RBTE, the European retail solutions show, continues to impress all who attended, with 15,452 visitors descending on London's Olympia to visit RBTE, and the co-located Retail Design Expo and Retail Digital Signage Expo, with 2,156 visitors making the journey from overseas.
Retail Exhibitions, Conferences and Events
The latest news and information relating to retail technology exhibitions, conferences , seminars, workshops, webinars and other leading events within the global retail industry.
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Tightrope Media Systems to unveil all-in-one Carousel digital signage displays
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BCP partners with Better Wholesaling for Technology Summit
Mar 01, 2016
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Ergonomic Solutions to showcase technology mounting solutions that brings in-store unified commerce to life on stand 518 at RBTE 2016
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Retail Exhibitions
Retail exhibitions are events where businesses in the retail industry come together to showcase their products and services to potential customers and clients. They are a great opportunity for retailers to learn about new trends, meet new suppliers, and network with other professionals in the industry.
Retail exhibitions can be a great way to:
- Launch new products or services
- Generate leads
- Build relationships with suppliers
- Learn about new trends
- Stay ahead of the competition
There are many different types of retail exhibitions, each with its own focus. Some of the most common types of retail exhibitions include:
- Product exhibitions: These exhibitions focus on showcasing new products from a variety of retailers.
- Technology exhibitions: These exhibitions focus on showcasing the latest retail technology, such as point-of-sale systems, inventory management software, and e-commerce platforms.
- Design exhibitions: These exhibitions focus on showcasing the latest retail design trends, such as store layouts, visual merchandising, and branding.
- Conferences: These exhibitions feature educational sessions and workshops on a variety of retail topics, such as marketing, sales, and customer service.
Retail exhibitions can be a great way to grow your business and stay ahead of the competition. If you are a retailer, I encourage you to consider attending a retail exhibition in your area.
Here are some of the benefits of attending retail exhibitions:
- Learn about new trends: Retail exhibitions are a great way to learn about the latest trends in the retail industry. You can see what new products are being launched, what new technologies are being used, and what new design trends are emerging.
- Meet new suppliers: Retail exhibitions are a great way to meet new suppliers. You can find new sources for products, services, and technology.
- Network with other retailers: Retail exhibitions are a great way to network with other retailers. You can share ideas, learn from each other's experiences, and build relationships that can help you grow your business.
- Generate leads: Retail exhibitions are a great way to generate leads. You can meet potential customers and clients, and collect their contact information so you can follow up with them later.
If you are considering attending a retail exhibition, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Do your research: Before you attend an exhibition, it is important to do your research. Find out what the exhibition is about, who will be attending, and what you hope to achieve by attending.
- Plan your time: Retail exhibitions can be overwhelming, so it is important to plan your time. Decide which exhibitors you want to see, and set aside time to explore the exhibition hall.
- Take advantage of the educational opportunities: Many retail exhibitions offer educational sessions and workshops. These sessions can be a great way to learn about new trends, improve your skills, and network with other retailers.
- Be prepared to network: Retail exhibitions are a great opportunity to network with other retailers. Be prepared to introduce yourself, exchange business cards, and follow up with people after the exhibition.
