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 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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Cambridge event shines spotlight on innovation in sustainable buildings

1 Cambridge event shines spotlight on innovation in sustainable buildings

Green-tech company, Breathing Buildings, recently hosted an inspirational event that put the spotlight on innovation in sustainable buildings.

BT confirmed to exhibit at Retail Business Technology Expo 2012

2 BT confirmed to exhibit at Retail Business Technology Expo 2012

BT will be hosting an innovation technology showcase called 'The Future of Retail Lighting Up the High Street' at Retail Business Technology Expo 2012, Europe's fastest growing retail expo.

Handheld Group named one of the most innovative technology companies in the world

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The Handheld Group, manufacturer of smartly designed and cutting edge rugged notebooks, tablets and PDAs, has received the Red Herring Global 100 award.

Retailers neglecting to support mobile applications risk an un'appy Christmas

4 Retailers neglecting to support mobile applications risk an un'appy Christmas

Hostway has warned that retailers risk losing significant revenue from missed Christmas and January sales if their IT infrastructure fails to cope with the sharp increases in traffic from mobile users downloading and using shopping applications.

Will Santa Arrive on Time this Christmas?

5 Will Santa Arrive on Time this Christmas?

Seasonal sales during the run-up to Christmas can account for up to 50% of a retailer's annual profits, highlighting just how critical the festive period is for retailers of all types and sizes.

Online Christmas Shopping - grab a bargain- but what's the risk?

6 Online Christmas Shopping - grab a bargain- but what's the risk?

More people than ever are using their personally owned smartphones to send and receive e-mails, browse the Internet, shop online and visit social media sites-as well as perform work activities or even connect to the company network.

Sato mobile printing solution helps fashion retailer K&L Ruppert achieve time, cost and space savings

7 Sato mobile printing solution helps fashion retailer K&L Ruppert achieve time, cost and space savings

The ability to quickly price, label and markdown goods, in store and warehouse, is vital for any retail operation. For this reason when leading fashion retailer, K&L Ruppert, was looking to update its labelling processes for pricing, promotions and stock flow it sought a solution that would save time and also be cost effective and highly efficient.

New Ultra-small RFID Inlay from Avery Dennison RFID

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Avery Dennison RFID, a business of Avery Dennison Corporation, has introduced the AD-110m5, a new near-field inlay measuring just .91 x .20 in (23 x 5 mm).

Ergonomic Solutions Manufacturing is recipient of prestigious business award in Denmark

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Ergonomic Solutions Manufacturing A/S has been selected as a winner of the Gazelle 2011 award from Brsen; a leading business daily newspaper in Denmark.

BlueStar to provide bundled POS solutions from HP and Retail Pro

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BlueStar, Inc. has announced the newest addition to their ongoing Point of Sale initiative: single-SKU bundled solutions together with Retail Pro and HP.

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