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Smartphone Technology and McDonald’s Australia

McDonald’s franchises in Australia have devised a clever smartphone-enabled promotion campaign.  

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How Shoppers Use Digital Tools

As we know, the digital revolution has dramatically changed the consumer’s mode of shopping. Here are some of the more interesting developments. Retail Touchpoints states that: “Consumer use of digital tools is increasing significantly, doubling or tripling since 2010, according … Continue reading

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When Do Consumers Shop? (Hint: Many Do While at Work)

As we know, the Internet has dramatically changed the shopping behavior of lots of people. But employers may not be pleased by one big shift in shopping: the number of people who purchase online while they are supposing to be … Continue reading

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