A survey of more than 7,200 consumers indicates women hold back on their spending more than men in a down economy.
General Retail Technology News
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 Technology, Surveillance & Security, Internet Retailing, Retail Supply Chain Management, Digital Signage, through to current news,informed opinion articles and key events on the retail calendar.
Empathica indicates that during an economic crisis, women make more sacrifices than men
Mar 01, 2010
Conversion optimisation the value of multivariate testing
Mar 01, 2010
The online retail space is more competitive than ever. George Ioannou, Head of Creative & Strategy at Maginus, argues that it no longer needs to be a case of trial and error for retailers when trying to build relationships with online customers. The introduction of multivariate testing can help companies test and respond quickly to improve website performance.
Retailers can now ensure cost-effective business continuity
Mar 01, 2010
For any retail chain - as well as companies with multiple branches/offices - ensuring business connectivity with Head Office and the banking organisations is a high IT priority.
Greggs selects Image Integrators to drive process efficiency within Shared Services
Mar 01, 2010
Image Integrators has been chosen to implement an Intelligent Capture solution for the processing of over 200,000 incoming purchase invoices at UK bakery retailer, Greggs plc.
Screen Media Expo 2010 is Back All Guns Blazing
Mar 01, 2010
Programme Updates and Speakers Announced.
Maginus supports the launch of Microsoft Dynamics AX for Retail
Mar 01, 2010
Maginus, provider of services for retail and distribution, has been selected by Microsoft as one of a small group of launch partners for its new Microsoft Dynamics AX for Retail solution.
Automated handling system from KNAPP UK achieves record sales for John Lewis
Mar 01, 2010
John Lewis committed to investing in the facility back in 2006 and commissioned KNAPP UK Ltd to design and install the site's highly automated internal logistics.
Poorly performing websites costing retailers up to 5.65 billion per year
Mar 01, 2010
Research has shown that retailers are potentially losing up to 5.65 billion per year in lost sales. This is because consumers are abandoning online transactions due to poorly performing websites.
AF Blakemore selects Vodat International to improve communications
Mar 01, 2010
AF Blakemore, the Spar distributor to some 700 stores across England & Wales has selected Vodat International as its recommended provider of Broadband network solutions to independent stores.
Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS): Kewill White Paper
Mar 01, 2010
The Excise Movement and Control System for the transport of excisable goods under duty suspension will be introduced on 1st April 2010.
