Author name: Nancy J. Miller

Merchandising agencies are increasingly taking interest in technologies that automate their processes and enable them to do more in less time. Today, speed, quantity and quality are the main ingredients for success, and automation allows achieving high performance for each. In this article, retail automation experts from IBA Group will explore how computer vision can …

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The world is in rapid evolution. If a company is responsive to change and incorporates new technologies or approaches into its processes, it will succeed. If not, this company gradually becomes uncompetitive. Therefore, successful companies follow trends and test new solutions themselves. This article will help us understand what innovation is, how it adds value …

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Excel vs Plano Creator: quick overview, strengths, weaknesses

A planogram is a helpful tool for FMCG and CPG companies, helping them boost sales. It shapes the arrangement and showcasing of products on store shelves to increase product visibility. A well-designed planogram can help a business strategically garner customer attention and influence purchasing decisions. Planograms also have the ability to help businesses utilize shelf …

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FMCG brands are seeking to attract the younger generation to their products. Young people are a difficult target audience, they pay no regard to conventional advertising methods, and companies have to invent new promotion channels. Therefore, companies turned their attention to TikTok. In this article, we talk about how to promote on TikTok and show …

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Top 3 Difficulties When a Merchandiser Performs a Store Audit

What Does A Store Audit Include? Merchandising audits are a structured process for detailed and structured checkups for retailers. These checkups are designed to ensure the retail stores comply with the agreements that you have made regarding the following in-store elements: Shelf space Promotion Product location Product displays Pricing Retail audits can have different kinds …

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Out-of-stock is a huge concern for retail. According to a recent survey, 24% of shoppers are going to cut their spending on groceries. This means that people will be more careful in choosing goods and there will be fewer impulse purchases. Thereby, the competition for buyer’s attention will become even tougher. Therefore, it is essential …

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Goods Checker team attends Poland CEE Retail Summit 2023 Our primary objective at the conference was to meet potential customers and partners. During the two days of the summit, we were able to communicate with representatives of more than 30 companies that are interested in such solutions or are already successfully using them. All negotiations …

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How to Analyze Price Tags In 2023

Price tag analysis is a systematic approach that includes checking the price tags of different products sold. It is one of the staple practices of the retail industry and plays a vital role in the overall reputation of the stores. Disputes based on these price tags can lead to several problems, impacting the overall customer …

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good worker vs computer vision

Retail is an area where innovations are readily tested. Innovative solutions in retail help to automate and speed up processes and improve their quality. However, innovation often becomes surrounded by false narratives. Mikhail Savitsky, Tech Team Lead of the Goods Checker solution, shared his opinion on computer vision issues he most often faces when communicating …

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The Goods Checker team had its presentation at a panel discussion on retail automation at Business Club 5. The mission of the club is to share best practices, establish business relations between participants and promote the development of their business. The event took place in Zagreb, Croatia. It was attended by companies that are engaged …

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