Retail stories - Page 33

RFID technology is making a retail comeback, thanks to cost reductions and multifunctional handheld readers, revolutionising inventory management and customer experience.

Nearly half of companies in manufacturing, logistics, and retail view escalating costs as their main supply chain challenge, a study by Epicor and Nucleus Research reveals.

Peter Birks has been named CEO of Velstar, with founder Dan Sheard transitioning to focus on growth and partnerships. Velstar projects a revenue of GBP £10 million for 2024.

Global firms like Ahold Delhaize and Hitachi Construction Machinery are migrating their crucial applications to Oracle Cloud using its enhanced VMware Solution, aimed at boosting performance and cutting costs.

SAP Emarsys integrates with Annex Cloud to revolutionise customer loyalty, offering brands an SAP Endorsed App that enhances personalised omnichannel experiences.

CommBank’s app now includes Travel Booking and car buying services as it aims to enhance digital engagement among its 8.5 million active users.

Zoho's report reveals SEA's lead in email security awareness among developing regions. SMEs lag behind larger enterprises and developed regions.

Singapore-based SleekFlow has named Gao Lei, former LinkedIn China CTO, as its new Chief Technology Officer to spearhead tech transformation and innovation.

The global smart city kiosk market is set for robust growth, expanding from USD $26.9 billion in 2023 to USD $93.7 billion by 2034, with a 12.2% CAGR, per Future Market Insights.

Bluesound Professional releases the BCS250 and BCS300 ceiling speakers in Australia, offering unparalleled flexibility with in-ceiling and pendant installation options.

Heathrow increases efficiency and security by quadrupling its Genetec deployment, now monitoring over 150 km of baggage belts and 150,000 vehicles daily.

Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM, a portable speaker boasting 360-degree sound and sustainability. The brand also updates WONDERBOOM, BOOM, and MEGABOOM lines.

Amperity and Microsoft have joined forces to enhance AI-driven customer experiences in retail. Their collaboration aims to boost customer loyalty and lifetime value through advanced data analytics and personalised omnichannel strategies.

Canon triumphs at drupa 2024, surpassing sales targets despite fewer visitors. The Core exhibit captivates 6,000+ guests with immersive printing innovations.

Snapchat and Selfridges unveil an AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street, blending tech and retail for an immersive sports experience this summer.

HCLTech has claimed top positions in 21 categories in Institutional Investor Research's 14th Annual Asia Executive Team survey, highlighting its ESG and investor relations excellence.

GRIDSERVE has launched its first mobile app for EV motorists, developed with Dootrix on Microsoft Azure, aiming to enhance the EV charging experience and boost net zero transport.

The Managing Director of WorkJam, Andrew Myers, has discussed how the company is enhancing employee engagement and entering new markets.

AI is revolutionising the automotive parts logistics sector, boosting efficiency and reducing costs with advanced predictive analytics and automation tools.

SentinelOne’s Singularity Platform has been rated among the top in Gartner’s report, with 95% of users recommending it for enterprise security.