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“Gen Zers relied on buy now, pay later during the holidays. It’s time to pay up.” by Maria Monteros via Retail Dive

by admin | Dec 13, 2021 | Holiday, Point of Sale, Retail Strategy

ViewApart via Getty Images What may be a beneficial feature to retailers poses risks to young consumers who’ve increasingly flocked to installment services. The busiest days of the holiday shopping season may be over, but some young consumers have yet to pay...

“Top 5 KPIs for Actionable Retail Decisions” by RICS Software (BRA Supporting Vendor Partner)

by admin | Nov 14, 2021 | Associate Members, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

A Key Performance Indicator (KPI) is a measurement of business performance and health. The best KPIs help you make decisions and take action towards achieving your goals. At a minimum, we recommend you review these Top 5 KPIs for Actionable Retail Decisions weekly,...

“How to Create One Connected System for your Retail Store” by RICS Software (BRA Supporting Vendor Partner)

by admin | Nov 5, 2021 | Associate Members, E-Commerce, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

As businesses grow, the importance of system integration grows with it. Without it, you lose time and money. System integration is connecting software applications allowing them to talk to each other and act as one coordinated platform. Top retailers have found ways...

“Why Inventory Management Matters” by RICS Software (BRA Supporting Vendor Partner)

by admin | Sep 2, 2021 | Associate Members, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

It’s not easy to keep inventory in line. You analyze sales trends to make decisions. You review margins, sell-thru, and return on investment to evaluate profitability. You create buy plans, propose reorders and cancellations, and you suggest markdowns. All this just...

“Why Contactless Payments Are the Future of Brick-and-Mortar Retail” by Bobby Marhamat via Total Retail

by admin | Jul 17, 2021 | E-Commerce, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

Credit: Getty Images by dowell The future always promises uncertainty. That said, all indications are that contactless payments are ingrained in brick-and-mortar retail for the long haul. Without massive unforeseen disruption, the COVID-assisted trend towards...

“Trek and Locally Hit the Road Together” by Mike Massey via Locally.com

by admin | Jul 7, 2021 | Associate Members, Local Search, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

Consumer Behavior is Changing One of the most inescapable business themes of the past decade is the evolution of consumer shopping behavior. Nearly every business news story about consumers involves the application of new technology to everyday life. Whether it is...