5G Connectivity Expanding its Role in Retail
5G technology isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s becoming a key driver of business success, especially in the retail industry. According to this Technology Decisions article, “[s]ince 5G first debuted in the late 2010s, it has gone from ancillary technology to a vital link that powers critical communications for industries worldwide.”
Dragging Your Feet on Windows 11 Migration?
Ready or not, Windows 10 end-of-life will be here this October. If you haven’t started planning, now’s the time. According to this ITPro article, “…organizations are dragging their feet on Windows 11 migration – and leaving their devices vulnerable as a result.”
Retail Theft Report: Shoplifting, Fraud, and ORC…
According to this article by ISN Magazine, “[r]etail theft remains a significant concern globally, with varying impacts across countries. The past decade has seen both an escalation in theft incidents and a corresponding increase in investments toward advanced prevention technologies.”
Verkada Wi-Fi Gateway: “The “Easy Button”
Verkada recently announced the launch of the latest addition to their technology ecosystem, the “GW31-E Outdoor Wi-Fi Gateway.” According to a recent Verkada blog, the GW31-E Outdoor Gateway “is the easy button for securing perimeter locations.” Additionally, their self-proclaimed easy button, “allows for cost-effective perimeter deployments by avoiding both trenching cable and recurring data costs.”
RFID Technology Helping at The Super Bowl
This upcoming Sunday, at Super Bowl LIX, the NFL will be using RFID technology for the players and fans. According to this Business Wire article, Zebra Technologies is holding a press conference on Wednesday, February 5th at 2:00pm CST to address why. The press conference will cover “how data generated by Zebra for Next Gen […]
Coming to NRF 2025, Retail’s Big Show…
Did you know NRF 2025: Retail’s Big show kicks off this Sunday, January 12th? According to this National Retail Federation article, “…the new NRF Innovators Showcase will be a must-see exhibit of the event.” The Innovators Showcase will feature “…50 of the most impactful retail tech innovators, the Showcase highlights cutting-edge solutions that are redefining how […]
NRF 2025: Retail Technology Trends…
NRF 2025: Retail’s Big show takes place next month at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. According to this recent Chain Store Age article, “…Retail’s Big Show will provide insight into the direction three major trends in retail…”
Introducing Verkada Command Connector…
Verkada recently announced the launch of their latest addition to the “Command” ecosystem, “Command Connector.” First, let’s dive into “Command” a little bit, “it’s easy to use, has powerful analytics, and enables a single pane-of-glass view across sites. But, Some customers “…don’t have the budget or the manpower to transition to Verkada all at once.”
Verkada Command Gets AI-Powered Search…
Did you know Verkada recently announced the launch of their new AI-powered search feature, within their “Command” platform? And according to one of their recent blog posts, their AI-powered search allows “customers to use freeform text to search for people and vehicles in a highly-detailed manner.” They also “recently added certain advanced analytics, including facial […]
Loss Prevention Driving Retail…
According to this Retail Customer Experience article, “92% of retailers say improving loss prevention is an important driver of their store technology strategy, up from 52% just a year ago.” And that “Almost all (98%) of business executives and 85% of IT executives cite loss prevention as the most important outcome for investments in store […]
Takeaways From NRF 2024…
Based on observations at NRF 2024, artificial intelligence, autonomous platforms, and loss prevention advancements are among the solutions that will pave the way for seamless retail operations, according to a recent Convenience Store News article.
Store Design Trends…
According to this Retail Innovation Conference & Expo article, “…consumers have been clamoring for immersive and engaging physical brand experiences.” But, “…brick-and-mortar strategy requires careful thought and attention to detail.”
