Mobile technology being used for many retail purposes
When smartphones and tablets first hit the market, they were used by individuals for a variety of personal purposes. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2013
Retailers can draw in nearby consumers with location-based marketing
It’s one aspect of mobile commerce that is helping to draw in consumers, but location-based marketing strategies are still not widespread within the retail industry. Continue reading
Consumer spending varies when it comes to luxuries
The beginning of the year brought changes for both American consumers and retailers, as payroll tax increases resulted in less spending among shoppers and different pricing strategies among merchants. Continue reading
Mobile payments increasingly popular among European retailers
European consumers are boosting their use of mobile devices for shopping purposes, as smartphones and tablets are providing shoppers with increased convenience and easier processes. Continue reading
Retailers combating all types of fraud
Businesses around the United States unfortunately face instances of fraud, and this is especially felt by retailers that have to deal with stolen merchandise, damaged products and even large returns. Continue reading
Retail Pro E-Commerce webinar to be held on February 28
Retailers today know that e-commerce is now a preferred channel of many customers, as it provides increased convenience, fast transaction processing and easier product comparisons. Continue reading
US consumers not the only ones dealing with payroll tax impact
While the payroll tax increases, which were implemented at the beginning of 2013, are hitting American consumers hard, they are not the only group being forced to make changes to their finances. Continue reading
Mobile technology making large impacts on retail industry
Mobile technology is no longer being used just as an additional and effective purchasing channel for retailers. Continue reading
Canadian retailers see sharp decline in January’s retail sales
It’s certainly not the news they were hoping for, especially after several months of gains, but Canadian merchants were dealt a blow with the sharp decline in retail sales throughout December. Continue reading
Retail industry professionals investing more in mobile POS solutions
Merchants have been capitalizing on the mobile retail trend recently by offering deals and discounts aimed at consumers who prefer to use smartphones and tablets for shopping. Continue reading