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

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

MARCH 9, 2023

My daughter lives in technology. 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.

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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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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. In the US, use of BNPL grew from 37.7%

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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

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

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

But for retailers, having an online strategy isn’t enough — especially if it’s an outdated one, and only designed for one generation. Customize physical stores to the omnichannel experience. Building this kind of omnichannel experience revolves around a combination of data analytics and mobile devices.

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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

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

JULY 3, 2023

Many of us have become experts at navigating an ecommerce site in seconds, and some of us may even pay for groceries via mobile apps on our smartphones. Despite its growing popularity, many business leaders and IT teams aren’t taking full advantage of this technology. Here’s how.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

So it’s no surprise that 47% of executives believe that store design and experience have become more critical to their brand strategy over the past year, according to Retail TouchPoints research. For example, they need to support omnichannel services like BOPIS, ship-from-store and seamless returns.

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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 20, 2022

Then there’s direct mail — the unsung hero of many brands’ multichannel marketing strategies. Apple’s ad policy changes are already impacting spend on social media and mobile. In all likelihood, brands will have to invest in technology or identify a partner to unite and activate their first-party data.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2024

About the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo The Retail Innovation Conference & Expo (also known as RICE) aims to bring together emerging brands and established omnichannel players alike to dig into the topics and trends shaping the future of retail. Founder and President Nick Bodkins describes Boisson as “the Sephora of NA.”

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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

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. Whilst the U.S.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 26, 2024

Cooperative food wholesaler Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) , which serves independently owned supermarkets, has expanded its partnership with Instacart to offer ecommerce and same-day delivery solutions as well as smart cart technology to its member retailers. An Instacart shopper will then pick and deliver the order. ”

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If experience has become an integral part of brand strategy, it is because brands are more customer-focused than ever. 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 .

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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. There’s nothing wrong with getting the basics in place first. Experiences Are Great — if They Fit Your Needs.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The retailer has built, tested and optimized mobile-based technology to help associates feel equipped, informed and connected to serve customers across all channels. Let’s begin the countdown… 5. Why it Matters: In 2023, we saw employee turnover reach record highs.

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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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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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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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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2021

As the department store sector aims to reinvent itself for retail’s digital age, iconic retailer Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is investing rapidly in technologies that will elevate its integrated luxury retail strategy across all channels. So how does NMG see these digital investments leveling up its omnichannel game?

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 6, 2022

In that vein, retail store managers and shopping center owners/operators can leverage data-driven technologies to make strategic business decisions that will benefit their bottom line. Video analytics and computer vision technology gathers comprehensive data on shopper behavior and on-premise trends. Driving Shopper Engagement.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Global Shopping Festival, luxury brands took their online-to-offline omnichannel experience to the next level, Chen noted, “with a huge uptake in 3D shopping, augmented reality and virtual reality try-ons for products, digital avatars and digital collectables.” At Alibaba’s recent 11.11

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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. Retailers use location to deliver stellar experiences for customers through their brand’s mobile app.

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Kibo

JUNE 10, 2021

Omnichannel commerce is a strategy that connects every sales channel that consumers use to interact with a retail brand. This may include a brand’s website, social media accounts, mobile app, or physical stores. An omnichannel strategy seeks to deliver a cohesive message across all channels. Download the findings.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 5, 2021

But the pandemic put a spotlight on a daunting gap for properties that desperately needs filling: digital strategy (and the lack thereof). But as we inch closer to the holiday season, malls and shopping center operators are seeing a greater need to refine and optimize their omnichannel experiences. Photo credit: Galleria Dallas.

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GetElastic

APRIL 11, 2023

The world of commerce is evolving rapidly, and brands need to keep up with the latest technologies and trends to stay ahead of the game. One of the most powerful recent commerce technologies is headless commerce. Headless commerce is a method of dividing the front-end and back-end aspects of an eCommerce platform.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 11, 2021

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. Retailers must look for the right technology that will streamline their operations and improve the customer experience, which can ultimately increase brand loyalty and revenue.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The Retail TouchPoints 2022 Retail Strategy & Planning (#RSP22) webinar series, now available on-demand, offered a wealth of tips and best practices across critical areas including pricing, location-based technology, inventory management and marketplaces. Differentiating on product and price has become harder and harder.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 12, 2021

While the JOANN customer experience is extremely human-centric, the retailer doesn’t shy away from using technology. Retail TouchPoints (RTP): What roles does technology play in creating the JOANN customer experience? Now, we use tech that allows shoppers to input their mobile number so that they can go do other things while they wait.

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Pivotree Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To succeed in this dynamic environment, it is crucial for modern commerce to align seamlessly with the supply chain, particularly in the context of omnichannel strategies. When your omnichannel commerce operations and supply chain are in sync, you can optimize processes and eliminate inefficiencies.

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Groove

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Omnichannel selling opportunities. Mobile optimization. Here at Groove Commerce, we’re committed to the belief that a business’s strategy should drive its technology decision. Omnichannel Selling. Mobile Optimization. Omnichannel Selling. Mobile Optimization. Integration capabilities.

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