Retail Store Technologies Directions: Winning Formula Resides in the Architecture

Abstract

This Global Retail Insights report provides an overview of EMEA retail business priorities and store systems technology directions, by discussing pros, cons, and requirements in moving from distributed store systems architecture to a fully centralized one. This research document provides valuable insights, predictions, and prescriptions for both retail executives and IT vendors targeting the retail sector.

"Global Retail Insights believes that retailers should consider centrally managed store systems when completing store technology refreshes. The current retail climate demands that retailers differentiate themselves and meet consumer needs better than competitors. A well architected, integrated, and flexible solution represents a key enabler for retailers to enhance consumer satisfaction, achieve store labor productivity gains, and increase profit margins," said Ivano Ortis, EMEA research director, Global Retail Insights, an IDC company.