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Batteries Plus: Customer Data and Store Expertise Power Sweeping Digital Transformation

Retail TouchPoints

But that same wave of electronic innovation that gave rise to Batteries Plus also put a drain on the retailer’s business as ecommerce began to take hold. Over the last decade or so, Batteries Plus has struggled to find its place in the world of digital retail, even as consumers have become ever more reliant on battery-powered devices.

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HBC Splits Saks OFF 5TH Into Online and In-Store Businesses — a Path Other Brands May Follow

Retail TouchPoints

HBC will spin off the ecommerce operations of Saks OFF 5TH into its own independent entity through a partnership with Insight Partners. The company received a $200 million equity investment in a round led by Insight Partners, which will help her enhance omnichannel capabilities, including fulfillment and logistics improvements.

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As ‘Appointment Retailing’ Use Cases Expand, More Brands See Value

Retail TouchPoints

Retailers such as Best Buy and Apple were two of the first to implement the model at scale, showing the value for businesses outside of luxury and specialty retail. An omnichannel appointment system is especially valuable as more brands and retailers expand their assortment of in-store and digital services.

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The Best POS (Point of Sale) Systems for 2019: The Ultimate Guide

Ecommerce Platforms

Today’s commerce environment has a wide range of solutions for brick-and-mortar stores, most of which are essentially multifaceted point of sale systems. Customer Relationship Management: A solid POS system should help you manage your customer data accordingly, as well as boost sales through promotions.