IoT Connectivity is Helping Retail Boom…
According to a recent article by The Fast Mode, “[r]etail is undergoing a major shift, with automation taking center stage.” And the thing that is making that happen is reliable IoT connectivity. “From self-checkouts and smart vending machines to digital kiosks, retailers are integrating self-service solutions to meet consumer demand for speed and convenience.”
IoT Connectivity is Making Retail Boom Again…
It’s no secret that the retail world is undergoing major changes. A big driver of those changes are retailers implementing the latest IoT technologies at their brick-and-mortar facilities. According to this RFID Journal article, “84 percent of shoppers prefer using self-service kiosks, yet the success of these systems depends on one critical factor: reliable connectivity.”
“Smart Commerce” Retail Technology
With the plethora of convenient shopping options available today, many retailers are working hard to ensure their brick-and-mortar stores remain competitive and convenient by offering self-serve commerce options. According to this PYMNTS article, 53% of shoppers “prefer self-checkout, citing shorter lines, frictionless payment options and privacy.”
RFID Technology Helping at The Super Bowl
This upcoming Sunday, at Super Bowl LIX, the NFL will be using RFID technology for the players and fans. According to this Business Wire article, Zebra Technologies is holding a press conference on Wednesday, February 5th at 2:00pm CST to address why. The press conference will cover “how data generated by Zebra for Next Gen […]
The Year RFID Breaks Through…
According to this Chain Store Age article, “RFID tags provide a major deterrent to retail fraud. They enable retailers to avoid accepting returns of items that are counterfeit, not the same products that were purchased, goods bought from another retailer, or items that disappeared from the supply chain without being legitimately purchased.”
Coming to NRF 2025, Retail’s Big Show…
Did you know NRF 2025: Retail’s Big show kicks off this Sunday, January 12th? According to this National Retail Federation article, “…the new NRF Innovators Showcase will be a must-see exhibit of the event.” The Innovators Showcase will feature “…50 of the most impactful retail tech innovators, the Showcase highlights cutting-edge solutions that are redefining how […]
Low-Cost Data Center RFID Solution…
It’s no secret that RFID technology has been around for awhile, but the adoption of the technology was slow, until now. Even data centers are implementing the technology to protect their data and hardware assets. According to this RFID Journal article, “[i]f a theft takes place at a data center, often identifying when it happened […]
5G and 5G FWA – Shaping Retail’s Future…
According to a recent Retail Brew article, “5G tech has the potential to completely transform retail by enabling faster, smarter, and more connected shopping experiences.” In addition to that, with “…lightning-fast speeds and less lagging, 5G can elevate how you engage with your customers, manage inventory, and personalize your offerings.”
NRF 2025: Retail Technology Trends…
NRF 2025: Retail’s Big show takes place next month at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. According to this recent Chain Store Age article, “…Retail’s Big Show will provide insight into the direction three major trends in retail…”
Retail’s Convergence of AI and IoT
According to a recent Retail Customer Experience article, “[e]vent-enabled AIoT (the convergence of AI and IoT) brings game changing benefits to retail customers and employees in three areas: in-store, through customer service channels, and in the warehouse”
RFID: Retail Optimization During the Holidays…
With the convenience of omnichannel e-commerce platforms, many retailers are working hard to ensure their brick-and-mortar stores remain competitive. According to this SupplyChainBrain article, “RFID bridges the gap by enhancing in-store shopping experiences, offering customers many of the conveniences they’ve come to expect from online shopping.”
RFID Demonstrates Retail Versatility…
According to this Retail TouchPoints article, “RFID technology is far from new; in fact, it’s already been through not one but multiple hype cycles, including a jumpstart provided by Walmart in 2003 when the retailer mandated RFID tagging by its top 100 U.S. suppliers (and continuing to today).”
