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Customers are Tired of Empty Shelves, and it’s Time for a Fix

For customers, many aspects of a shopping trip impact whether they view it as a success. From the…

Executive Viewpoints October 26
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The Power of Shared Experiences: Why Brands Should Prioritize Micro-Influencer Communities in 2024

Parasocial relationships are defined as the relationships that users develop with media personalities — and these interactions have…

Executive Viewpoints October 25
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It’s Time for Retailers and CPG Companies to do a Post-Pandemic Process Checkup

The last three years have been a whirlwind for retailers and CPG companies. Pandemic-driven buying trends led to…

Executive Viewpoints October 24
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Considering a Multi-Carrier Strategy? 7 Questions to Ask Before Partnering with a Last Mile Delivery Provider

After months of negotiations with the Teamsters Union, UPS has been able to avoid what would have been…

Executive Viewpoints October 23
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Retail, POS Finance and the Quest for ESG

Accusations of “greenwashing” can lead to irreversible damage to reputation and consumer trust, and with environmental social governance…

Executive Viewpoints October 20
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Key Disaster Preparedness Takeaways for Retailers from an Eventful Summer

Amid record-breaking heat waves this past summer, many communities faced some intense weather events that caused significant power…

Executive Viewpoints October 19
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Serial Returners and Refund Fraudsters: How Brands are Fighting Back With Data Insight

Online return fraud cost U.S. retailers $22.8 billion in 2022. For every $100 in returned merchandise accepted, U.S. retailers lose $10.40…

Executive Viewpoints October 18
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Revolution Underfoot: How Adaptable and Sustainable Flooring Transforms Retail Environments

In the ever-evolving world of retail, adaptability isn’t just an advantage — it’s a necessity. Today’s consumers seek…

Executive Viewpoints October 18
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Encourage Your Customers to Call Again. Here’s How.

Phone-based customer service, or voice, is well established as the most commonly used and the most tightly managed…

Executive Viewpoints October 17
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