Recent findings highlight just how serious retail safety concerns have become for frontline employees, especially as the holiday shopping season approaches. According to a recent Verkada blog, “[m]ore than half (52%) of retail workers say they are likely to leave their current job in the
A recent report shows that many retailers are having a hard time adapting to fast-changing technology trends. According to this MarTech Cube article, “54% of North American retailers surveyed say they can’t keep up with the pace of technology change, while 49% say they struggle to
Electronic shelf labels (ESLs) are no longer just test projects — they’re rapidly becoming a standard feature in retail stores around the world. According to this article from Chain Store Age, “[f]or many retailers, changing prices still means printing, shipping, and manually replacing thousands of
In today’s fast-moving digital era, the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming industries with intelligent connectivity. According to this Vocal article, “[w]ith IoT, retailers are reimagining the shopping experience through automation, real-time insights, and data-driven personalization.”
Many high profile retailers have recently rolled out RFID technology to improve inventory accuracy levels. According to this RetailWire article, the “[a]doption of RFID on selling floors has been increasing as costs have come down for RFID chips and readers, as well as due to mandates
Coming soon: NRF 2026, Retail’s Big Show, will be taking over the Javits Center in New York City, January 11th-13th 2026. According to this National Retail Federation article, “[t]oday’s retail world includes hundreds of stakeholders, influencers and suppliers, creating a diverse and growing value chain.”
Walmart is making waves amongst the retail world, due to an expansive Internet-of-Things overhaul at their retail stores. According to this RetailWire article, “…the introduction of a large-scale inventory operation, one involving the deployment of a massive number of internet of things (IoT) devices throughout
As retailers work to keep up with new challenges, studies show that self-service kiosks are playing a major role in shaping the future of shopping. According to a recent Kiosk Marketplace article, “The global Retail Self-Service Kiosk Market is experiencing rapid growth as retailers increasingly
As retailers look for faster, safer, and more reliable ways to connect their technology, 5G is emerging as a key driver of digital transformation. According to this Inseego article, “The technical superiority of 5G networks makes them ideal for the retail industry’s digital transformation.” Additionally,
According to this Robin Report article, “…digital end cap displays are generating 37 percent higher engagement rates than traditional signage.” The decline of the traditional end cap isn’t solely tied to technology, but has more to do with the data behind digital end caps. “These
Retailers are now seeing mobile point-of-sale as more than a convenience, but as a key driver for updating their in-store technology. In this Retail TouchPoints article, Nikki Baird of Aptos observed that retailers are “finally investing in
As technology continues to reshape the retail landscape, many businesses are realizing the real challenge lies beyond simply adopting new tools. According to this iTnews article, the challenge for many retailers, “… is no longer about whether to invest but how to integrate and ensure