Low-code platforms are sometimes compared to no-code development. The difference lies in the audience — low-code is aimed at developers or professionals with some technical knowledge. When working in low-code environments, developers can generally work faster. Low-code platforms can be used to develop applications that improve customer service by empowering staff to address issues and […]
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Samsung Bringing Chip Manufacturing to Texas
South Korean electronics giant Samsung revealed plans to construct 11 new semiconductor manufacturing plants in Texas. “Right now, Taiwan is the biggest manufacturer of semiconductor chips. There are questions about what would happen if China were to invade Taiwan.” Having Samsung’s semiconductor manufacturing facilities within the U.S. will ultimately alleviate some of the supply chain […]
These Technologies Will Engage Your Customers
Understanding brand loyalty and the shopper mindset is vital in helping retailers manage and grow. Even though small business buyers see most retail technologies as helpful, they are aware yet unimpressed with chatbots. Consumers who see value in retail technology are more likely (73%) to prefer familiar brands than those who are unimpressed with the […]
5 Behavioral Science Tips to Boost Ecommerce Conversions
by Darwin Liu Ecommerce brands often spend substantial resources on ads to drive website traffic, but rarely optimize conversion rates enough to turn increased traffic into sales. While conversion rate optimization may seem daunting at first, researchers of behavioral science have taken great strides in the last decade to further our understanding of buyer behavior. […]
Innovative Brands Set to Thrive in the Future of Retail
by Jordan Erskine Business happens in cycles. When technology opens up the floor to something new, corporations adapt and find ways to utilize the development, and then there tends to be a lull. It is in these lulls that ideas can really kick off for retailers. Some businesses get comfortable, but others push their companies […]
2022 Technology Trends
Each year, technology continues to grow and revolutionize the retail industry. With ecommerce constantly evolving, new in-store gadgets coming out to help transactions go faster and more smoothly, and data becoming more crucial to personalizing the customer experience, retailers need to stay alert on the latest trends to keep business booming. Independent Retailer spoke with […]
Why Technology Can Help Combat Labor Shortages
With millions of Americans still out of work and job openings at a record high, retailers need solutions for what could be a long-term problem. To deal with the crippling labor crunch, business owners have to examine and embrace new strategies and new technologies that position them as an employer of choice and reduce their […]
2022 Retail Success Guide
With only two months left of 2021, retailers should already be looking ahead to the new year for the newest trends, technology, marketing tactics, products, and solutions for improving their business. Independent Retailer has rounded up some of the most important emerging trends in retail to watch out for in 2022 from top retail experts […]
5 Best Ecommerce Platforms for Independent Retailers in 2022
by Shannon Flynn It has become easier than ever to find any product or service with a few strokes of the keyboard. Online shopping is booming and has been since the early days of Amazon, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only strengthened the ecommerce industry as more customers went online to order everything from groceries […]
5 Retail Technology Trends of the Future
by Shannon Flynn It is no secret that COVID-19 has directly impacted the way consumers browse, shop, and purchase goods and services. The pandemic accelerated some of the changes that were already underway, such as the digitization of retail processes, the closing of brick-and-mortar stores, and the need to personalize the shopping experience. Retail technology […]