Retail teams face growing pressure during high-traffic periods like Black Friday week. More foot traffic, more transactions, and more potential for loss all increase operational complexity. Loss prevention, store operations, and IT teams need systems that help them anticipate issues, not…
How Premium Audio Shapes the Modern Retail Experience: Inside Holt Renfrew’s 1 SOUND Upgrade
Retail environments rely heavily on atmosphere. Lighting, layout, and visual design all play a role, but sound is one of the most powerful tools for shaping how customers feel and move throughout a space. A well-designed audio environment can increase dwell…
Samsung Unveils World’s Largest LCD Display: 115-Inch 4K Smart Signage
Samsung introduced its 115-inch 4K Smart Signage display (QHFX 115”), positioning it as a solution to bridge the gap between videowall and LED display categories. Touted as the world’s largest LCD display, the new model builds on the success of Samsung’s 105-inch…
How AV Tech is Redefining the In-Store Experience
The retail landscape is in the middle of a massive transformation. Shoppers today demand more than just products on a shelf; they crave personalized interactions, seamless transactions and immersive environments. As Mark Coxon, director of strategy and markets at XTG, AVI-SPL, puts it,…
Virtual Production Studios for Retail: How Brands Create Cinematic Campaigns In-House
In retail, campaigns are the lifeblood of brand communication. They drive awareness, shape perception, and directly influence sales. Customers expect every touchpoint — from digital ads to in-store signage — to feel polished, on-brand, and immediate. At TIFF, flawless visuals stop…
Back-to-School Retail Technology: How Enterprise Retailers Can Win the Season
Back-to-School is the second-largest shopping season of the year — a decisive opportunity for enterprise retailers to increase sales, strengthen customer loyalty, and optimize store performance. In 2024, 73% of Canadian consumers planned to spend over $50, and 85% expected to…