Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 29, 2021

As more customers shifted their shopping online during the pandemic and demand for services like buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS) increased, ACFC rolled out its new Magento ecommerce platform and integrated it with Retail Pro Prism POS retail management software to more efficiently manage inventory and orders across its network of brands.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 29, 2024

Retasmart is designed to enable retailers to unify all channels and experiences in one solution, allowing them to solve challenges related to inventory management, customer engagement, payment options, reporting and analytics, and multichannel retailing — all from a single platform.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2023

They are at the cusp of all things digital, which drives us on everything, from payment options to search — and ultimately, from a merchandising platform standpoint. We also offer a dropship program, all driven through the platform. It manages our BOPIS component. For our customers it’s all about breadth.”

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Retail Minded

MARCH 20, 2025

To safeguard profits, protect customers, and maintain operational stability, retailers must proactively address these challenges with modern solutions. Retail risk encompasses any potential threat that could disrupt a stores financial health, reputation, or daily operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

While autonomous stores and technological innovation are high on the retail agenda, the infrastructure and operational efforts that enable them aren’t often given the same broad attention. Grocery retail is rooted in a traditional brick-and-mortar business model, with many longstanding and comprehensive internal processes.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This is arguably in no small part driven by consumers’ desire for enhanced personalization and convenience , as well as their growing digital prowess as technology becomes increasingly embedded in their daily lives. The design process is intrinsically flawed – namely, the selection of in-store solutions.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 17, 2022

On one hand, ecommerce automation saves a ton of time compared to manual ways of executing an operation. On another, it may even enable a nonexistent infeasible process, i.e. a process that’s unthinkable in a manual way but can provide an unprecedented growth opportunity to companies when automated. Incident management. “On

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 12, 2023

However, to do that, the system needs to be operable 24/7 throughout the entire year. The ultimate benefits that come with all of that include: reduced operating costs, fewer operator errors, increased sales, . an exceptional level of customer satisfaction that leads to repeat business and an excellent reputation. .

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

decrease from 2019 primarily driven by the decrease in single-site operators. Here are four key steps you can take to help level the playing field for your retail business. Focus on service. Outperforming your competitors in customer service is an effective way to gain new customers and retain their loyalty.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

We get that running a business is a constant juggle, and managing cash flow can be tricky. For many Aussie small and medium business owners, the ideal scenario paying suppliers as late as possible while receiving immediate payment from customers simply isnt realistic.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Dharmesh Mehta, VP of Worldwide Selling Partner Services at Amazon , is celebrating his 10th anniversary with the company this year, and so he kicked off the fourth annual Amazon Accelerate conference for sellers by comparing the differences between the ecommerce platform today and 10 years ago.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 7, 2025

Key Features of Mobile Commerce: Mobile-Optimized Websites : Businesses are designing websites with responsive designs to ensure that their online stores are easy to navigate on smartphones and tablets. Increased Efficiency : AI helps retailers optimize stock levels, improving inventory management and reducing costs.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 20, 2025

Understanding how your shops perform in terms of inventory and ROI is essential to the success of any multi-store operation. What if we told you that you could successfully manage all of your stores’ inventory and ROI with one intuitive inventory management system?

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

In a rush to create a shopping environment that wows customers and entices them to spend, many retailers overlook the payment process’s impact on the overall customer experience. Retailers overlook that the payment experience can be their last memory of the store and influence their decision to return or not. Guess what?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2021

You can’t just repurpose your B2B website and add a shopping cart to turn it into a shopping platform. A tech stack is the ecosystem of hardware and software platforms needed to manage the DTC order fulfillment process from end to end. Customer Relationship Management. Web Design & Development.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

From the use of chatbots to direct customers to the correct department while shopping on their mobile device or computer, through to sophisticated inventory management that helps retailers operate easier, the potential for AI in retail is far-reaching.

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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. Inventory management.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The retail industry in particular has largely embraced these 2D barcodes to elevate shopping experiences, using the technology to access everything from contactless payments and product content to price comparisons and personalized promotions. QR can also streamline inventory management and supply chain operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The Retail TouchPoints 2022 Retail Strategy & Planning (#RSP22) webinar series, now available on-demand, offered a wealth of tips and best practices across critical areas including pricing, location-based technology, inventory management and marketplaces. 26-30, you’re automatically registered to listen to the entire series.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 17, 2022

Unified commerce is the new holy grail for retailers, promising previously unheard-of levels of customer insights and control over all elements of sales and inventory management. it operates in silos and unconnected platforms. A question I’m often asked is how unified commerce is any different from omnichannel commerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 10, 2023

In addition, excess inventory can also tie up capital that could be used for other purposes, such as investing in marketing or other growth initiatives. Further, excess inventory can lead to lost revenue because products that are not sold quickly can become obsolete or go out of fashion. Negotiate better terms. Final Takeaway.

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Inside Retail

JULY 14, 2024

Sensors instantly read the RFID tags embedded in the products, present the shopper with the total price on the screen, check if they want a bag or if they are loyalty program members, and then ask how they wish to pay. Consumers who use the service are often effusive about the technology, with Reddit threads about it.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 9, 2023

Recent AI advancements have the power to reshape the way the industry operates. Retailers embracing Generative AI can stay ahead of the curve and compete in this ever-changing competitive landscape — enabling them to lead with a customer-first approach while operating with more efficiency. Providing 24/7 customer service.

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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. For example, many NFL teams are experimenting with changing the nature of the payments experience.

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Small Biz Trends

APRIL 15, 2021

Besides having a brick-and-mortar shop, going online to offer your products and services comes with lots of opportunities for your business. An eCommerce platform is a software application that helps businesses sell products and services online. Adding a product comes easy with Shopify.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 18, 2021

In fact, Gartner predicts that by 2023, 75% of DTC businesses will have a subscription offering. However, taking advantage of this growing market isn’t easy, with higher churn rates making it difficult for brands to cover acquisition costs and scale revenues. Involuntary churn occurs when a customer’s payment attempt fails.

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I Vend

APRIL 2, 2025

If youre an ambitious mid-sized retailer, youre probably aware of retail management software, and understand that it can be a powerful tool to help you automate and streamline your operations. You know that its more than simply a point of sale, and that it offers a comprehensive platform for managing the entire retail operation.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Cyberattacks and network outages can disrupt operations and erode customer loyalty. This article delves into the evolving threat landscape, examining the impact of these disruptions on retail operations and exploring proactive measures for safeguarding businesses, customer data and reputations.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

Other tech integrations that will enable a “seamless and elevated shopping experience” include new inventory management systems , new technology to support customer service and the Amazon One palm recognition payment system for fast checkout. There will be humans working the store too.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In the fast-paced world of retail, staying competitive means more than just offering great products—it’s about maintaining efficient operations, providing excellent customer service, and leveraging the right technology. Streamlining Operations with Efficient Systems In retail, efficiency is key.

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Storis

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

As the industry embraces transformative technologies like e-commerce platforms, digital inventory systems, and modern POS solutions to enhance operations and customer experiences, new vulnerabilities emerge. Financial Losses: Ransom payments, legal fees, and regulatory penalties can quickly add up.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 30, 2023

Bouclair has rolled out a new POS platform in its 54 stores across Canada. The PredictSpring solution includes both stationary and mobile POS applications along with clienteling, omnichannel commerce and inventory management capabilities.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Between the need for more expansive ecommerce functions, low-contact or no-contact shopping experiences, virtual communication between businesses and consumers and the digitization of functions like inventory and customer service, here are the top 10 technology trends pushing retail into the future faster than ever before.

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Retail Focus

MAY 1, 2024

They often come with user-friendly interfaces, secure payment options, and the ability to track your orders in real time. Cashless Payments and Digital Wallets Cashless payments and digital wallets have revolutionized the checkout process.

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I Vend

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Retailers need to offer outstanding customer service to differentiate themselves and need to run their businesses with hyper-efficiency to maintain market share and profitability. Heres some of the things to look for in a point of sale platform for your electronics retail business.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 17, 2021

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. AI has a lot to offer grocery stores, especially in inventory management. Practical Benefits of AI in Grocery.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

According to NRF’s 2024 Retail Technology report, over 75% of retailers are planning significant investments in technology to enhance their operations this year. Retailers are investing in technologies that streamline checkout, improve in-store fulfillment, and integrate digital systems to speed up operations.

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