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“Why Contactless Payments Are the Future of Brick-and-Mortar Retail” by Bobby Marhamat via Total Retail

by admin | Jul 17, 2021 | E-Commerce, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

Credit: Getty Images by dowell The future always promises uncertainty. That said, all indications are that contactless payments are ingrained in brick-and-mortar retail for the long haul. Without massive unforeseen disruption, the COVID-assisted trend towards...

“Outdoor Sports Insurance Highlights the Necessity for Board Retailers to Consider Network Security” via OSI (BRA Supporting Vendor Partner)

by admin | Jul 15, 2021 | Associate Members, Resources

For years, Network Security Insurance (commonly referred to as Cyber Liability Coverage) waswidely regarded as a boutique coverage needed only by large corporations who store andprocess large volumes of consumer credit card information. In the later part of the last...

“8 tips and tricks to improve your retail store marketing – If you’re struggling for ideas to improve your retail store marketing, we’ve got you covered. Here are some strategies that help you generate more leads.” via Podium (BRA Supporting Vendor Partner)

by admin | Jul 12, 2021 | Resources, Retail Strategy, Social Commerce

The world we live in is consumer driven and constantly changing. Enticing customers to your retail store with traditional marketing methods (or even online) is growing harder every year. Not only do 51% of Americans prefer to shop online, COVID-19 has moved many...

“Retailers, Take These 9 Actions In Summer For Successful Winter Holiday Sales” by Bob Phibbs (The Retail Doctor)

by admin | Jul 11, 2021 | Resources, Retail Strategy

Christmas in July…or August. We’ve all heard the phrase but planning for successful holidays is more important. It’s summer and a lot of retailers need to be thinking about what they will do differently for the upcoming holidays. The good news is Covid is...

“Trek and Locally Hit the Road Together” by Mike Massey via Locally.com

by admin | Jul 7, 2021 | Associate Members, Local Search, Point of Sale, Resources, Retail Strategy

Consumer Behavior is Changing One of the most inescapable business themes of the past decade is the evolution of consumer shopping behavior. Nearly every business news story about consumers involves the application of new technology to everyday life. Whether it is...

“What If We Told You That You Could Protect Your New Surfboard Against Breaks And Dings…” via STAB Magazine

by admin | Jul 4, 2021 | Associate Members, Industry, News, Resources, Retail Strategy, Surf

Well, you can. And it starts at just $10 a month.  Posted by: STAB What’s worse: breaking your new board first session, or watching every person you love getting mauled by a voracious pack of lions? Answer: the lions, but only just. New Board Anxiety is a...