By Jack Underwood, CEO and co-founder of Circuit.
Over the past decade, we have seen innovative retail technology transform the way people purchase goods both online and in store. From new payment technology to better UX design, it has never been easier to shop online. As a result, ecommerce has boomed, with the pandemic only accelerating its growth. This is a trend that shows no sign of slowing down.
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.
Minding the feedback gap
Jul 06, 2021
Navori Labs brings second-generation media player dongle to market
Jul 06, 2021
Navori Labs has announced the immediate availability of StiX 3700, its second-generation, ultra-compact Android digital signage media player dongle.
Ecommerce growth drives expansion for James and James Fulfilment
Jul 06, 2021
James and James Fulfilment, a provider of outsourced fulfilment services to online retailers, has announced that significant growth over the last 12-18 months has led to strategic investments in new hires, infrastructure and facilities at its Northamptonshire-based headquarters.
Online payment fraud losses to exceed $206 billion over the next five years; driven by identity fraud
Jul 06, 2021
A new study from Juniper Research has found that merchant losses to online payment fraud will exceed $206 billion cumulatively for the period between 2021 and 2025. This figure, equivalent to almost 10 times Amazon’s net income in the 2020 financial year, demonstrates why merchants must make combatting fraud, through the use of machine learning-based fraud prevention platforms, an immediate priority.
Cyberattacks fall as UK returns to work
Jul 06, 2021
The number of cyberattacks on UK companies fell for the first time in almost three years during the second quarter of 2021, according to Beaming, a specialist business ISP.
Capturing the eco-focused consumer
Jul 06, 2021
For over a year now, the mere thought of sharing items and handling used goods has been enough to set alarm bells ringing. However, despite concerns, the second hand market, particularly in fashion, has experienced considerable growth and success, with an increasing number of shoppers becoming more open to making pre-loved purchases for clothing and accessories.
Household spending tumbled 11% in the first quarter of 2021. Only e-commerce prevented an even greater collapse, says ParcelHero
Jul 06, 2021
The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) Consumer Trends report reveals household spending tumbled 11% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2021, compared to the same period last year. The report shows that hotels and restaurants were hardest hit: spending on meals and accommodation collapsed by 63% this January-March, compared to Q1 last year.
87% of UK workforce thinks cyberattacks can have a major impact on everyday life
Jul 06, 2021
Armis, the unified asset visibility and security platform provider, has released results from a survey that gauged the UK workforce’s attitudes towards cyberattacks on critical infrastructure.
