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Lightspeed POS Continues Global Expansion with Acquisition of Vend

Retail TouchPoints

Lightspeed POS , a provider of cloud-based, omnichannel commerce platforms, will acquire cloud-based retail management software company Vend for approximately $350 million. We are thrilled to partner with Vend, a team that matches Lightspeed’s passion for retail. million in cash and $157.5

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Next-gen vending machines: 5 reasons intelligent vending is trending in ecommerce

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Intelligent vending machines are popping up everywhere consumers are found — from airports to school campuses, business parks, subways, arenas, bars and festivals. The global intelligent vending market is projected to grow 17% over the next 4 years (Technavio) to $12.45 billion, with 40% of this growth coming from the Americas.

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Next-gen vending machines: 5 reasons intelligent vending is trending in ecommerce

GetElastic

Next-gen vending machines: 5 reasons intelligent vending is trending in ecommerce. Intelligent vending machines are popping up everywhere consumers are found -- from airports to school campuses, business parks, subways, arenas, bars and festivals. How can smart vending machines amplify your omnichannel commerce strategies?

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Shopify vs Vend (2023): Which Solution Should You Choose?

Ecommerce Platforms

Shopify vs Vend, which solution is best for your business? The first thing worth noting is that Vend (now part of the Lightspeed family) is a dedicated Point of Sale solution, or POS service, designed to optimize retail operations. Go to the top What is Vend? Let’s dive into our complete comparison. What is Shopify?

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#RICE24: On the Ground with In-Store Tech at Sephora, Reformation and Walgreens

Retail TouchPoints

Best ‘Fast’ Experience: CVS Vending Machine The CVS vending machine in the Mariott Marquis lobby wasn’t actually part of the official store tour, but it was notable enough that it received a mention on at least three separate panels during the RICE conference.

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Why the Future of the Mall is All About ‘Blend Spaces’

Retail TouchPoints

RTP: Regarding your point about “collect” being owned by digital, have you seen developers embrace ecommerce or omnichannel in an innovative way? Jessica Maniatis: I don’t see as much omnichannel happening on a developer level as we perhaps would expect. People want to know that what they are buying is the “right” thing for them.

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Put Your CPG Brand Where the Foot Traffic is to Stay Competitive

Retail TouchPoints

This means these marketers need a truly omnichannel, flexible advertising strategy that bridges both online and offline channels as more shoppers start toggling between the two again. Given that omnichannel customers shop 1.7 Identifying Your Audience IRL. Getting in Front of Audiences, Both Online and Off.