Category Archives: Part 7: Communicating with the Customer

This sub-category encompasses establishing and maintaining a retail image, and promotional strategy.

Hi-Tech Means New Shopping Habits

Take a look at this infographic from Symphony Teleca to see how smart devices and social media are impacting shopping habits. There is A LOT of useful information here. Thanks to John S. for suggesting this post.   Linked to Mashable  

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More Retailers Embrace Cross-Channel Activities

As reported by eMarketer: “According to July 2012 research from the e-tailing group’s ‘Mobile Mystery Shopping Study,’ certain cross-channel features may help U.S. retailers deliver more positive shopping experiences for smartphone and tablet-toting shoppers.” Read more by clicking the chart.  

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Keys to Successful Retailing in Europe and Russia

According to research conducted by MasterCard and reported by eMarketer: “Retailers in Western Europe and Russia should be well aware of the changes to their businesses being wrought by new and emerging technologies. Retailers, however, are employing a host of … Continue reading

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