Retail articles
Dive into the world of retail - from consumer behaviour and shopping habits to articles about the latest retail innovations!
How to find the perfect combination of self-scanning hardware and software
The amount of self-scanning solutions on the market is steadily increasing – and so is the available hardware! So how can retailers ensure that their retail tech investment is both user-friendly and cost-effective? Let’s dive into the topic here!
Time for an Upgrade? Discover the Benefits of Switching to the New Zebra PS30
When Zebra announced their new PS30 series earlier this year, many retailers were excited to enter the next stage of self-service retail. But which benefits does Zebra PS30 provide compared to its predecessor? Learn more here!
Bridging the gap: Merging the digital and physical shopping experience
Bridging the gap between digital and in-store experiences is essential for retailers aiming to meet the expectations of today’s tech-savvy consumers. Here are some suggestions on how retailers effectively can connect these two worlds!
The next level of self-scanning: Instant payment using NFC
The popularity of self-scanning is steadily increasing, and with that comes more features making the shopping experience even better for the shoppers. One of the latest features is the ability to pay directly through NFC. No external payment tower or checkout area is needed – learn more about the feature here!
This is how Bónus implemented self-scanning in Iceland!
Adding a retail tech solution to the store can be a complex task - especially when there are many key players involved. Learn about how Bónus implemented self-scanning in Iceland!
RFID checkout vs. self-scanning: The future of self-service technology
Within the realm of self-service technologies, self-checkout using RFID and self-scanning are two of the most popular ones – but which one is the best? Let’s dive into these two types of self-checkout solutions here!
From Shelves to Checkouts: Exploring AI's Role in Grocery Stores
Grocery retailers have noticed opportunities regarding AI technology, but many are cautious about the many solutions offered on the market. Where to begin, and how? Learn more about the use of AI in grocery stores here!
The use of AI in retail
The use of AI in retail has only begun, expert say. But is it possible also for retailers to utilise AI technology in their stores? Moreover, which challenges and opportunities does AI in a retail setting entail? Learn more about the topic here!
The shopping behaviour of Generation Z
The members of Generation Z are getting older - and with that, their purchasing power increases! But what are the preferences of these individuals, and how can retailers attract Gen Z customers, and gain their loyalty? Learn more about Generation Z shoppers here!
Zebra PS30: Enhancing the self-scanning experience
This January, Zebra Technologies announced their next generation of self-scanning devices: The PS30 Personal Shopper Series.
But what is new with this device, and how does it compare with its predecessor? Moreover, how will the PS30 make shopping better for the end-users? Learn all about the Zebra PS30 here!
Mastering self-scanning: Encouraging continued adoption and satisfaction
Self-scanning has been a game-changer for both shoppers and retailers. The benefits are many, however some retailers are unsure about how to get their customers to use the self-scanning feature continuously. What factors impacts the shoppers’ decision to keep self-scanning? Learn more about it here!
From discount enthusiasts to efficiency seekers – meet the different types of self-scanning users
Who actually uses self-scanning? Actually, plenty of people. As the benefits of self-scanning has become more prominent during the last couple of years, more shoppers are willing to try this type of solution. Learn about the various personality types here!
A look into 2024: What can we expect for self-scanning?
2023 has been an eventful year for the world – also for retailers. New solutions have emerged, and more retailers are seeing the benefits of investing in smart retail technology. But what will happen in 2024? Let’s take a look at some of the expected outcomes here!
How to manage large retail projects
Advanced projects requires skilled Project Managers! As retail technology has become more advanced - while increasing in popularity - modern implementation projects usually means that various stakeholders are involved simultaneously. This adds complexity, and the need for structure is more prevalent than ever.
But what are the common mistakes, and how can they be evaded? Learn from Fredrik, one of our skilled Project Managers!
This is why you need high-quality software and hardware when implementing self-scanning
There are many self-scanning alternatives available on the market - both in terms of hardware and software. However, retailers should choose wisely when deciding upon which devices and software to use - in order to maximize the shopping experience. Learn more here!
Are retailer-owned devices still needed?
As our society moves towards using smartphones for everything, some are asking: Are retail-owned devices for self-scanning a thing of the past? Or are there benefits that makes this type of hardware withstand the test of time? Learn more here!
Self-scanning feature: Age verification
Some items may be prohibited to sell to individuals below a certain age, for various reasons. It is thereby important that there are some security features in place – also when using self-scanning. Learn more about the age verification feature connected to self-scanning here!
7 tips for a smooth and easy self-scanning experience
Implementing self-scanning is a great way to enhance your customers’ shopping experience. Nevertheless, there are some factors that can make their experience even better. Discover our insights about how to create a smooth and easy self-scanning check-out here!
A brief history of self-scanning
The handheld self-scanners have come a long way. Nowadays, the use of touch-sceen technology and seamless wifi-connection has opened for a range of possibilities – but how did it start? Learn about the self-scanning history here!
The Retail Technology Glossary
As the retail industry has changed rapidly over the last decades, new words and concepts has emerged. In our glossary you will find several words and terms that might be useful to know in a retail context. Have a look!