed on jerseys, hats and other items allow customers to carry out (and even wear out) their purchases without standing in line to check out. Consumers select their items and then leave the store via an exit gate that they unlock either with their credit or debit card or by hovering their palm over an Amazon One device.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

Retailers are adapting their store environments to meet consumers’ heightened demand for ease and convenience. Nearly half ( 46% ) of retailers surveyed in Retail TouchPoints’ Store Operations Survey noted that they provide mobile POS to associates — and an additional 31% plan to implement the technology this year.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 23, 2020

Tailored Brands is cutting 20% of its corporate staff and has identified up to 500 retail stores for potential closure as it struggles to strengthen its financial position. For the time being, however, 96% of the retailer’s approximately 1,400 stores — operating under the Men’s Warehouse , Jos.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

As a result, many retailers must move beyond manual processes to calculate their sales tax obligations. Leverage Digital Tech for Touchless Store Experiences. He noted that the company already had brought some custom work back to the U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Curious about how consumer attitudes and behaviors are evolving? Want the latest thinking on how brick-and-mortar stores can be reconfigured for a post-pandemic environment? What consumers really want from brands and retailers. Practical ways to harness the enthusiasm of values-driven consumers. 17 from 1:20 to 2:10 p.m.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 14, 2020

SPARC is a 50/50 joint venture of brand licensing and marketing company Authentic Brands Group and mall operator Simon Property Group. The company “will negotiate with landlords to keep ‘key stores’ open in North America,” according to CNBC. We’re not buying the inventory at a retail cost to the consumer.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 15, 2020

These consumer sentiments, along with the need to protect the health of both shoppers and store associates, means retailers need to be stringent about enforcing social distancing and other safety measures as they reopen. In fact, displaying an abundance of caution will be required to bring many consumers back into physical stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 21, 2020

Walmart Canada will augment and modernize its supply chain with the construction of two new distribution centers equipped with next-generation automation, and the implementation of new warehouse management systems at DCs to help meet the needs of omnichannel consumers. On the distribution front, Walmart Canada will open a 300,000-square-foot.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The transaction cycle does not end after purchase, and successful retailers should ensure that their omnichannel systems and processes are able to seamlessly handle the recovery period that comes after the holidays. Mastering systems integration and returns will send customer satisfaction and profitability soaring for your retail business.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 7, 2023

That sense of unease is to be expected from a cohort shaped by both the 2008-2009 Great Recession and the COVID pandemic, and it’s had a big impact on their shopping choices: nearly half ( 48% ) say they shop the most often at discount/off-price retailers, and 25% frequently patronize dollar stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 18, 2020

On the community service front, Payless is launching a “Powered by Payless” initiative for the coming fall season to help communities affected by the pandemic. The 790 owned and franchised Payless locations outside North America continued to operate as separate legal entities; their number has fallen slightly over the past 18 months, to 710.

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Cross Cap

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

A guest post by our friends from Pivotal Payments. According to a 2017 survey from BigCommerce, 51% think shopping online is best, while 49% prefer shopping in-store. Instead, concentrating efforts on creating a memorable in-store experience will foster consumer loyalty and keep shoppers coming back.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Party City is hiring 20,000 temporary workers for the holiday season — 80% of its 25,000 seasonal hires in 2019 — even though the retailer is drastically reducing the number of Halloween City pop-up stores it will open this year. Home delivery is free for orders of $35.

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

At the flagship five-day retail event, Zebra will explain how its visionary framework, The Modern Store by Zebra is set to help retailers solve their most pressing store operations challenges. The Modern Store Demo will be available to view every hour at the Zebra booth. During a workshop on Sunday 26 Feb at 14.20

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I Vend

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Consumers continue to spend on essentials such as food, personal care, and basic clothing, but reduce their outlay on items such as furniture, home electronics, sporting goods and accessories. Retaining existing customers – strengthening relationships, making them feel valued and enhancing the customer experience.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Awareness Online channels should be leveraged to promote broader awareness of their products and services to potential customers across multiple platforms. The retailer’s website is merely the start of a customer’s shopping journey today. Customer service This is often a buyer’s primary point of contact with a brand.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

As a business owner or a store manager, you’ll face countless challenges, and turning your business into a successful one usually requires time, effort and commitment. A modern POS system lets you accept customer payments at a specific location or on the go and can help you track your sales in an efficient way.

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V Count

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

As a business owner or a store manager, you’ll face countless challenges, and turning your business into a successful one usually requires time, effort and commitment. A modern POS system lets you accept customer payments at a specific location or on the go and can help you track your sales in an efficient way.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 23, 2023

There’s no doubt the technology can bring tremendous benefits, such as allowing more customers to pay at the same time, thus reducing wait times without having to staff additional cashier stations. Moreover, customers seem very receptive to self-checkout, with 73% noting that it feels much faster than a traditional cashier.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 16, 2024

Despite some consumer and retailer grumbling about traditional self-checkout, where consumers must scan each item separately, it’s still going strong: Target , for example, rolled out Express Self-Checkout, with a 10 -item limit, chainwide in March 2024.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 9, 2022

The Mashgin solution speeds checkout by reading multiple items simultaneously, although it requires shoppers to set their purchases down on the countertop devices’ base to operate.

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