All In-store technology articles – Page 24
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OpinionThree British start-ups that are helping usher in high street 2.0
The British high street, once bustling with culture, is in danger of losing its spark because of the irresistible drive of technology.
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AnalysisSainsbury’s pilots new-look stores as consumers seek speedy shopping
Sainsbury’s has unveiled a raft of initiatives in c-stores and supermarkets designed to cater for changing shopping habits.
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VideoWatch: How Harris + Hoole balances tech and personal service in stores
Head of coffee at Harris + Hoole explains how it uses an app and face-to-face interaction to create an excellent customer experience.
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VideoWatch: EE retail director on new store formats and the connected consumer
EE’s latest store format has opened in London. Retail Week visited and spoke to retail director Deirdre Burns about the design of the shop.
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AnalysisComment: Argos needs in-store technology that stands comparison with Apple
Argos-parent Home Retail chief executive John Walden was recently asked to explain the decline in Argos sales. The stores may be the answer.
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AnalysisBeacons will light the way as retail's future focuses on personalisation
There is a strong argument for embracing innovations to improve the retail experience but it’s vital to step back and consider the true value.
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VideoWatch: Find out what is coming next in personalisation
Experts share their thoughts and expectations about which new technologies will raise the bar in personalisation.
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AnalysisSmart home personalisation will offer retailers ‘Tesco Clubcard on speed’
The personalisation opportunities offered by the smart home could open up a world of possibilities to retailers, argues Deutsche Telekom.
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AnalysisArgos and Tesco among winners at The Hermes Retail Week Supply Chain Awards
The top talent in UK retail supply chain gathered at the Hermes Retail Week Supply Chain Awards 2015 in London last night.
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AnalysisWalmart to trial texting customers location of products when in-store
Walmart is trialling an SMS-based customer service tool that will text directions to products in its stores.
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Analysis
M&S uses virtual reality headsets to launch Loft homewares range
Marks & Spencer is hosting a series of pop-up virtual reality ‘hacks’ to mark the launch of its new Loft homewares range.
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NewsTech & Ecomm: ‘Tech should not overtake human interaction’, says Dixons Carphone
Dixons Carphone chief marketing officer Julian Diment argues technology should not be allowed to overtake human interactions when being introduced in-store.
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OpinionComment: A reality check for retailers on the challenges of the 'new normal'
For any retailer seeking to understand the business model of the future, it is vital to understand how shopper attitudes and behaviours are changing.
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OpinionComment: Primark’s impressive Boston store draws the crowds
Primark’s American invasion is under way and the retailer’s in-store design and competitive pricing looks set to make its mark on Boston.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: In-store image recognition and analysis platform Trax
Start-ups in retail technology are growing and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week Trax is in the spotlight.
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NewsContactless payment limit increased from £20 to £30 as spending hits £2.5bn
Shoppers will be able to make bigger purchases using contactless payment cards from today after the limit was raised from £20 to £30.
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NewsSix in 10 shoppers to increase contactless payment use after cap lifted
Six in 10 consumers are expected to increase their use of contactless payment when the limit rises from £20 to £30 in September.
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AnalysisHow to reinvent retailers’ relationships with customers
Multichannel shopping has radically changed consumers’ relationships with retailers. A Retail Week report assesses how to meet shoppers’ needs.
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NewsApple revamps stores to showcase latest product ranges
Apple has updated in-stores displays in its US shops to better showcase new products and simplify the in-store experience for customers.
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NewsSainsbury's poised to launch contactless payments across store estate
Sainsbury’s will launch contactless payments in its stores “before the end of the year”, the supermarket giant has revealed.