RetailMinded

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Did you know that point of sale systems date back to 1879 when the first one was invented by American shopkeeper James Ritty. POS and customer order management technologies have transformed how customers have shopped and likewise, how retailers can support them. Unified Commerce Platforms.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 3, 2023

As consumers, we’ve learned how to adjust to and enjoy new shopping formats. We’ve grown accustomed to these various retail touch points, and as a result, we’ve started to notice omnichannel inconsistencies that might never have occurred to us before — raising our own expectations of our favorite brands and retailers. Here’s how.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 30, 2023

DCC is an optional service offered at the point of sale, allowing customers to view the cost of their purchases in their home currency. Consumers, on the other hand, should compare rates at the point of sale with those provided by their card issuer to ensure they are getting a good deal. Benefits for Consumers 1.

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RTP blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

By Susan Wall, Oracle + Bronto Consumers today want it all when they shop. But they also expect a helping hand guiding them along the sales path. But with consumer behavior ever-changing, how can you ensure you’re meeting their expectations today while setting yourself up for success tomorrow? Just ask Alexa.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 4, 2021

Voice recognition technology has moved beyond the realm of checking the weather and playing music. Pandemic-fueled digital commerce is rapidly increasing the use of voice recognition technology. Consumer preference for contactless retail experiences is expected to remain the norm post-pandemic. This year, there will be 4.2

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Consumers will be able to use their credit and debit cards, Apple Pay or other digital wallets to purchase items, with no additional POS hardware or payment terminal required to complete transactions. Stripe will be the first payment platform to offer the service to business customers, including the Shopify Point of Sale app this spring.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 11, 2024

But while AI is already delivering big changes to retailers’ bottom lines, it hasn’t yet truly transformed the way consumers shop. Retailers are readying auto-shopping bots that allow consumers to enter very detailed preferences (styles, brands, materials, sizes, prices, etc.) That will happen this year.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

After years of lockdowns and digital-driven behaviors, consumers’ actions have shown how crucial the store experience is to how they shop and interact with brands. Retail TouchPoints asked experts across the store design, experience and technology realms to share the trends they believe will drive brick-and-mortar innovation.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 28, 2023

As a result, store design teams are thinking more critically, and intentionally, about their new physical experiences — especially if technology plays a supporting role. Do retailers have interest in technologies that garner a lot of attention and PR?

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This, however, is a different consumer. With such habits, the smallest friction in the purchase journey can leave a sour taste in the consumer’s mouth. SoftPoS or Software Point of Sale is a software solution that can turn almost any mobile device into a payment terminal. SoftPoS – What and why?

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2020

Near-field communication (NFC) is similar to radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology, except that NFC only allows devices to connect and share information if they’re within about four inches of each other. Can fraudsters exploit NFC technology? How can consumers stay safe while using contactless payments?

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

This is crucial considering a recent Publicis Sapient report on customer loyalty , based on a survey of over 8,000 consumers across six countries, revealed that 52% of global consumers report having slight to no brand loyalty overall. A well-designed store can create a memorable brand experience that strengthens customer loyalty.

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365 Retail

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Over the past two decades, ISE has served as a catalyst for groundbreaking technological advances, fostered meaningful connections and dialogue and propelled the systems integration industry to new heights. But the smart retailers are the ones that have responded by embracing technology.

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RetailMinded

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

After all, as a self-described retail geek, I get giddy when it comes to exploring the latest retail technology, exploring flagship stores that keep up with collective retail trends and discovering new resources that help fuel the global commerce industry at large. After all, employees are the front-facing reflection of brands to consumers.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 27, 2021

Surges in online shopping during the pandemic helped fuel the growth of point-of-sale loans — a market that is forecast to grow at an annualized 9.8% As the popularity of BNPL increases, it is important for consumers and merchants to weigh the benefits and the drawbacks of using/offering these payment options.

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iVend

DECEMBER 11, 2023

For the world of retail technology, 2024 looks set to be an exciting year. As consumer demands continue to evolve, and competition is hotter than ever, retailers are embracing innovative solutions to stay ahead. All retail processes iVend helps retailers to stay ahead of retail technology trends.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

5G can also connect mobile point-of-sale (POS) terminals , self-service kiosks, scan-and-go checkouts and other forms of frictionless shopping with ease. Omnichannel solutions that leverage intelligent displays, QR codes and consumer profiles can provide extreme personalization. Tractor Supply Co. The retail industry is dynamic.

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iVend

JANUARY 17, 2023

But we’re also seeing exciting technology trends * in the retail industry. There has never been so much tech in retail, with retail technology solutions having the power to help attract and retain customers, for sustained growth and profit. See how we’re implementing digital technology in retail stores. between 2022 and 2030 ++.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2024

It’s been a veritable tsunami of bad press for self-checkout, and honestly, it’s not all that surprising — after all, consumers have long complained about the finicky machines, which often don’t work and, even when they do, make many customers feel like they’re doing the retailer’s job for them. But biometrics are just like any technology.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2024

Despite some consumer and retailer complaints about self-checkout , the technology is well entrenched in retail store operations. While there is some resistance to self-service POS, the efficiency and cost-effectiveness can’t be overlooked,” said Benjamin Bond, Principal at Kearney in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 16, 2024

supermarket with cashier-free checkout technology powered by computer vision. ALDIgo, using technology from Grabango , tracks which items shoppers put in their carts; customers can then pay with a credit or debit card or the Grabango app at cashierless pay stations or they can use traditional manned lanes.

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BigCommerce

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Thinking of dipping your toes into the direct to consumer waters? In fact, according to IAB’s popular new study, The Rise of the 21st Century Brand Economy, the future of retail growth comes from direct consumer relationships. Today we’ll explore five essential elements your brand needs to know for going direct to consumer.

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iVend

OCTOBER 16, 2022

iVend Smart Retail Technology iVend’s retail technology helps to engage smart shoppers. All of which presents an opportunity to retailers, to engage consumers more effectively than ever before – but they need smart retail technology to help them meet the needs of these new super-savvy shoppers.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2023

Retailers cited rising costs, declining consumer spending and supply chain volatility as their top concerns. The survey also found that less than 13% of retail organizations are investing in technology to tackle these challenges, instead remaining focused on short-term fixes like increasing prices and running marketing campaigns.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The digitization of brick-and-mortar stores is nothing new, but up until recently it has primarily been focused on surfaces in the store that are already digital: point-of-sale systems or back-of-house tasks like inventory management. and Vancouver, Wash. —

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As one of the largest media and entertainment companies in the world, NBCUniversal is also one of the biggest vehicles for brands to connect with consumers. Consumers have so much choice, and brands more than ever need to show up in a way that’s relevant.” said Reduto.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Legacy FTC rules require sellers to disclose sale terms before consumers subscribe and to provide cancellation information. As FTC Chair Lina Khan explains, “The new rule aims to prevent businesses from tricking consumers into unwanted subscriptions, saving consumers time and money.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2023

She and Robert Price, EVP of Global Sales and GM of Omnichannel Retail for Felbro, gave a joint presentation about how the companies collaborated to bring a new store concept to market — from render to reality. How do we give consumers a reason to get off their sofa, come to the store and have a physical experience?” Speters asked.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A network outage can mean lost sales in the short term, as shoppers simply move to another brand for that purchase, or losses in the long term if that customer does not return. A cyberattack that compromises customer personal information can diminish the trust consumers place in a brand.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2023

This AI- and AR-powered technology forms a seamless part of the shopping journey for our passengers, helping them to easily choose the products that are perfect for them, as well as saving them time at the airport. “We have been working on this collaboration with Perfect Corp. Perfect Corp. in a statement. in a statement. “We ”

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Whether it was inspiration from this “summer of sport” or keeping up with the ever-changing weather, the increasing unpredictability of consumers’ shopping habits was on display this summer. The cost-of-living crisis is undoubtedly driving buying decisions, so simplifying the consumer journey is essential for closing the sale.

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365 Retail

JANUARY 4, 2023

As consumers tighten their belts and the fight for customer mindshare and employee loyalty plays out, retailers must ensure they enhance customer services on the shop floor – whilst ensuring that their employees feel both engaged and empowered in their roles. Retailers need to ‘flip the script’ on the perception of working in retail. .

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ChannelAdvisor

OCTOBER 9, 2023

But as the world and commerce have evolved, so have the demands of today’s consumers. Here are several ways this more robust barcode can make the supply chain more efficient and bring more information to the fingertips of consumers. To put this benefit into perspective, think about how we as consumers experience product recalls today.

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ChannelAdvisor

OCTOBER 9, 2023

But as the world and commerce have evolved, so have the demands of today’s consumers. Here are several ways this more robust barcode can make the supply chain more efficient and bring more information to the fingertips of consumers. To put this benefit into perspective, think about how we as consumers experience product recalls today.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 10, 2023

Digital transformation isn’t easy for any brand, but for Pandora , with its 40 years of history and more than 6,400 points of sale across 100 countries, that effort is particularly complex. Pandora, needless to say, is opposed to horrible consumer experiences.

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RTP blog

JUNE 5, 2017

By Nicole Bryan, Sterling Payment Technologies Given the rise in reported data breaches and credit card fraud concerns, it should come as no surprise that the shift to EMV and mobile payments has some shoppers wary. Credit card security is on the rise, and merchants need to let consumers know they’re protected. Joseph News-Press.

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