Tag: Retail

Almost 90% of shoppers used AI this holiday season

The latest report by Talkdesk reveals a shift in consumer behaviour driven by AI during the holiday season. According to the survey, 88% of shoppers utilised AI in some capacity, with 56% reporting increased happiness due to AI’s support. Furthermore,...

Furniture brand Wayfair leverages Google’s Gemini to transform online retail

Furniture brand Wayfair and Google Cloud have expanded their partnership to enhance the online retailer’s product catalogue and employee productivity. By integrating Google’s advanced Gemini models on Vertex AI and deploying Google Workspace, Wayfair is achieving significant operational improvements and...

Lenovo introduces advanced robotics and AI tools for smarter retail operations

At NRF 2025, Lenovo unveiled three retail solutions combining the latest in robotics and artificial intelligence, all tested in real-world environments. “Today’s retailers have never faced greater challenges and have never needed technology to work for them more. Lenovo’s track record...

Halfords adopts Aptos to drive omnichannel customer engagement

Britain’s popular motoring and cycling services retailer has renewed its agreement for Aptos’ POS, CRM and sales audit applications to improve customer engagement, all as part of an ongoing digital transformation. With over 400 stores in operation Halfords is seeking “to...

Talkdesk unveils AI-powered customer service agents for retail

Talkdesk has introduced Talkdesk AI Agents for Retail, bringing advanced autonomous AI capabilities to enhance retail customer service. These AI agents perform complex tasks independently or semi-independently, driven by intelligent decision-making. “Talkdesk AI Agents for Retail represents a significant advancement in...

Great in-store retail experience… so why is the website so bad?

Have you ever walked into a store and felt transported? It might have been the intoxicating scent, the unexpected decor, or the labyrinth-like layout. But that magic often disappears when you visit a brand’s website, despite increased investment in digital brand...

This week in CX: Investing in AI is the key to future-proofing retail

Happy Friday! ‘This week in CX’ brings you the latest roundup of industry news. This week, we’ve been exploring the impact of AI on the shopping experience, as well as the role of social media in today’s competitive market. We’re also discussing...

Retailers turn to mobile apps to address labour shortage

With technology playing an increasingly central role in shifting consumer expectations and persistent labour challenges, retailers are focusing on innovative solutions, such as mobile apps, to stay competitive and meet market demands. According to the 2025 Connected Retail Experience Study, conducted...

Over 70% of shoppers favour genAI in their shopping journey

A recent report by Capgemini shows that 71% of consumers now desire gen AI to be part of their shopping journey. This shift is mostly driven by gen z and millennials, who prioritise hyper-personalisation and better digital interactions. According to...

AI investments in retail set to skyrocket as companies embrace innovation

A new IBM survey highlights a dramatic pivot among retail and consumer product executives toward AI. According to the report, companies aim to increase their AI spending by 52% in areas beyond traditional IT operations over the next year. By 2025,...