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Microsoft Partners With Chinese Solution Provider to Boost IT Efficiency and Security

Retail TouchPoints

Under the strategic collaboration, Hanshow will adopt Microsoft Azure operated by 21Vianet for its operations while also prioritizing Microsoft technology for its solutions to retail clients. This will unify Hanshow’s global information systems to improve efficiency and security.

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The Cost of Long Queues: 3 Reasons to Use a Queue Management Solution for Brick & Mortars

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Slow-moving lines not only cause shopper frustration but may also affect brand loyalty: 74% of shoppers will go to a competitor’s store if they perceive a faster queue time. According to a study by EPSON, 56% of consumers say that fast payment and short queues are critical to “positively influencing their perception of a retail brand.”.