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How AI and Computer Vision Shape Our World – Opinion
Seemingly overnight, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has touched almost every part of our lives....
You Can’t Spell Aidful Without “AI.”
From Amazon to Hollywood, Artificial Intelligence (AI) gets all the attention. The attention is...
10 things retailers should consider in choosing a BOPIS approach
Ned Hill, founder and CEO of Position Imaging, explains how an effective BOPIS fulfillment solution can improve store experiences with safe, secure, and fast merchandise retrieval. But BOPIS systems are not all alike and he offers up tips for retailers in making the...
Contactless Goes Far Beyond Payments: It’s For Everything
Originally Posted at Ecommerce Times By Mo Cheema Feb 23, 2021 Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, contactless payments stood as one of the most noticeable changes in the retail industry. According to a Forbes Technology Council post, the global contactless payments...
Retailers Need to Rethink Their Reverse Logistics Strategy
By Mo Cheema When the pandemic related lockdowns shut down retail locations, it impacted the in-store purchases and the in-store returns. Consumers’ pre-purchased items could no longer be returned in stores. This consequence created pent-up demand and frustrated...
The Desire for Contactless Pickups Jumpstart BOPIS and Package Management Innovations
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, digital payments stand as one of the most noticeable changes in the retail industry. Statista.com predicts that by the end of 2020 there will be 760 million users of mobile contactless payments worldwide. The prospect of handing your...
How the Multi-Channel Shopper is Changing the BOPIS Game
Online shopping is not going away anytime soon. The multi-channel shopper has pushed retailers to essentially, adapt or die. The need for a buy online and pickup in store (BOPIS) system has grown increasingly more important. Opting for BOPIS helps shoppers save on...
Why a Smart Package Room is Better than a Pickup Locker
The rise of eCommerce and same-day delivery have pushed the need for a convenient and secure option when it comes to package management. What happens when large residential buildings or apartment complexes face the onslaught of package delivery? A quick option is to...
Why Having a Basic Package Room is No Longer Enough
For residents at apartment complexes, having a secure option for getting packages delivered is essential. Especially if you’re living in a big city, don’t own a car, or don’t live near a large shopping mall. How do you get items delivered quickly? By ordering online....
BOPIS Efficiency with Automated Package Solutions
More stores are offering buy online pickup in store (BOPIS) options now that eCommerce is such an integral part of the retail experience. Many shoppers enjoy the ability to have overnight delivery (raise your hand if you’re an Amazon Prime member!), but there are...
How Package Management Benefits Apartment Complexes
In today’s age of ecommerce and overnight shipping, time is becoming a key concern for package delivery. Residents want to receive their packages quickly and seamlessly, and management companies want to make that happen in a cost-efficient manner. So how can all...