Technology trends are rewriting the rules of retail. More stores are advancing the in-store experience to meet the demands of the younger generation while creating tools to maximize customer service. Retail technology blends physical and virtual experiences, keeping millennial customers engaged with the brand and increases business. It is harder for college stores to experiment … Continue reading
Posted in July 2015 …
5 Tips to Help Your Store Go Omnichannel
According to omnichannel expert Andy Katz-Mayfield, omni-channel is “less about creating another channel to sell a product, it’s about providing a really great experience.” You have heard us talk about the importance of optimizing the customer experience for brick and mortar stores before, but what does that look like? 1. Start off by increasing your … Continue reading
The Do’s and Don’ts of Mobile Marketing in College Retail
Mobile is taking the retail world by storm, its gaining popularity ranges from one-click payments to POS systems to in-store shopping assistants. This provides retailers with an extra touch point to drive sales, however like any marketing it takes planning. With 61% of retailers believing mobile devices are a key driver of sales growth1 it’s … Continue reading
Using Social Networks as Shopping Platforms: New Rules for eCommerce
Have you ever wondered about the ROI of social media? Well you are not alone, it’s hard to detect if your store’s Facebook page is actually driving sales or how many in-store visitors your Instagram creates. The key to discovering the value of social media is picking the right platform for your store. Just because … Continue reading
Laptop and Tablet Love—6 Covers Students Can’t Get Enough Of
From notebooks and textbooks to tablets and e-readers the college market is going digital. With this constantly changing sphere there are two things we can count on in the college retail market: college students are dependent on technology and technology is a virtually recession-proof market.1 Students are constantly looking for the next best thing. Now … Continue reading