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Contactless Vending Machines Offer Physical Distribution Outlets for Local Brands

Retail TouchPoints

Small and local brands wondering whether their products will appeal to customers who encounter them in the physical world can now get answers to their questions. Currently, the company is accepting applications from small businesses interested in selling their products in hotels, airports or convention centers.

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How To Start a Retail Business: The Ultimate Guide

Korona

In recent years, the retail industry has experienced remarkable growth despite the economic consequences of the COVID-19 crisis. According to the National Retail Federation , the total number of retail locations in the U.S. In addition, during May of 2021, retail sales reached a record high of over $570 billion. .

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

Ecommerce Platforms

Retailers worldwide are seemingly excited about the prospects of this revolutionary approach. As a result, modern point of sale counters basically have PCs and mobile devices running cloud-based programs, which are then connected to local retail hardware like card readers and bar code scanners. ?? Vend POS Review. Shopify POS.