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Study: How Retailers are Managing the Tug-of-War Between Employee Satisfaction and Profitability

Retail TouchPoints

Employee satisfaction plays a central role in store operations. After all, when employees are happy and engaged, they create more productive and profitable store environments. retail and dining foot traffic has been trending up — and this is likely to continue through the holiday shopping season.

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The Top 5 Retail Remix Episodes of 2023

Retail TouchPoints

Why it Matters: In 2023, we saw employee turnover reach record highs. As a result, associate training and engagement came to the forefront. The retailer has built, tested and optimized mobile-based technology to help associates feel equipped, informed and connected to serve customers across all channels. Its Community of Gen Zers 3.

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6 Keys to Empowering Store Associates During the Holiday Season

Retail TouchPoints

Additionally, the extended holiday season — with more consumers doing their shopping prior to the traditional peak selling season’s start on Black Friday — is likely encouraging some retailers to rely less on holiday hires and more on their existing staff. Put managers front and center.

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Retail Workforce Management Solutions That Accelerate Execution and Communication

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Equip your employees with voice technology that allows them to access real-time information regarding daily store operations, inventory, product expertise, schedules, etc. Retailers should not ignore their employee’s experiences. Send them daily pep talks or messages of encouragement to keep them motivated.

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How Retailers Can Leverage Employee Advocacy in Support of Their Brand Vendors

Wiser

A well-informed associate can offer personalized advice, contribute to a pleasant shopping experience, and influence purchasing decisions. However, the journey toward effective employee advocacy demands a thoughtful strategy. Apple An example of successful store associate advocacy can be seen in Apple Stores.

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AI scheduling in retail: Addressing efficiency, compliance and employee satisfaction challenges in the UK

Retail Gazette

Below youll find five key strategies for mastering operational efficiency in UK retail, and the ways in which Orquests powerful solutions are leading the charge. Navigating the omnichannel challenge with AI-driven workforce management The rise of omnichannel shopping has placed unprecedented demands on store operations.

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Dollar General promotes 18 executives

Mass Relators

In this role, she will continue to support DG’s store operations team, which now encompasses more than 20,000 retail stores including pOpshelf and Mexico. . — Dollar General has promoted 18 executives to new roles at the company. Leslie Allen Leslie Allen has been promoted to senior vice president, human resources.