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Combined with 5G, the Internet of Things Offers New Opportunities To Enhance Operations and Experiences in Retail

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a transformative technology that may see a boom of applications in the retail industry. We discuss its potential benefits, particularly when combined with 5G connectivity. We consider how brands and retailers have begun to leverage 5G-powered IoT solutions in logistics operations as well as to enhance consumer experiences in physical retail.

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Israel Retail-Tech Innovator Landscape

We continue our Retail-Tech Landscape report series, which spotlights innovative technology companies that are disrupting the retail industry. Israel’s retail-tech sector is growing and quickly becoming one of the hottest and most innovative ecosystems for retail technologies, with companies offering solutions for wide-ranging applications, from supply chain logistics to the in-store consumer experience.

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Coronavirus Insights: US vs. China Store Shutdown and Reopening Timeline—Where Is the US Now?

We outline our expectations for brick-and-mortar retail in the US amidst the coronavirus outbreak by comparing key milestone in the country’s coronavirus timeline to the experience of China, which is seemingly recovering from the pandemic. Exploring the timelines of both nations, we consider store closures by week, store reopenings and mall shutdowns/reopenings.

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