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Retail Embraces Tablets

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Retailers' phenomenal, fast-growing interest in tablets is the topic of this Custom Research report, which reveals several surprising findings about key business drivers behind tablet adoption and the division between retailers seeking rugged tablets and inexpensive, more user-friendly devices. Download this report to learn more about what's fueling the enthusiasm for tablets, the most popular operating systems and what pain points still exist with the technology.

2012 RIS/IHL Store Systems Study: Expanding Boundaries

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Mobility, cloud computing and empowered shoppers are reshaping the retail technology landscape. Download the Ninth Annual RIS News/IHL Group Store Systems Study to learn how retailers are planning and allocating their store systems budgets in this must-read benchmark research report.

2011 Digital Touch Point Study

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:37:52 GMT

Digital Touch Points have quickly become the must have solutions for a number of markets. Download this custom report to find out which digital touch point technology is spurring the most interest from clients, budgets for installations, and what verticals are primed for implementation.

2011 Shared Strategy Report

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This highly anticipated annual report features the latest research on retailer and manufacturer collaboration strategies. Analysts start with some thoughts on the current economic climate and move on to explore the value of collaborative relationships in several areas.

2011 IT Services Guide: New Rules for Retail

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT

With both consumer preference and technology changes speeding up, it can be difficult to get a handle on the new opportunities that are indeed out there. In this first-ever RIS News IT Services Guide, five leading retail consultants identify and discuss the hottest growth areas for 2012 and beyond. Download the complete Guide, which includes a handy listing of the industry's major consulting firms.

RIS Software Leaderboard 2011 with Leaderboard Profiles

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:49:53 GMT

Should software vendors deliver outstanding customer service to you, their retail clients? Of course they should, but not all do. Now in its 11th year, the RIS News Software LeaderBoard provides head-to-head rankings that show exactly how retail technology vendors stack up. Download this report if you want to know rankings for IBM, Sap, Microsoft, Epicor, RedPrairie, NCR, Oracle, Microsoft and more. Also see exclusive profiles from LeaderBoard finalists.
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Shoppers Trigger IT Strategy

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:00:00 GMT

Fast-moving shifts in shopper preferences are the catalyst for a fast retail response in IT planning, strategy and deployment. Find out which shopper likes and dislikes are igniting new IT roll outs in record time. This custom research study links shopper preferences to retail responses and tracks two years of data to reveal major findings and takeaways.

Customer-Driven Supply Chains

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:04:08 GMT

The rise of omni-channel shopping has the potential to provide retailers with an incredible amount of insight into customer demand. Download this Custom Research report to learn how retailers are trying to sense, analyze and respond to customer demand across multiple channels.

2011 Cross-Channel Tech Trends Study: Growth & Opportunity

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:00:14 GMT

Cross-channel retailing refuses to mature gracefully and instead remains as disruptive as ever. Download the 2011 edition of the 5th annual RIS/RSR Research benchmark study to learn about the impact of digital commerce on stores, the rise of mobile commerce, the shifting role of e-commerce, the emergence of social networks, and strategies that convert challenges into growth and opportunities.

Winning the POS Arms Race

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT

For retailers, a full-fledged POS refresh is the single most expensive IT project they will undertake in a given year. Download this Custom Research report to learn more about the POS in today's retail environment and find out what is driving the current high level of POS investment.

Consumer-Driven Store

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Retailers need to convert the store into a digitally powered environment that enables shoppers to enjoy the same experiences they get online or on mobile phones inside the four walls of a store. Download this Custom Research report to learn how to create a customer-driven store that is able to respond quickly to market forces.

Building Bridges with Data

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:00:09 GMT

With year-over-year comparisons to last year’s inaugural report, the 2nd Annual Retailer/Supplier Shared Data Study offers a detailed picture of data sharing between retailers and suppliers. Download the 2011 study, co-produced by RIS and CGT, to learn how improved technology tools are deepening these trading partner collaborations.

Workforce Management on the Fast Track

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Among smart retailers, there's a growing sense of urgency about the value of WFM. They are finding ways to optimize WFM solutions with science, technology and capital investment. Download this Custom Research report to learn how WFM can help better manage the labor-to-cost ratio.

POS Inflection Point

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Shifts in POS are taking place today that would have seemed unthinkable just a few years ago. Mobile POS devices might supplement a store's fixed terminals -- or totally replace them. An e-commerce transaction engine could become the basis for the store POS. Cloud-based solutions could drastically shorten POS replacement cycles. Download this supplement to learn more about what changes are in store for retailers' single biggest IT investment.

Use Analytics to Drive Strategies

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Market-leading retailers view analytics as a proven way to shape favorable outcomes in areas including forecasting, planning and conversion rates. Download this Custom Research report to learn how analytics solutions can help retailers progress from reporting what has happened to predicting results.

Mobile POS at the Tipping Point

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Mobile POS is finally getting serious attention as a way to increase sales-floor conversions and engage with customers. Download this Custom Research report to find out why 2012 will be a breakout year for this technology in retail.

2nd Annual 2011 Shopper Experience Study: Taking the Store to the Shopper

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 13:03:53 GMT

Based on a survey of more than 2,400 consumers, the 2nd Annual Shopper Experience Study, produced by RIS News and Cognizant, taps into shoppers' likes and dislikes. Download this study to find out how to link shopper preferences to specific strategies to improve sales and customer satisfaction.

Charting Change at the POS

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:37:16 GMT

Retailers are seeking greater flexibility from their POS solutions as well as seamless links to their digital channels. Discover current POS "pain points" and priorities for upcoming system purchases in this Custom Research report.

Fifth Annual Supermarket Benchmark Study: Fighting Fire with Fire

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

With competitive pressures tougher than ever, grocers are innovating to improve customer experience and loyalty.

Enhancing Shopper Engagement

Tue, 10 May 2011 01:10:47 GMT

Retailers seeking to provide shoppers with a compelling reason to shop their stores are adding digital signage to their customer connect toolbox, as seen in this exclusive RIS research study.