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Laying the Operational Foundation for Autonomous Stores

Retail TouchPoints

While autonomous stores and technological innovation are high on the retail agenda, the infrastructure and operational efforts that enable them aren’t often given the same broad attention. These operations may struggle to adapt to the unique needs of automated checkout systems and smart stores.

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Streamlining Retail Operations With Innovative Tech Solutions

365 Retail

In a business world where customers demand seamless shopping experiences, retailers face intense pressure to keep up. Luckily, new technology offers solutions to streamline retail store operations, boost operational efficiency, and provide top-notch service. Read on for more insight! But how do they work?

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Dollar General Voids Self-Checkout at 12,000 Stores, Citing Shrink

Retail TouchPoints

“Shrink continues to be the most significant headwind in our business, and we are deploying an end-to-end approach to shrink reduction across the organization, including efforts in our supply chain, merchandising and within our stores,” said Todd Vasos, CEO of Dollar General during a an earnings call last month.

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Walmart Canada Will Invest $3.5 Billion To Modernize Stores, DCs And Supply Chain

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart Canada will augment and modernize its supply chain with the construction of two new distribution centers equipped with next-generation automation, and the implementation of new warehouse management systems at DCs to help meet the needs of omnichannel consumers. More than 150 of Walmart Canada’s 408 stores are targeted for renovation.

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IoT in Retail: Top 5 Use Cases and Real-Life Examples

Retail TouchPoints

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. region or individual stores, reducing energy consumption and utility costs without negatively impacting the customer experience.

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Amidst Customer Experience Obsession, Don’t Overlook Importance Of Analytics

RTP blog

By Paul Millette, Carousel Industries For arguably anyone in retail, the conversation of “delivering the ultimate customer experience” is as prolific as discussions about inventory management, supply chain operations and P&L statements. 1 driver in bolstering the customer experience.

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How Edge Computing Enables the Retail Store of the Future

Retail TouchPoints

The pandemic and related supply chain disruptions led to shuttered storefronts and rampant bankruptcies. Then, last year, in-store sales grew faster than online sales, while ecommerce stocks took a big hit. Retailers cited rising costs, declining consumer spending and supply chain volatility as their top concerns.