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Retail IT and technology news articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins and product launches. The site hosts information from trade associations, government departments, research analysts and the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology in-store and in the retail supply chain. All topics are covered in these articles which include Mobile Computing, RFID, Automatic Identification/Datacapture (AIDC), Printing & Labelling, EPoS systems, Kiosk TechnologySurveillance & Security, Internet Retailing, Retail Supply Chain Management, Digital Signage, through to current news,informed opinion articles and key events on the retail calendar.

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Only 4% of private equity execs lead the data revolution

1 Only 4% of private equity execs lead the data revolution

A recent study reveals that only 4% of private equity executives effectively leverage data analytics solutions.Smart AI platform Planr.com highlights a profound gap in an industry that thrives on data-driven insights for value creation.

Revolut unveils data regarding scams originating from Meta platforms in the UK and across Europe

2 Revolut unveils data regarding scams originating from Meta platforms in the UK and across Europe

Revolut's analysis for 2023 highlights that 60% of all reported scam cases in the UK can be traced back to Meta platforms Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, with a 33% of the total value lost to scams.

Global cybercrime is increasing year on year, with the number of personal cyber-attacks increasing by 125% in 2021 compared to 2020...

Four logistics and transport trends that will shape retail success in 2024

3 Four logistics and transport trends that will shape retail success in 2024

By Chris Jones – EVP, Descartes Systems Group.

Exiting the pandemic, 2023 was a transitional period for retailers and their supply chain operations.

Expert reveals five tricks websites use to make consumers spend more money

4 Expert reveals five tricks websites use to make consumers spend more money

Jason Higgs, the Senior Deals Strategist at Bountii, discusses some of the most common tactics so consumers can spot and avoid them.

Onramp Funds appoints Dr. John Coaster as Head of Credit and Analytics

5 Onramp Funds appoints Dr. John Coaster as Head of Credit and Analytics

Onramp Funds, the funding provider that supports the growth of e-commerce businesses, has appointed Dr. John Coaster as its Head of Credit and Analytics.

PPDS debuts All in One Philips Unite dvLED range

6 PPDS debuts All in One Philips Unite dvLED range

PPDS, the global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, has launched its debut range of ‘All In One’ direct view LED displays, with four new “industry advancing” Philips Unite LED All In One Series’ offering 4K and 8K larger than life viewing in retail environments.

Evolve IP launches card payment solution to combat radical compliance changes

7 Evolve IP launches card payment solution to combat radical compliance changes

Global collaboration provider, Evolve IP (EMEA), has launched a seamless end-to-end secure solution to address major payment card information (PCI) changes happening in March.

Descartes’ study reveals 76% of supply chain and logistics operations are experiencing notable workforce shortages

8 Descartes’ study reveals 76% of supply chain and logistics operations are experiencing notable workforce shortages

Descartes Systems Group has released findings from its study How Bad Is the Supply Chain and Logistics Workforce Challenge?, which indicate that 76% of the supply chain and logistics leaders surveyed are experiencing notable workforce shortages in their operations.

QBS Software teams up with Dropsuite to boost data protection solutions

9 QBS Software teams up with Dropsuite to boost data protection solutions

QBS Software, provider and distributor of IT management solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership in the UK & Ireland region with Dropsuite.

9 in 10 leaders cite increased productivity through workplace digital signage

10 9 in 10 leaders cite increased productivity through workplace digital signage

New research has found that three in five frontline workers believe information shared on workplace screens helps them to become more engaged with their wider business (61%), more productive (59%) and more data literate (62%). The research signifies the immense impact access to information has on workplace engagement and productivity.

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