RTP blog

MAY 17, 2019

By Praveen Kanyadi, SpotCues Retail operations are the backbone of every store, regardless of whether it’s a small business or a large big box retailer. These systems include everything from managing inventory and staff to maintenance and customer data — any activity that keeps the shop running smoothly.

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Korona

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

So, of what importance will going modern be to your business? And what’s in store for modernized businesses? What is Small Business Modernization? Business modernization is simply reviewing old processes and making them fit into the current practices that pervade our present day-to-day business transactions.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Brick and mortar stores are now increasingly seeking the best retail POS systems because run-of-the-mill point of sale solutions just don’t cut it anymore. According to a recent survey , retail executives now acknowledge the importance of modern point of sale systems in their businesses, and are exceedingly upgrading their POS solutions.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MAY 24, 2022

The transition to digital marketing has accelerated over the past two years, and the customer experience has improved dramatically. However, strong headwinds threaten continued growth as retail businesses face ongoing disruption from the pandemic, supply chain challenges, and climate change.

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 18, 2023

Quick answer : The term “retail store” typically applies to a physical, or brick-and-mortar location, such as a supermarket, boutique, or individual offline store. Both retail and ecommerce stores have their own distinctive pros and cons to consider for any entrepreneur. What is Retail? How Does Retail Work?

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Kissmetrics

APRIL 20, 2021

The BOPUS (Buy Online, Pick Up In-Store) has been attracting hype for both retailers and customers, and this trend is expected to stay. BOPUS lets retailers leverage omnichannel experiences to boost online and in-store profits when done well. On the checkout landing page, customers can choose the date, time, and pickup location.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Brick and mortar stores are now increasingly seeking the best retail POS systems because run-of-the-mill point of sale solutions just don’t cut it anymore. According to a recent survey , retail executives now acknowledge the importance of modern point of sale systems in their businesses, and are exceedingly upgrading their POS solutions.

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Korona

MARCH 30, 2023

Within the retail realm, more and more services are integrated, seamless, and efficient. Faster and more convenient web services, emerging AI tech, augmented reality, and in-depth data processing are just a few of the things that have combined to alter the retail landscape. But what are some of the tech trends in retail in 2023?

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 26, 2022

A chargeback occurs when a customer disputes a transaction and their issuer (the bank that provided them with the card) reverses the transaction — essentially charging it back to the retailer. Fraud on even just a few big-ticket items has the potential to wipe out the profit margin for a small business.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Starting a retail business can be challenging nowadays due to the amount of competition you face, especially in online sales. Read on to learn more in our guide to 7 trends you should try and tap into when starting a retail business today. Creating a Seamless Omnichannel Customer Experience. Relaxation Products.

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Kissmetrics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

While the specifics of each feature vary from software to software, there should be a system in place to help you handle things like: Contact and lead management Document sharing and storage Workflow automation Interaction tracking Mobile access. Note : Zoho also recently launched a sales-centric CRM specifically for small businesses.

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Ecommerce Platforms

APRIL 5, 2022

A POS solution for iPad is flexible and mobile, so business leaders can conveniently share technology among their team members or take their POS with them to a range of locations. To use the mobile POS functionality available with Shopify, companies need to have a Shopify ecommerce plan. Square POS. Ease of use. Try Square POS.

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retailnext

JANUARY 23, 2020

As more and more business takes place online, times are changing for retail businesses. Just because people are spending more time online, however, doesn’t mean non-Amazon retail businesses aren’t viable. In fact, the internet is crucial to the success of all retail businesses. .

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Optimizely

MARCH 27, 2019

” Trader Joe’s won the second year in a row as the American’s favorite grocery retailer on the Dunnhumby customer data survey. The brand personality is much more important in a world where the logo is seen mainly on a tiny mobile screen. because Trader Joe’s is always on-brand.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 12, 2023

Shopify also offers a range of omnichannel selling options, from product QR codes, to buy in store and ship to customer methods and local pickup. Shopify has a variety of hardware options to choose from, starting with a basic card reader at £49 + VAT, and a retail system bundle at £149. Go to the top. Go to the top.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 12, 2023

Shopify also offers a range of omnichannel selling options, from product QR codes, to buy in store and ship to customer methods and local pickup. Shopify has a variety of hardware options to choose from, starting with a basic card reader at £49 + VAT, and a retail system bundle at £149. Go to the top. Go to the top.

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Omnisend

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The fact is that online business trends play a vital role in day-to-day B2B operations and, according to Insider Intelligence , B2B ecommerce site sales are likely to reach $1.5 Here, we discuss how small businesses can use the Black Friday weekend (Cyber 5) to maximize sales. billion in 2021. due to the pandemic.

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BigCommerce

APRIL 24, 2018

The Number 1 SaaS Ecommerce Platform Internet Retailer’s 2018 survey found BigCommerce to be the #1 SaaS ecommerce platform preferred by mid-market and enterprise retailers. SaaS ecommerce platforms remove much of the complexity from running an online business because instead of managing the software yourself.

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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Because a lot happens in a year within retail and ecommerce. Here are the top 19 ecommerce growth strategies recommended by Internet Retailer 1000 brands and the experts that advise them, in order of priority. Community Building, Customer Engagement & CRM. Mobile Optimization. CRO & Data-Driven Optimizations.

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ROI Revolution

AUGUST 5, 2021

Last month marked the ninth month in a row of total retail sales growth as the world recovers from a pandemic that led to total retail sales declining 10.5% Total retail sales were up 11% year-over-year this June, a 10.4% of all retail sales ( eMarketer ). When it comes to large retailers and department stores, 58.2%

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 23, 2021

For instance, you can fulfill and collect orders, access business insights (sales figures, profits, and so on), oversee customer payments, etc. There's also an app that enables you to manage your Wix store from your mobile device's convenience. You can even fulfill orders and manage inventory via the mobile dashboard. .

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Ecommerce Platforms

APRIL 7, 2022

It feels like a more honest business model because it’s far easier to see how the money and revenue flows.”. There’s a growing movement of small businesses looking to move away from big tech and their unethical practices. And with one million users in 190 countries, Matomo is a great option to protect your customers’ data.

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ROI Revolution

JULY 1, 2021

After surging nearly 34% in 2020 due to the pandemic, ecommerce retail sales are expected to grow a more modest 13.7% Total retail sales will reach a record $5.86 Retail sales will remain steady at around 3.5% Retail sales will remain steady at around 3.5% yearly growth, with ecommerce at 13% and total retail at 3.4%.

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ROI Revolution

JUNE 1, 2021

Touchless transactions like proximity mobile payment, buy now pay later, & BOPIS all surged with COVID-19 and are continuing to see growth even as the pandemic subsides. of smartphone users will use their mobile phone to pay for point-of-sale transactions this year, and that number will surpass 50% for the first time in 2025.

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 1, 2021

Not only can SaaS platforms, and web hosting services use its web builder to launch their online presence, but Duda benefits especially agencies but also small businesses and solopreneurs. Plus, you can white-label the entire website-building experience to build exceptional-looking websites synced with customer data.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 9, 2022

With Shopify POS Lite, the features you get include: Connection to integrated payment hardware options with Shopify Payments Non-payment integrations with retail hardware (such as cash drawers and receipt printers) Customizable smart grid environment for adding the products, discounts, and features you access most often to your home screen.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

With WooCommerce, a small business can easily scale into an enterprise with a simple website builder, one-click refunds that give customers access to their cash quickly, and more. Because this is a plugin, and WordPress has plenty of add-ons to explore, there’s a lot of opportunity for customization. Mobile shopping.

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Smile.io

MAY 15, 2024

With commerce platforms making it easier than ever to launch and scale a business, ecommerce continues to grow year-over-year. In 2024, global retail ecommerce sales are expected to reach $6.3 of all retail purchases.  According to Google , a one-second site speed improvement can increase mobile conversions by 27%.

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ROI Revolution

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Retail sales as a whole still saw significant yearly growth on Black Friday according to data from Mastercard SpendingPulse. As a result, retailers had less of a need for their shipping containers, and the containers were put away and saved for later. US retail ecommerce revenue was just $285.9 growth this year.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 8, 2019

Retailers worldwide are seemingly excited about the prospects of this revolutionary approach. As a result, modern point of sale counters basically have PCs and mobile devices running cloud-based programs, which are then connected to local retail hardware like card readers and bar code scanners. ?? billion in 2018 to $3.73

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 29, 2020

The Lightspeed Retail system is utilized by retail companies, and it's all focused on the cloud. Lightspeed started life as a company offering retail POS system technology to companies. LightspeedHQ.com still offers these retail solutions in the form of Lightspeed retail. Mobile optimized themes.

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Ecommerce Platforms

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Data Analytics. Shopline provides a real-time analytics dashboard that gives insights into customer data, traffic, marketing performance, which products sell best, etc. With Shopline’s Pro versions (more about pricing in a sec), you can review up to a year’s worth of data. The platform is expanding.

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Korona

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this article, we’ll walk through the best strategies for building customer loyalty for your liquor stores and discuss how a loyalty program integrates with a POS system. Building customer loyalty with in-store promotions. Mobile marketing strategies to grow consumer loyalty. Table of contents. Wine tastings.

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Korona

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In this article, we’ll walk through the best strategies for building customer loyalty for your liquor stores and discuss how a loyalty program integrates with a POS system. Building customer loyalty with in-store promotions. Mobile marketing strategies to grow consumer loyalty. Table of contents. Wine tastings.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

That said, Square Online has a free plan that may be a great choice if you’re a small business. 10 Great Visit site Read review Visit site Free Plan Available Great for Small Online Stores Freemium plan Mobile Friendly Sell online & In Person 7.3 /10 However, if I was forced to crown a winner, it would be Shopify.

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retailnext

DECEMBER 9, 2019

As technology expands and more and more consumers go online to shop, the retail industry faces new challenges. Today’s most active shoppers want to be loyal , which is an excellent situation for retail brands. Wi-Fi marketing is must-have technology for small and large retailers alike. So, how do you implement it?

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ROI Revolution

OCTOBER 7, 2021

By 2023, it’s expected that B2B brands and retailers will spend upwards of $14.5 Every industry has undoubtedly been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – but the apparel and retail industry has felt some of the biggest shockwaves. Computers and consumer electronics represent 22% of all retail ecommerce sales. billion in 2020.

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