Preparing for the ‘Zero Consumer’ this holiday season: What retailers need to know about the ‘Retail Reset’

by Cynthia Sener — President, Go to Market, Chatmeter

With the holiday season upon us, businesses must brace themselves for a new type of customer—the "Zero Consumer." This is a consumer who demands a…

Convenience and fuel retail trends to watch

As the year closes out, and 2024 budgets are finalized, the c-store industry will likely see more plans announced for the installation of self-service…

Gift cards trends to ring in the New Year

by Jason Wolfe — Founder and CEO, The Wolfe Companies

Gift Card Granny’s 2023 survey shares the latest trends in gift card usage and retail preferences.

How retailers are reinventing physical storefronts

by Mayank Ranjan — SVP & Regional Head – Consumer, Retail & Logistics at Infosys, Infosys

The shopping experience has dramatically changed over the past two decades, with a merging of the in-store and online experiences. Retailers who understand…

How consolidation helps retailers expand payment options, reduce costs, enhance customer experiences

In consolidating payment providers retailers can reduce operational costs and technical complexity, and enhance customer experiences.

Ripple effect of 'Girl Math': Analyzing impact on consumer behavior, retail returns

by Gaurav Saran — CEO, ReverseLogix

Retailers are jumping on the girl math bandwagon in their marketing strategies, but they can also use it to shape their approach and messaging around product…

5 ways QR codes can drive virtualization in the retail customer experience

by Sharat Potharaju — Founder and CEO, Beaconstac

Retailers are embracing virtualization as a strategy to seamlessly merge the digital and physical presence, creating a harmonious customer experience that will…

Retailers see the value of AI so why aren’t more using It?

by Paul Brenner — SVP of Retail Media & Partnerships, Vibenomics

Retailers may already understand what AI can do for their business, but now is the time to act on it.

Navigating inflation, personalization in retail come 2024

by Rob Weisberg — EVP & PRESIDENT, INCENTIVES & LOYALTY, INMAR INTELLIGENCE

Brands and retailers must adapt their strategies to retain shopper loyalty amidst inflationary pressures.

Retail’s 3 Ps for making the holiday season the most wonderful time of the year

by Neeraj Methi — Vice President of Solutions, BeyondID

In making a commitment to simplify payment, embrace personalization, and go passwordless, retailers can create a more frictionless and secure holiday shopping…

Navigating shifting tides of 2023 holiday shopping trends

As shopper spending undergoes yet another transformation this year, retailers hold the key to making this holiday season beneficial (and profitable) for…

5 tips for overcoming retail bottlenecks during holidays

by John O'Kelly — founder and CEO, Newcastle Systems

The holiday season is an opportunity for retailers to make a lasting impression on customers, which can translate into long-term loyalty and increased business…

How retailers are reinventing physical storefronts

by Mayank Ranjan — SVP & Regional Head – Consumer, Retail & Logistics at Infosys, Infosys

The retail shopping experience has dramatically changed over the past two decades, and it’s destined to continue changing, with a merging of the in-store and…

5 effective customer experiences for retailers in the digital age

by Mario Peshev — CEO, DevriX

Customers' changing preferences, favoring convenience and personalized interactions, provide guidelines to help retailers compete in a crowded ecosystem.

How ChatGPT can revolutionize retail: Unleashing the power of generative AI

by Scott Wassmer — General Manager, Americas, Appnovation

Artificial intelligence has made remarkable strides in recent years and retailers can take advantage now and enhance offerings in a number of ways.

Seamless checkout experiences: The key to maximizing holiday sales online

by Matt Miller — Vice President of Product, Paze, Paze

With e-commerce expected to continue growing, retailers recognize the need to drive revenue while providing a strong experience, including a seamless checkout…

Transforming trust: Rethinking retailer-consumer relationships

Trust is not just an intangible concept but rather carries genuine value for retailers.

Growing customer loyalty in an omnichannel world

by Sarah West — Vice President, Head of Carat Strategy, Fiserv

By integrating commerce experiences within their own digital ecosystem, retailers can simplify how customers earn, shop, and save while engaging customers in…

How AI in e-commerce frees up time to focus on the bigger business picture

by Mark Stanley — Chief Product and Technology Officer, Shopware

Winning in e-commerce means outsmarting the competition and offering customers an experience they can’t find elsewhere.

Examining ChatGPT benefits, risks when it comes to customer service

by Blair Strachan — Business Development Manager, Kura

The ability to personalize customer responses, to allow more productivity elsewhere in the workforce and to respond 24/7 are all benefits of using ChatGPT in…