The previous week was abundant in retail technology news, and our goal is to ensure that you are well-informed. Whether it pertains to Hasbro, Zippin, Currys, Boca Rosa, NewStore, Hy-Vee, Fortnum & Mason, Scurri, Skipify, UNTUCKit, or RetailNext, we have comprehensively covered the main stories for you.
To commence, Hasbro has made significant strides with the appointment of three senior personnel focused on digital transformation and supply chain advancement. Dan Shull, Stephanie Beal, and Dan Rawson have assumed pivotal roles to propel the company’s continuous efforts in revamping.
In addition, Regatta has selected One iota’s retail technology for the introduction of its in-store staff mobile app in its stores in Ireland, utilizing Adyen’s omnichannel payment solutions.
Furthermore, Currys is gearing up to revamp 50 of its stores to accommodate the hybrid in-store and online omnichannel model that its customers are demanding. From new categories such as health and beauty, pet tech, portable power, and fitness to seasonal showcases, Currys aims to refurbish its stores to offer customers the latest trends and products.
Boca Rosa, a Brazilian cosmetic brand, has collaborated with Banuba to deliver an immersive and interactive shopping experience for its customers. Banuba’s virtual try-on functionality (VTO) played a crucial role in Boca Rosa’s successful pre-launch event, resulting in the sale of over 64,000 items and generating more than $900,000 in sales.
Hy-Vee has prioritized digital transformation and sustainable retail by implementing VusionGroup tech in over 230 of its stores, streamlining the shopping experience for its customers with real-time updates on product prices and data.
NewStore has emphasized the significance of retailers investing in mobile technology as consumer expectations for store associates’ capabilities continue to rise annually. The findings of their annual consumer survey indicate that consumers expect more from frontline retail workers across various omnichannel categories.
Represent, a luxury fashion brand based in the UK, has partnered with Cart.com as its US fulfilment partner to expand its reach and customer community in the USA, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing customer experience in the American market.
In the realm of delivery management, Scurri has appointed David Dempsey as Chairman and Fionnula Higgins as Independent Director to its board of directors, with the aim of offering retailers, brands, and partners across Europe robust delivery solutions and exceptional customer service offerings.
Subscription management firm Recurly has bolstered its executive team with the appointment of Rachel Sheriff as Chief Customer Officer (CCO), leveraging her extensive experience in delivering exceptional customer experience through technology and data.
Lastly, Irish luxury retailer Brown Thomas Arnotts is transitioning to the latest versions of Aptos’ Sales Audit and CRM solutions, enhancing its customer engagement and loyalty while promoting omnichannel agility.
This is just a glimpse of the retail technology news that made waves recently, and we trust that it has provided you with valuable insights. Stay tuned for more exciting updates in the world of retail technology!