Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2023

As a result, more brands need to look for ways to incorporate 3D and AR tech into their omnichannel strategy. As with all next-gen tech, there have been some early adopters, especially in the realm of fashion, footwear and accessories, that are already employing 3D and AR to enhance the ecommerce experience. New digital opportunities.

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UpSellIt

JULY 13, 2023

In today’s competitive landscape, embracing an omnichannel retail strategy has become essential for businesses to thrive. By seamlessly integrating multiple channels, retailers can provide a cohesive and personalized shopping experience for their customers. What is Omnichannel Retailing?

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In addition to perfecting each brand touchpoint’s management, it is the liaisons that matter the most in an omnichannel context. Acknowledging the power of technology . Technology has opened infinite opportunities for brands to connect and get in touch with their audiences. An array of forms and formats.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 3, 2023

The essence and approach of this model and technology can be extrapolated and applied to different industries and technologies. And we push the limits using high-performing feature engineering technology that can successfully manage Big Data data marts, provide visibility for business intelligence users and guide marketing campaigns.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 9, 2023

My daughter lives in technology. For that generation, this,” Hawkins said holding up his cellphone, “is just who they are, and they demand a great experience — they want it now, they want it easy, they want it fast and they want it secure. So for us it’s really about getting the right products to her at the right time.”

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

Nearly half ( 46% ) of retailers surveyed in Retail TouchPoints’ Store Operations Survey noted that they provide mobile POS to associates — and an additional 31% plan to implement the technology this year. Because there are a lot of mobile devices that you’ll see in other stores and they’re behind a cabinet or locked in a drawer.”

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2024

As 2024 unfolds, the B2B ecommerce sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological advancements and shifting buyer behaviors. Navigating digital transformation in 2024’s B2B ecommerce landscape hinges on a deeper comprehension of AI, omnichannel strategies and social commerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2020

Ready to grow even further, the company launched a digital transformation to swap out its legacy systems, advance customer knowledge through data and provide a truly omnichannel customer experience. Like its ERP system, Burton’s POS was dated and needed to be replaced.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 19, 2022

Retail TouchPoints (RTP): How have shifts in consumer behaviors and expectations impacted the way retailers invest in technology? In fact, 36% of retailers still tell us they’re planning to spend more [on technology] in 2022 than they did in 2021. RTP: The recession isn’t impacting retail budgets for technology, which is great.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

By enabling customers to message in-store associates while they shop online, conversational commerce gives customers an enhanced customer service experience and the confidence they need to buy online. Connect Your In-Store and Digital Experiences with Conversational Commerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Brands and retailers realize there is no one-size-fits-all strategy for stores — and design teams are rising to the challenge by thinking more creatively and thoughtfully about how they can innovate through new formats, technologies and collaboration methods. Technology is going to be central [to the store experience] — it has to be.

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GetElastic

AUGUST 10, 2021

With the global adoption of mobile devices, expansion of IoT, and dynamic behavior of customer buying habits, it’s become more important than ever for brands to take a holistic, interconnected approach to their customer’s digital experiences. Starbucks & Dunkin Donuts. Bank of America. Zurich Insurance Group.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The company has successfully helped retailers like American Eagle Outfitters leverage RFID and computer vision-based inventory tracking technology to create a holistic, near-real-time view of inventory across stores to empower both associates and consumers. RTP: What capabilities are required for success from an experience standpoint?

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 19, 2022

However, the role of the store is evolving, so retailers need to consider how they invest in modern experiential and omnichannel shops. Invest in Mobile Tools for Shoppers and Associates Alike. Experiences Are Great — if They Fit Your Needs. There’s nothing wrong with getting the basics in place first.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2023

When Houle started with Aldo Group as Senior Director of Digital Technology, “We were primarily focused on digitalizing our retail experience across all channels,” he said in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. It involves not just the right technology but also the right skills, processes, and culture.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 5, 2022

The companies will initially focus on re-platforming the Bergdorf Goodman website and mobile application in order to expand its global capabilities and services using FARFETCH Platform Solutions (FPS). NMG has been heavily pushing technological solutions as growth tools in recent years.

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iVend

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Read how our technology gives retailers the gift of growth. We take a look at the RIS predictions and how you can use retail technology to implement actions based on them – positioning yourself to receive the gift of business growth and increased profits this holiday season.

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iVend

APRIL 20, 2023

In this article, we explore how mobile POS ‘untethers’ the point of sale, allowing it to go out into the store, and even beyond the four walls. iVend Mobile POS iVend helps retailers to reap the benefits of mobile POS. Learn how our mobile POS transforms the checkout process. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2024

This year, we’ll hear senior-level executives’ perspectives on how customer experiences are evolving as content, community and commerce converge. With an emphasis on customer experience, RICE has three tailored tracks to reflect the distinct interests and needs of its key audience members.

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RTP blog

APRIL 9, 2018

By Tom O’Keefe, 4-Tell Nordstrom has long been synonymous with the words ‘Customer Experience.’ Defining what it means to provide the white glove treatment — and proving that it equates to a fiercely loyal customer base — businesses have always looked to them for strategies to enhance the customer experience.

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Forrester eCommerce

AUGUST 12, 2020

For over a decade, Forrester has conducted an annual review of banks’ mobile apps. My colleague Gina Bhawalkar and I recently published our most recent research, in which we evaluated and scored the mobile banking experiences on more than a dozen banking brands’ apps across the US and Canada.

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365 Retail

MARCH 15, 2024

The Retail Technology Show has announced that Dr Nick Beighton, CEO of MATCHESFASHION and Chairman of Secret Sales, will join its headline speakers as part of its 2024 conference programme. Register for free to attend the industry’s flagship event which brings the magic of retail to life, here.

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iVend

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

A mobile retail strategy is critical to the success of retailers. Shoppers have their mobile device with them anywhere and everywhere, putting the retail experience at their fingertips 24/7/365. iVend for Magento iVend helps retailers to engage mobile shoppers. So where to start?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 13, 2023

includes cloud technology solutions with rich mobile functionality for omnichannel, POS, merchandising, ERP, warehouse management, analytics and loss prevention. and Livestock banners, and plans to open as many as 80 additional stores in the country over the next five years. The Retail Management Suite from Jesta I.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 16, 2024

Build-A-Bear Workshop has deployed a new cloud-native, mobile-first POS and customer engagement solution in 450 stores across the U.S., Canada and the UK, with plans to roll out the technology in additional geographies over the next year.

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iVend

MARCH 20, 2024

Mobile POS is one of the fastest growing retail trends – with store associates being armed with devices that run the same cloud-based POS software as the fixed checkouts, enabling payment, inventory management and loyalty anywhere in the store. Mobile POS System iVend mobile POS takes service to customers in the aisle.

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? There are 2.14 billion digital shoppers today.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

As consumers increasingly adopt hybrid and omnichannel experiences, retailers must adapt to meet changing consumer expectations. Consumers expect brands to provide seamless access to products and services via mobile apps. Location-Powered Experiences Drive Results. Location-Powered Experiences Drive Results.

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. As it turns out, based on a 2019 study , many customers actually prefer a hybrid experience over one that is entirely online or in-person. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? There are 2.14 billion digital shoppers today.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2022

The demand for grocery omnichannel ecommerce has been fueled by the pandemic, specifically consumers’ desire for convenience. To keep up with this demand and consumer expectations, grocers will have to invest in the right forward-looking technology to evolve omnichannel offerings to meet customer needs.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 11, 2021

Now more than ever, retailers are looking for solutions to create more seamless in-person and digital customer experiences. Offering omnichannel shopping experiences requires real-time updates and a tech stack that works together in the background to power each leg of the buyer’s journey.

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Wiser

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

To succeed, omnichannel retailers and brands need to be true to their names and fully unify their selling channels. Omnichannel holiday strategy requires channels to work together. Omnichannel retailers are at a distinct advantage because they already have the cross-channel functionalities. Leveraging Mobile Technology .

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The top five episodes of 2023 reaffirm some of the most trending topics we covered on Retail TouchPoints over the past year, illustrating how rapidly the industry (and the customer experience) have evolved. Let’s begin the countdown… 5. Why it Matters: In 2023, we saw employee turnover reach record highs.

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Kibo

JULY 22, 2020

Omnichannel Personalization is the practice of creating customer experiences that are informed by real-time data from all channels, and extending them across every touchpoint, to build consistent relationships with the customer everywhere they interact with the brand. Omnichannel Customer Experience.

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Kibo

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Retailers now have multiple channels to interact with customers, such as online stores, mobile apps, customer service, buy online, pick up in store/curbside, and buy online, ship from store/distribution centers (DCs) scenarios. With over 15 years of experience, he has implemented many omnichannel projects for various clients.

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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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365 Retail

MARCH 13, 2023

By building an omnichannel strategy, brands can diversify reach and expand their presence across different channels to communicate with audiences they may have previously failed to resonate with, as well as engage new customers. But what exactly is omnichannel and how can online retailers adapt to meet ever-changing consumer habits?

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