Self-Checkout is Here to Stay in Retail…
Many of us who work in the IT or retail industry have likely heard about or even witnessed some of the negatives surrounding self-checkouts. However, self-checkouts aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. According to this Retail TouchPoints article, “consumers may grumble and retailers may make noise about cracking down in the name of theft, self-checkout is […]
The Future of In-Store Technology for Retail…
According to this TRB article, “Retailers require creativity to be one step ahead of everyone and to survive in a dramatically changed global scenario.” In addition, “Companies that experiment with technologies to determine which ones improve operational efficiency and which improve the customer experience are more likely to succeed.”
RFID, AI, and Crave Retail Connect with Shoppers…
According to this GlobalData article, “Fashion brands are constantly striving to elevate the shopping experience and drive traffic that will translate into purchases.” And thanks to Crave Retail, they are “…helping bridge this gap between retailers and shoppers in a more inclusive and convenient way.”
Retail Technology Predictions for 2024…
According to this Forbes article, “…this will be the most tech-forward year yet in retail—but only if retailers take advantage of what’s out there.” It’s evident that in-store retail technologies are steadily advancing each year. From the expansion of in-store digital technologies and hyper-personalization in customer service to advanced payment methods and virtual fitting room […]
Verkada Helix Combats Fraud for Retailers…
Retailers, did you know there is a new way to help prevent fraudulent chargeback? Well, according this Verkada blog, “[w]ith video evidence supporting transaction records, businesses are in a much stronger position to dispute fraudulent chargebacks.” In addition, Verkada Helix “…offers physical retail spaces a number of proof points in chargeback investigations and proactive defense.”
Escaping Technology Complexity in Retail
According to this Bain & Company’s article, “[t]echnology modernization is one of the hardest items on the executive to-do list in retail.” In addition, “…what differentiates tech leaders in retail is their understanding of the strategic importance of technology, which pervades their businesses.”
The Technology Retailers Need…
According to this BizTech Magazine article, “Retailers are striving to make 2024 the year for frictionless shopping.” And “[t]o do that, they must incorporate the latest technologies that people need to do their jobs…”
Buying Digital Signage Hardware
When it comes to digital signage, the options are endless, which can complicate decision-making for IT professionals. According to this Digital Signage Today article, “the sheer volume of hardware options can be overwhelming.” And, “The variety of LED or projection displays, combined with the variety of player options (system on a chip and cloud-based or […]
Customer Communication and IT Best Practices…
According to this Tech Republic article, “On Feb. 22, more than 73,000 AT&T customers in the U.S. reported a network outage lasting more than eight hours.” So, what can IT professional learn from their network outage? “The AT&T outage emphasizes the importance of testing backups, redundant systems and emergency preparedness plans.”…
Digital-Signage: The Future of Retail…
It’s no secret, digital signage has garnered a lot of popularity over the past few years. But, why are so many companies suddenly depending on it? According to this Innovation & Tech Today article, “Digital signage is not just another blip on the tech radar; it’s reshaping how businesses and customers dance together…”
Loss Prevention Driving Retail…
According to this Retail Customer Experience article, “92% of retailers say improving loss prevention is an important driver of their store technology strategy, up from 52% just a year ago.” And that “Almost all (98%) of business executives and 85% of IT executives cite loss prevention as the most important outcome for investments in store […]
Takeaways From NRF 2024…
Based on observations at NRF 2024, artificial intelligence, autonomous platforms, and loss prevention advancements are among the solutions that will pave the way for seamless retail operations, according to a recent Convenience Store News article.
