PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

told PYMNTS CEO Karen Webster in an interview that the pandemic and the rise of mobile infrastructure have set the stage to bring people living in developing and emerging economies into the digital realm. Wain noted that, in general, “some sort of a major event takes place, that triggers a new norm.”. It will happen.”.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Consumers interact with product packaging on a daily basis. Faced with that kind of transit, brands want supply chain visibility: they don’t want to be left in the dark on where their products are in their journeys or on how quickly items are selling once they get to their retail destinations. Customer interaction.

Retail 62

Retail Manufacturing Communication Technology 62

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The tool also categorizes payments so people can track business spending and tag payments to a specific job or client. This new tool adds to existing SMB-focused functionality available to Cashplus business customers. The many thousands of U.K.

Credit Risk 64

Credit Risk Startups Accounting Banking 64

PYMNTS

JUNE 12, 2019

Enterprise spend management company Ivalua is launching its solution designed for the public sector as criticism mounts over the firm’s contract with New York City. The offering enables end users in the public sector to customize the product and adjust to changes in regulations and policies. .”

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 26, 2017

Developers around the world have made more ways than ever for the technology to automate, optimize and enable different services. They all have divisions and products that compete with them.”. Zeiler said he wants Clarifai to be different, to focus on working with customers rather than on creating products to compete with them. “We

Startups 62

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PYMNTS

MARCH 15, 2017

It’s no longer an extra “nice to have” feature that’s added on or not thought of until post-production. The ability to put consumers in control of their product or service is being integrated into the development process from day one. One of the more wow factors for this watch may just be that it’s waterproof by up to 50 meters.

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APRIL 15, 2022

There are many elements involved in developing and manufacturing products for a customer. Because that IS the only purpose of any company – product development, so they have something to sell. But creating a great product is only half of the story. Business – Seasonal gift manufacturing.

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Manufacturing Concentration CFO Strategic Planning 52

PYMNTS

APRIL 24, 2018

The April Intelligence of Things Tracker reports on the latest developments in the space, including new security offerings as well as new IoT applications in global trade. In the quest to protect unsecured IoT devices, Microsoft recently announced a new security solution intended for microcontroller unit-powered IoT devices.

eCommerce 79

eCommerce Transportation Securities Manufacturing 79

PYMNTS

JUNE 10, 2019

Smart glasses company Vuzix has developed eyewear with artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology that can recognize faces in a crowd, according to a report by TechCrunch. The product is called the iFalcon Face Control Mobile, and Vuzix says it will match faces against a database stored on a wearable computer with a headset.

Securities 53

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

While the program is still just a pilot, journalists working for Mashable will be able to take a photo of, say, a celebrity and tag elements of his or her outfit with links to similar products available for sale on eBay. By using her music to promote the products, Merchbar was able to tap into her fan base. billion listings.

eCommerce 44

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Walmart has released a new online-only furniture brand called MoDRN, the company said on Friday (Feb. Part of the revamp included adding editorial imagery and content that made it easier for customers to browse and discover new assortments. I’m proud of the shopping experience we’ve developed. That’s where MoDRN comes in.

eCommerce 46

eCommerce Retail 46

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Microsoft is rolling out a new corporate expense management solution designed for iOS devices, the company announced on Thursday (Oct. Purchases can be categorized as business or personal spend, while users can also add custom tags to purchases. The platform also supports photo capture of receipts to include with expense reports.

Healthcare 55

Healthcare B2B Communication Banking 55

PYMNTS

JANUARY 16, 2021

Car technology was an expected part of CES in 2021, as vehicles are a big part of the big show every year — particularly for the last few years, as consumer interest in connected car technology has spiked alongside a growing enthusiasm for a possible future where cars can drive themselves and the humans just tag along for the ride.

Technology 81

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 11, 2017

Fitbit CEO James Park announced the company’s recent purchase of a new wearable technology asset. Despite Fitbit sales growth stalling at the end of 2016, Fortune reported, the wearable maker has plans to move up the market this year with new product releases that are expected to include more smartwatch-like features. “As

Leadership 40

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 8, 2016

In a press release , Fitbit said it acquired Pebble’s key personal and intellectual property related to software and firmware development. The acquisition excludes the company’s hardware products. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but media reports last week pegged the price tag at anywhere from $35 million to $40 million.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 24, 2018

The technology, which is powered by artificial intelligence, was developed by Donde Search , the retailer said in an announcement. The news comes as H&M has given its mobile app and eCommerce site a digital makeover , bringing a myriad of new features to online customers such as visual search.

eCommerce 41

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PYMNTS

JULY 29, 2019

More specifically, that means Game Stop R/GA is “developing and piloting new and streamlined physical store concepts, introducing new ways for gamers to try new titles before they buy them and giving stores a unique layout and purpose that appeals to gamers. Larger Trends.

Retail 48

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PYMNTS

MARCH 2, 2019

My new Canada Goose coat was on its way from Singapore, by way of Hong Kong. Counterfeiting of everything from makeup to clothes to prescription drugs to household cleaning products is a big business – worth between $1.2 A unique code will be placed on each of the brand’s products during the manufacturing process. Wait, what?

Manufacturing 67

Manufacturing eCommerce Retail Technology 67

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Following similar events held by Apple and Amazon , Google is hosting its own major product event Wednesday in California, where the company is expected to unveil several new products. CNBC reports that the highlight of the event is expected to be the unveiling of two new Google smartphones : the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2017

If the modern man wants to get in on the smart clothing trend, there’s a stylish bomber jacket by New York City men’s designer Rochambeau that uses the same technology as the new Minkoff handbags. The BRIGHT BMBR unlocks exclusive curated New York City experiences at restaurants, nightclubs and art and fashion destinations.

Technology 44

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PYMNTS

APRIL 23, 2019

Financial management is mission-critical to the health and vitality of small business (SMB), but it’s also one of the most difficult tasks for entrepreneurs and business owners that may have the skills to launch new products or services, but lack the accounting expertise to handle the numbers.

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Numbers Accounting CFO Financial Analysis 61

PYMNTS

JULY 23, 2018

In a press release , PayU said the price tag was undisclosed, but that the deal supports PayU’s expansion into high growth markets. billion new customers via the PayU Hub platform, which was designed by ZOOZ. The platform will include fraud management and real-time reporting.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Slyce is working with retail partners to embrace events outside the store and developing new kiosk technology to work within the store. One of its most high-profile partnerships — and one that will be on display at Fashion Week in New York next week — is with Tommy Hilfiger.

Retail 60

Retail Numbers Leverage eCommerce 60

PYMNTS

JUNE 13, 2017

Before bareMinerals was a household name in cosmetics – its parent, Bare Escentuals , was a smallish bath and body retailer with an unusual product that had a small problem. The product was what has become the firm’s signature calling card – a line of cosmetics made from crushed minerals that had a powdered sugar like consistency.

Retail 40

Retail Communication Leadership Marketing 40

PYMNTS

JANUARY 9, 2017

In this week’s Grocery Tracker, Panasonic shows off its automatic grocery-bagging robot, two new smart fridges come to market and Sprouts sprouts new locations, while Kmart drops a few. Lawson said every item should have a tag by the end of February. For stores that plan on keeping checkout around, anyway. Sorry, Amazon Go.).

Forecasting 49

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PYMNTS

JULY 31, 2017

Visa , a global payments technology company serving more than 200 countries and territories, has announced two new appointments to its India and South Asia teams. He will lead efforts to expand the company’s client base and enhance client experience across the network through managing key client relationships to drive product issuance.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

That still holds true, of course, but these days, location increasingly means bringing the store to the consumer — and offering product browsing and shopping opportunities even when consumers aren’t explicitly shopping. The new Instagram features offer some examples of how that could work in a mobile environment. Mobile Bridges.

eCommerce 65

eCommerce Entertainment Retail Numbers 65

PYMNTS

JUNE 9, 2016

Long before in-home robotics were anything but the filler material of science fiction, the KISS mantra helped product developers stick to the basics of design and implementation. The wait, combined with the $800 price tag, might turn off more than a few early adopters. FoldiMate wants to change that.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 31, 2018

It is a series of results pushed by a multi-phase reset on the Urban Outfitters’ business, which has seen big upgrades to its digital platform, expansions in its offerings and an out-of the-box approach to developing new retail experiences that leverage the interplay between its brands and the crossover nature of its consumer base.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 26, 2019

In addition, shoppers see value in personalized offers that match their buying preferences, or the ability to use their phones to scan a tag and place an online order for an out-of-stock item. We developed this mobile-first offering with our customers in mind, and they have loved the ease of buying and trying clothes across channels.”.

Retail 55

Retail Entertainment eCommerce Planning 55

PYMNTS

JANUARY 19, 2017

The latest is global consulting firm McKinsey, whose new report has put a price tag on the potential of blockchain: $110 billion. Trade finance, for instance, could see up to $17 billion in new value by integrating blockchain, while cross-border B2B payments could see even more: up to an estimated $60 billion, the report found.

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Treasury B2B Education Technology 79

PYMNTS

JULY 10, 2018

TAGWALK is a fashion site that has been billed by The New York Times as “ the Google of fashion.” When the New York Times asked her about the potential for her innovation, her description was brief but potent: “We think it’s a simple idea but with revolutionary potential.”. But she persisted, and that product today is called TAGWALK.

Advertising 76

Advertising eCommerce Investments Planning 76

PYMNTS

JANUARY 10, 2017

Half the battle of inventory management is knowing where the products are in the first place — as in, on the shelves, in the stockroom or there at all. On the other hand, Zebra’s new solution can track inventory, literally, as it is being moved by the customer or the sales associate, guided via multiple sensors.

Manufacturing 69

Manufacturing Retail Technology Sales 69

PYMNTS

JANUARY 27, 2017

The startup has developed a location-tracking smart tag and accompanying mobile app that sends alerts to parents when their child has gone outside a preset range. Jiobit, a technology startup based out of Chicago, makes something that seems like every parent, from those expecting to empty nesters, will want or wish they’d had.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Before founding Allbirds in 2015 with Co-Founder and Co-CEO Joey Zwillinger , a biotech engineer and renewable materials expert, Brown was a professional soccer player in New Zealand. The merino wool blend they use is proprietary, and the price tag for one pair is $95. We’ve tried to make it as affordable as we can.

Retail 51

Retail Valuation Manufacturing eCommerce 51

PYMNTS

JANUARY 8, 2019

The retailer plans to pilot technology products using Microsoft’s Azure platform at two stores, one in Ohio and one in Washington. Kroger is seeking to bring new customer experiences to market faster, drive personalization with insights and help store associates become more productive. billion private-brand products in 2016.

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Analyzing Data Technology Advertising Retail 43

PYMNTS

JUNE 13, 2018

New data from Greenwich Associates put a price tag on that effort: According to Bloomberg reports Tuesday (June 12), the financial services market spends an estimated $1.7 billion dollars every year on blockchain as banks and other companies emerge from proof-of-concept stage into market launches and commercial products.

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