4 Retail Technology Trends Set To Transform Customer Experience in 2025
As the boundaries between digital and physical commerce dissolve, retailers are rethinking their approach to customer engagement in 2025.
Amazon Completes Successful Drone Delivery Test in Italy
Amazon has completed the preliminary trial of a delivery drone service in Italy – a major step towards a Prime Air service in Europe.
How AI Is Driving Holiday Shopping Innovation
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we shop, offering unprecedented levels of personalisation and efficiency.
E-Commerce Dominates US Black Friday
As price-conscious shoppers sought out the best promotions, the event evolved into a multi-day window for finding value rather than a one-day shopping spree.
Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday 2024 Sees Strong Us Shopper Turnout
The five-day US Thanksgiving holiday weekend witnessed around 197 US million shoppers, a figure just shy of the record set in 2023.
UK Retail Sales Sluggish at Festive Season’s Start
While food sales showed modest growth, non-food sectors—both in-store and online—continued to face challenges.
Apple Announces Retail Expansion Plans in Saudi Arabia
Apple has unveiled its strategy for retail expansion in Saudi Arabia, which includes an online store and flagship retail locations.
Shorter Holiday Season Challenges Canadian Shoppers and Stores
This year’s holiday shopping season is one of the shortest in recent memory, with only 26 days separating Black Friday and Christmas Eve.
How To Take Full Advantage of Retail Media Networks This Holiday Season
By leveraging first-party data and delivering personalised, relevant content, retailers can enhance shopping experiences, boost in-store visits, and maximise sales during the busiest time of the year.
QR Codes Lead the Way in Retail Transparency
With consumers demanding transparency, GS1-powered QR codes are transforming product data sharing and advancing supply chain insights.
Why Retailers Must Rethink Staff Retention Strategies
Olivia Robinson of VoCoVo highlights a shift in retail towards cultures focused on employee support and lasting growth beyond wages.
Amazon Live and Talkshoplive Link Enhance Live Shopping
TalkShopLive has teamed up with influencer livestream Amazon Live to elevate the live shopping experience for their audiences.
Amazon Partners Asda for Store Pick-up and Returns Across UK
Amazon has partnered British supermarket company Asda to offer customers parcel pickup and label-free, box-free returns.
UK Retail Sales Volumes Fell 0.7% in October 2024
Retail sales volumes in the UK saw a decrease of 0.7% in October 2024, after an updated marginal increase of 0.1% in September.
US: Holiday Shopping Season Set To Break Records
The 2024 holiday season is projected to clock in $989bn in total spending and unprecedented shopper numbers during Thanksgiving weekend.