Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Retail companies need to get CX right the first time, and providing a seamless omnichannel experience that makes shopping easy and delightful across all sales channels — both online and offline — is crucial for winning and retaining customers. Retailers need a base set of technologies that are all connected within the omnichannel ecosystem.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 17, 2022

Casual lifestyle brand Tom Tailor has launched a new mobile shopping experience through the NewStore omnichannel cloud platform’s Consumer App. Currently available in Germany, where Tom Tailor is headquartered, the app will eventually be expanded into additional markets.

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Mobile Customer Experience Customer Magazine 296

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 5, 2022

In fact, Retail TouchPoints has seen the number of channels used to conduct business grow year after year in its annual Omnichannel and Fulfillment Benchmark Survey. Mobile channels generated significant increases for 30% of respondents, and ecommerce marketplaces made significant revenue gains for 27%.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Enter: mobile marketing. Comprehensive mobile marketing for today’s world involves a digital, omnichannel marketing strategy that reaches consumers on their smartphones, smart watches, tablets and other mobile devices. Map Customer Journeys for Data-Driven Mobile Marketing. Key Takeaways.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Rogers & Hollands , an omnichannel jewelry retailer, recently implemented Oracle Retail Xstore Point-of-Service throughout its more than 70 stores. BTM Global was instrumental in helping us rapidly deploy the new mobile retail POS and driving quick wins to evolve our in-store guest experience.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Whether customers decide to shop online, use the mobile app or are face to face with an associate, Tractor Supply offers a number of tools that enable inventory visibility, seamless service and fast checkout. RTP: Tractor Supply won a Brand Experience Award this year for the enhancements it has made to the branded mobile app.

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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. In the US, we looked at […].

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 29, 2024

Retail Innovation Conference & Expo attendees can stop by the Shoplazza booth #526 to learn more about Retasmart and how it can support your omnichannel ambitions. Visit the official #RICE24 hub to get more details on what to expect at this year’s show.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2023

Women’s activewear and lifestyle brand Sweaty Betty has rolled out the mobile POS from NewStore in 73 stores across the UK and Ireland. By replacing its legacy POS with NewStore’s omnichannel cloud platform, the London-based brand can now run its entire retail operations via iPhone.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Associates have to be omnichannel fulfillment specialists. For example, a retailer’s flagship locations could have POS software running on fixed tills and also on mobile devices to assist with line-busting and in-aisle service. Excellent brand ambassadors are like traffic magnets. Of course, they need to be product experts.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 14, 2022

The early-season surge can be attributed to shoppers’ awareness of potential shipping delays , which also made omnichannel fulfillment a winning solution during that final rush: stores with curbside or in-store pickup options captured 62% of global sales during the Dec. 18 and Dec. 18-31 window. “In

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Wiser

OCTOBER 30, 2024

How Omnichannel Behaviors Are Evolving Recent surveys reveal that today’s shoppers do not view their journeys as strictly online or in-store. Leverage Mobile to Connect Touchpoints: Use location-based promotions and digital ads that direct consumers to physical stores, tapping into the omnipresence of mobile devices in their daily lives.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 31, 2023

Shinola and Filson will modernize their in-store experiences with mobile POS, order management and store inventory solutions from NewStore. Both retail brands are owned by Bedrock Manufacturing ; Filson is known for high-end outdoor clothing and accessories, and Shinola offers products including timepieces, leather goods, jewelry and audio.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Three standout examples demonstrate the versatility and potential of this technology: Ikea tackles the challenge of checking out large furniture items with a QR-based mobile checkout option. Link QR codes to personalized mobile magazines showcasing your holiday collection, or develop QR-based in-store games that offer exclusive discounts.

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Gifts Magazine Information Social Media 275

Groove

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This strategy integrates well with an omnichannel campaign. Common Factors Affecting SMS Delivery Four common factors impact the deliverability rate of your SMS marketing messages: Carrier filters: To protect the inboxes of their users, mobile carriers will block messages that they flag as spam or irrelevant.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Global downloads of mobile shopping apps were up 16% year-over-year in the first half of 2022 while the number of sessions was up 29% , according to data from the It’s Not Luck, It’s Skill: Make Every Marketing Dollar Count This Holiday Season report by data.ai. Mobile Retailing Requires a ‘Mindset Shift’.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 25, 2024

Later this year, Foot Locker plans to upgrade its mobile app, adding real-time launch updates with a “Heat Monitor” for members to monitor and track pre-launch hype, upgraded search and filtering capabilities, streamlined sign-in with biometric authentication and seamless integration with the FLX Rewards program. “Our

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Hawkins’ job is to actually deliver on all those buzzy retail aspirations — omnichannel, seamless, frictionless — and fast, because if there’s one thing the mobile-first Gen Z shopper is not known for, it’s patience. So for us it’s really about getting the right products to her at the right time.”

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

With conversational commerce solutions, brands can unlock a seamless omnichannel experience, win lasting customer loyalty and drive revenue. Modern consumers live on their mobile devices. Customer service is an integral part of the omnichannel experience equation that should not be forgotten or neglected.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 10, 2023

Insider Intelligence predicts that mobile commerce sales will account for 43.4% Although standard m-commerce sites offer ease and convenience, more consumers are spending more time in mobile apps, especially those that offer seamless and immersive brand experiences. of total U.S. retail ecommerce sales — and 6.5% of all U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 16, 2024

Samsonite has implemented a new mobile-driven experience across its European stores, powered by Oracle Retail Xstore Point of Service and implemented by Oracle Retail Consulting. With Oracle’s mobile retail POS system, we are taking one more step in this journey.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For its part, Shein gains credibility as the China-based company faces continued scrutiny from U.S. “Our partnership with Shein allows us to seamlessly meet customers where they are — on digital platforms — delivering the convenience, value and satisfaction they expect from us.” ”

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 6, 2025

Sampath shared with Retail TouchPoints how employee compensation was the unlock that returned the business to growth, and why he doesnt believe in pursuing omnichannel perfection. Prioritizing Personalization over Omnichannel Counter to many of his retail peers, one thing Sampath isnt focused on is omnichannel.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 11, 2022

When you expand into retail stores, you want to use all the datasets you have, including online sales, mobility data and traffic data,” Sheriff said. Parachute’s product categories are a natural fit for omnichannel behaviors. But if you’re just starting off, you should really put a premium on co-tenancy.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The retailer will deploy Jumpmind Commerce, a cloud-native, mobile-first POS solution, and Jumpmind Promote, for unified promotions across both physical and digital experiences. The Vitamin Shoppe will update its point-of-sale and promotions capabilities chainwide with solutions from Jumpmind.

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Wiser

JANUARY 30, 2025

The New Consumer Journey: Navigating Multiple Channels Todays consumers seamlessly navigate between online, mobile, and in-store shopping channels, with 49% seeking a more cohesive experience across these touchpoints. With tools like real-time data insights and omnichannel solutions, businesses can foster loyalty and long-term success.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

” The Family Dollar mobile app allows consumers to access timely ads , local inventory levels and other planning tools. Mobile apps have become a notable investment opportunity for these retailers, because they can inform consumers and empower them to make the best possible decisions.

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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 14, 2025

Although Buckle has been using Aptos software since 2018, the team decided to move from its Windows-based POS system to Aptos ONEs mobile-first application in order to further evolve its tech stack and better meet guest expectations.

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iVend

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The term omnichannel has been part of the retail world since around 2010. And still omnichannel retail continues to grow – at a predicted average of 16.4% Over the years however, what constitutes an omnichannel has evolved. In the early days of omnichannel, 15 years ago, the average shopper used two touchpoints to make a sale.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The numbers from our latest guide to omnichannel commerce speak for themselves, showing that marketing across three or more channels earns brands 250% higher engagement. From cybersecurity to ecommerce, digital to mobile, she has touched every aspect of today’s technology landscape.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Omnichannel Presence : Creating a seamless shopping experience across all channels, whether in-store, online, or via mobile apps, ensuring customers engage with the brand effortlessly. Mobile Integration: Offering mobile apps for seamless shopping and mobile payments and enhancing in-store experience with mobile POS systems.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 15, 2024

Office Depot ’s task completion rate has reached 90% across its network of 1,500 stores and 13,000 associates since implementing Zebra’s Workcloud software and mobile computing solutions. Since deployment, the solutions have become central to store operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Mobile Accounts for More Than Half of Ecommerce Sales. Mobile in particular played a major role during Thanksgiving Weekend this year — the channel accounted for 51% of all digital sales during the period, up from 46% last year and topping 50% for the first time ever, according to Adobe Analytics. Indoor mall traffic was up 1.2%

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Frictionless Omnichannel “Omnichannel” as a goal is nothing new; retailers have been pursuing this objective for well over a decade. Omnichannel” as a reality has proven more elusive. In fact, just 11% of the executives surveyed said they are actually delivering a frictionless omnichannel experience today.

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Payment Services Omnichannel POS Retail 288

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Apple’s ad policy changes are already impacting spend on social media and mobile. Investments in new channels or modernization efforts (or both) are a sign of a brand doing the right work to drive retention and acquisition in a more cohesive omnichannel approach. Invest in First-Party Data.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Nearly a quarter (24%) of consumers say that a consistent digital experience across a brand’s website, mobile app, etc. Consumers purchase from a variety of channels and while email remains a primary channel for driving consumer purchases, SMS, social media platforms and mobile apps also drive substantial numbers of sales, too.

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