Two in five consumers (41%) buy multiple sizes of the same garment when shopping online, just to check the fit – and then send the 'wrong ones' back, according to a new survey from Fits.me, the online virtual fitting room provider.
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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 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.
Communication – the strongest link in today's retail supply chains
Oct 30, 2012
Today's supply chains are complex networks of interdependent elements, says Retail Assist's Nigel Illingworth. Whilst each element must be optimised, nothing contributes more to supply chain excellence than good communication between all parties.
Intermec introduces the CK3 Next Generation Series of mobile computers
Oct 30, 2012
Intermec, Inc. has announced the CK3 Next Generation Series of rugged mobile computers. For use in distribution centre, manufacturing and retail operations, the CK3 Next Generation Series comprises two models – the CK3X and CK3R.
New Trimble rugged tablet provides full office capabilities for mobile professionals
Oct 30, 2012
BlueStar, the global distributor of ADC, Mobility, Point-of-Sale, RFID, Digital Signage, and Security technology solutions, is now carrying the new Yuma 2 rugged tablet computer from Trimble Mobile Computing Solutions.
Sato presents its latest printing solutions at Emballage 2012
Oct 30, 2012
Sato, supplier of integrated Automatic Identification and Data Collection solutions based on barcode and RFID technologies, is participating in the 40th Emballage (Packaging) show that is being held in Paris from 19 to 22 November.
New appointments as EPOS specialist plans expansion
Oct 30, 2012
EPOS specialists GS Systems has made three key new appointments as part of a four year business plan to rapidly grow the independent IT consultancy and technology provider.
ShopperTrak advises retailers on 10 busiest holiday shopping days
Oct 30, 2012
ShopperTrak has identified 22nd December, Super Saturday, as the busiest shopping day of this year's holiday calendar in Europe. Between the 1st November 2012 and 8th January 2013, ShopperTrak predicts that the 22nd December will reach the highest combination of both sales and foot traffic in the UK, with France and Germany set to follow suit.
