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…”
Introducing Verkada Command Connector…
Verkada recently announced the launch of their latest addition to the “Command” ecosystem, “Command Connector.” First, let’s dive into “Command” a little bit, “it’s easy to use, has powerful analytics, and enables a single pane-of-glass view across sites. But, Some customers “…don’t have the budget or the manpower to transition to Verkada all at once.”
Verkada Command Gets AI-Powered Search…
Did you know Verkada recently announced the launch of their new AI-powered search feature, within their “Command” platform? And according to one of their recent blog posts, their AI-powered search allows “customers to use freeform text to search for people and vehicles in a highly-detailed manner.” They also “recently added certain advanced analytics, including facial […]
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.
Store Design Trends…
According to this Retail Innovation Conference & Expo article, “…consumers have been clamoring for immersive and engaging physical brand experiences.” But, “…brick-and-mortar strategy requires careful thought and attention to detail.”
Verkada Command Incident Management
Verkada recently released Incident Management, a new tool in Verkada Command, designed to streamline investigations and simplify reporting. Verkada’s blog states that it allows users to consolidate incident-related footage, quickly extract key information, automate incident reporting, and more.
Retail Predictions for 2024…
Over the past few years you’ve probably heard retail tech terms like “…buy-online-pickup-in-store, personalization, and contactless payments.” However, going into 2024, there are new technology predictions for the retail industry.
Locking up Essential Products is Alienating Shoppers…
According to this Fast Company article, a recent survey from Verkada found that “71% of shoppers said that anti-theft deterrent measures—which include locked cabinets or shelves, gated exits and checkout lanes, and limited operating hours—made them less likely to purchase items in-person.”
Door Security From a Single PoE Cable…
The AC12 plays an important role in the Verkada access controller portfolio. Powered by a single PoE cable and small enough to fit directly above or beside an entryway, the AC12…
Retailers Rely on LP Technology…
According to this Apparel Resources article, due to organized shoplifting and theft in retail, “Businesses have been reducing operating hours, locking up items and threatening to shutter stores completely.”
