Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 24, 2022

Focus and blame generally turn to the manufacturing, production and distribution parts of the chain, but other aspects are not usually at the forefront of the mind, especially when it comes to the consumer standpoint. In recent decades, fast fashion became incredibly popular due to its cost efficiency, both for manufacturers and consumers.

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Wiser

JULY 31, 2023

Its main aim is to maximize sales and minimize wasted space. It’s a strategic roadmap for retailers, guiding them on how to arrange products in a way that boosts consumer engagement and ultimately leads to increased sales. This time delay can lead to potential out-of-stocks and missed opportunities for sales.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 1, 2023

While brick-and-mortar stores continue to command 80% of global sales, a significant portion of retail CEOs are investing heavily in enhancing online shopping experiences. Simply reviewing historical and present sales data won’t cut it. As a result, profitability is now a top priority for retail CEOs. In 2019, it declined to 6.7%

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Global Shop

APRIL 16, 2024

In the last four years, I’ve visited over 50 manufacturers and had the privilege of deep diving into their systems to provide insights on how they can improve their processes. Shop Management & Quality Control: Ensure the manufactured inventory goes into finished goods with the correct costs. or “We’ve always done it this way.”

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

This kind of adaptability will be vital as we head forward: McKinsey forecasts that manufacturing production will suffer significant disruptions every 3.7 Aside from the obvious missed sales opportunities, there’s also reputational damage to consider, as well as potentially boosting competitors’ sales. years, on average.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 2, 2022

Annual online sales worldwide are expected to climb to a staggering $6.5 But alongside that dizzying sales growth, we’ve also witnessed a growing consciousness about how damaging all of those online sales are to the environment, and throughout the product lifecycle, from manufacturing to delivery to eventual disposal.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 30, 2023

The trend lines for private label sales have rarely looked better. The Private Label Manufacturers Association reported that sales of private label consumer packaged goods soared 11% last year to nearly $230 billion. In 88% of product categories, private label items making ESG claims experienced disproportionate sales increases.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 13, 2023

This includes i3 Engineering, which is active in the field of smart home and automation solutions manufacturing. The company will be introducing its complete solution for smart home projects and business automation, which consists of controllers mounted on a DIN-rail, software and a mobile application.

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Global Shop

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Productivity plays an important role in the profitability and competitiveness of manufacturers by measuring the rate of output per unit of output. What sometimes gets overlooked is the ability to improve productivity using ERP software. Here’s an example of how automating manual processes can boost your productivity.

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Global Shop

MARCH 21, 2024

In the second of this two-part blog, we will explore how continuous improvement works in conjunction with ERP software as it offers an ideal approach for small to medium-sized manufacturing companies. ( A CHIEVING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT WITH ERP ERP software plays an indispensable role throughout the shop floor.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 20, 2023

With obligations to produce everything from gas receipts to cotton bale numbers, companies are finding that it’s difficult to comply without software in place to access all the necessary documents. For almost as long as retail has existed, the supply chain has contentedly operated behind the curtain.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

After two years of a pandemic that shook the retail industry to its core and urged retailers to dramatically enhance their online presence, diversify their delivery options and wrangle massive disruptions due to closed manufacturers or congested ports, this holiday season was supposed to be the light at the end of the tunnel.

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Global Shop

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Everyone knows ERP software is required to compete in today’s aggressive manufacturing market, but it’s no longer enough to simply have an ERP system. The most successful manufacturers incorporate ERP software into every critical aspect of their shop floor, and it’s time for you to join the winner’s circle.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 28, 2020

Combining Reflexis’ market-leading platform with our complementary software offerings provides us the unique opportunity to unify the store associate experience and empower every front-line worker to execute the best next action.”. Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA), which reported net sales of $4.48

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Retail Minded

AUGUST 26, 2022

This means that you shouldn’t simply price your products higher than the total amount you spent manufacturing or acquiring them, which is a common mistake in pricing. So, if you want to grow your retail business, keep these pricing strategies from the get-go: Use CPQ software. 30% quicker to onboard fresh sales members.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 23, 2021

This is only possible if technology like workflow automation software is in place. Forward-looking businesses in the retail industry are turning to automation software to streamline operations and improve the bottom line. Implementing automation software leads to better planning in marketing and sales. billion by 2024.

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Global Shop

MAY 5, 2022

Genesee Global Group provides complete manufacturing services to companies around the world. A trusted manufacturer of sophisticated assemblies, components, and parts, the privately held company has 75 years of custom metal fabrication experience. They constantly update the software with new features and capabilities.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 14, 2022

While virtually every retailer uses inventory management software, they still suffer from stockouts, and often find that physical inventory counts don’t match what the software is reporting. Most shoppers have been in this frustrating position at least once (and most retailers, daily). Ensure price and label integrity.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Digital signage looks vastly different today from my early days working for a niche hardware manufacturer developing simplistic solutions for groceries and customer-facing retail applications. Technology can help fill the gap that vacant sales associate positions create — and do so cost-effectively.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 20, 2022

As the percentage of purchases consumers make online continues to grow exponentially, retailers are facing a challenge — how to educate online shoppers and close the sale for certain products traditionally bought in person. Examples include jewelry, cosmetics, apparel, luxury items, automobiles and furniture. Will it fit in my space?

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Inside Retail

MARCH 6, 2023

Bricks-and-mortar shopping is back In 2022, e-commerce sales passed US$1 trillion for the first time. She added that the bricks-and-mortar sales growth exceeded e-commerce over the same period. It requires] a multichannel approach to sales that focuses on providing a seamless customer experience,” she said. “It

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Global Shop

APRIL 20, 2022

Heat Treatments Ltd provides manufacturing, grinding, and machining services in an ISO9001-certified machine shop. Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Heat Treatments provides a reliable one-stop sourcing solution for manufacturers needing specialized engineered parts. Planning for Special Exception Jobs.

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Global Shop

OCTOBER 26, 2020

If you’re looking at Global Shop Solutions as a possible ERP solution for your manufacturing business, you can find answers to the basic “Who are you and what do you do?” The fact that we hear these questions often tells us they are common to manufacturers researching ERP software. Is that what your software does?

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The retailer has achieved stock accuracy of 98% at the first store in which the technology was deployed, and it is still measuring other potential gains, such as sales lifts due to merchandise availability and the ability to provide goods to online shoppers more quickly. D Cloud RFID inventory-management software.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2021

If you’re a wholesale retailer or brand owner and you haven’t already launched a direct-to-consumer sales channel, you’d better be thinking about it. The global pandemic not only accelerated the growth in ecommerce, it highlighted the shortcomings of wholesale-only sales channels. Building an Online Presence. to visit your website.

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Global Shop

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

based trade association with 1,200 tool & die and precision manufacturing companies representing more than $35 billion in sales. This program recognizes the hard work and accomplishments of future leaders in manufacturing. NTMA is a U.S.-based Dusty Alexander, President and CEO of Global Shop Solutions.

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Global Shop

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Smart decision-making in the business world has always been driven by data and analysis, especially in manufacturing shops where so many factors must be taken into consideration. As the technology advanced, ERP developed the ability to gather external data by integrating with third-party software programs.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 14, 2022

For example, they can decide whether to make a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) visible for buyers or indicate to the marketplace operator that they don’t want to sell above that limit. For example, with dropship, the retailer’s buyers must pre-negotiate pricing with third-party sellers for most products.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It’s true that the character of Amazon has seen some dramatic shifts in the last decade: 10 years ago third-party sellers represented 40% of sales on Amazon; now those scales have tipped in the other direction, with sellers representing 60% of all sales. A decade ago, hardly any sellers sold globally through Amazon; last year, U.S.-based

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Global Shop

AUGUST 7, 2023

Every manufacturing business is an old friend of the quote-to-cash process. Here’s the silver lining: with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software, manufacturers can take the struggle out of the quote-to-cash process. Here’s where an ERP Sales application with a strong Estimating tool makes getting started easy.

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Nvidia

APRIL 5, 2022

From systems to software, NVIDIA’s leadership in creating opportunities for its partner ecosystem is unmatched,” said Rob Enderle, president and principal analyst at the Enderle Group. Companies have adopted new processes that apply AI to customer service, supply chain optimization, manufacturing, safety and more.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 10, 2021

The global pandemic created by COVID-19 has accelerated the maturation of ecommerce businesses and has led to an increase in online sales. This is software with self-learning capabilities that can speed up the company’s decision-making and operation. Lowering prices to get new customers is no longer enough. Dynamic Pricing Strategies.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Competitive pricing is a key strategy to build customer loyalty and increase sales. Good customer service is critical to building a loyal customer base and increasing sales. Employees who use intelligent automation software can produce better work in less time because they have more time to focus on value-added activities.

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Star Miconics

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Hosted by Star Micronics’ Partner Development Manager, Kate Orara , the Rising Stars Podcast is your go-to for all things point-of-sale. Listen to the New Episode Now Behind the Tech Curtain: Star's Integration Success The point-of-sale (POS) landscape always presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for software developers.

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A1 Retail

JANUARY 3, 2023

This includes i3 Engineering, which is active in the field of smart home and automation solutions manufacturing. The company will be introducing its complete solution for smart home projects and business automation, which consists of controllers mounted on a DIN-rail, software and a mobile application.

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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. Example: Macy’s Macy’s stores brought their sales flow inventory to a new level with RFID tags. from 2023 to 2030.

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Cisco Retail

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Static manufacturing operations are going obsolete. ” Lately I’ve been hearing from more and more manufacturers interested in smart manufacturing technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), robotics, cloud computing, supply chain technologies, and the industrial internet of things (IIoT). .”

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