Jun 26, 2017
In 2016, there were over 7-billion mobile devices in the world and the users of these devices demand connectivity for them. Businesses, particularly public retail spaces such as malls and shopping centres, need to answer the demand for connectivity in their spaces to...
Jun 15, 2017
South African retailers have long lagged their counterparts in the US and Europe in terms of embracing new digital channels to improve business operations and marketing. However, they are now moving to catch up amid an increasingly competitive environment and demands...
Jun 12, 2017
Every month, South African retailers receive billions of Rands in payments from their customers. Behind the scenes, payments technology plays a critical role at retailers, ensuring a fast and smooth shopping experience for consumers. It’s a crucial part of our...
May 24, 2017
The retail sector is transforming at a significant pace and there is a high adoptability to digital, if consumer digital uptake is any indication, writes Sanjay Vaid, director: cyber security and risk: Africa at Wipro. As per IDC’s FutureScape: Worldwide Retail...
Feb 20, 2017
In order to gain better control over stock flows and better serve their customers, retailers will need to turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to improve business efficiencies. Bradley Elliott, MD of digital agency Platinum Seed discusses the role that machine...
Dec 8, 2016
Decision Inc has implemented SAP BPC at one of Africa’s biggest food retailers, assisting more than 500 users across HR planning, financial planning and financial consolidation. The solution has seen a reduction in budgeting and planning down from months to...
