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Company Profile | September 2, 2022 Premium

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQGS: CSCO) Company Profile

Cisco Systems, Inc. is a telecommunications equipment and infrastructure provider selling products and services for networking, security, collaboration, applications and the cloud. Headquartered in San Jose,California, the company operates in 97 countries including Brazil, China, South Africa, the UK and the US.

Deep Dive | October 15, 2020 Premium

3D Printing: The Future of the Retail Supply Chain?

3D printing is an emerging technology that brands and retailers are increasingly incorporating into their manufacturing processes. We discuss ways to leverage 3D technology to optimize manufacturing processes and supply chains, with a focus on the retail industry. By analyzing select use cases, we explore the benefits of this innovative technology, as well as the limitations that have held mainstream retailers back from consistent or large-scale use of 3D printing in manufacturing.

Insight Report | October 8, 2020 Premium

Buy Now, Pay Later: A Growing Trend in Retail

“Buy now, pay later” (BNPL), a service that allows shoppers to break down purchases into monthly installments, has become a popular payment option, particularly in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. We explore the growth of the BNPL market, the competitive landscape and the use of such services by US consumers. We also discuss three recent developments by major financial services companies in the BNPL space.

Market Outlook | October 6, 2020 Premium

Market Outlook: US Retail REITs—Recovery Under Pressure

In this Market Outlook, we explore the recovery of the US retail REITs (real estate investment trusts) sector in a coronavirus-impacted retail environment. We analyze data on the sector’s size and competitive landscape and consider the impact of store closures on retail REITs. This report also discusses a number of key themes in the market—including rent collection, store closures and tenant-landlord relationships.

Company Profile | September 9, 2020 Premium

Oracle Corporation (NYSE: ORCL) Company Profile

Oracle is a US-based retail-tech provider with products including business software, client premise or cloud-based applications and hardware including enterprise resource planning (ERP). Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, the company operates in China, the UK and the US, among others.

Insight Report | September 9, 2020 Premium

AI in Grocery Retail: Analytical Tools for Supply Chain Management

In our AI in Retail series, we discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way retailers operate and interact with customers. Using Coresight Research’s proprietary SCORE framework, this report discusses the value of AI in grocery retail, with a focus on how grocers can leverage AI to improve operational efficiency. We also outline notable grocery retailer collaborations with technology vendors and recent developments in selected supply chain platforms’ funding activities.

Insight Report | September 3, 2020 Premium

Robotics and Retail: New Implementations in Logistics, Delivery and Security

We discuss recent developments in the world of robotics for retail. We provide a market overview—including the primary benefits of robotics, applications and leading players—and explore the use of robotics in warehouse management and retail stores.

Deep Dive | August 5, 2020 Free Report

Measuring the Value of Retail Data Sharing and Analytics

We discuss the processes, opportunities and challenges in retailers and vendors sharing inventory and point-of-sale data. We highlight key findings from interviews with suppliers and vendors, as well as a Coresight Research survey of such companies, to examine the benefits of, and best practices for, data sharing.

Company Profile | July 29, 2020 Premium

Salesforce.com (NYSE: CRM) Company Profile

Salesforce is a US-based multichannel provider of customer relationship management software and cloud services. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates in China, Israel, USA and UK.

Company Profile | July 28, 2020 Premium

CISCO (NASDAQGS: CSCO) Company Profile

Cisco is a US-based telecommunications equipment and infrastructure provider selling products and services for networking, security, collaboration, applications and the cloud. Headquartered in San Jose,California, the company operates in 97 countries including US, Brazil, China, South Africa and UK.

Deep Dive | June 24, 2020 Premium

Retail Innovators: REITs

The Coresight Research Retail Innovators series examines how key players and startups are disrupting different retail sectors. In this report, we focus on five disruptors in the REITs sector that are offering innovative data and technology solutions to real-estate owners. We also highlight the ways in which some REITs in the US are introducing innovation, such as by adding entertainment to properties.

Insight Report | June 3, 2020 Premium

AI in Retail: Healthy Fundraising, M&A and New Product Introductions as Current Environment Accelerates Need for Digitalization

The coronavirus outbreak has accelerated the digital transformation of many retailers, because they have experienced a greater need to achieve increased visibility over their supply chains and inventory. A number of companies are taking the opportunity to introduce or upgrade their retail analytics technology, and funding in AI startups continues to flow.

Insight Report | May 21, 2020 Premium

Contactless Payment Options Continue To Gain Acceptance, Spurred by Necessity

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, many businesses have ceased accepting cash as payment in order to minimize contact and thus reduce the risk of spreading the virus. We discuss recent developments in mobile payment technologies, the adoption of which is being driven by changing consumer expectations in the current environment.

Insight Report | May 14, 2020 Premium

RFID Update: Mature Technology Finds New Applications in CPG, Analytics and Inventory Tracking

We explore the use of RFID in retail, with applications of this 70-year-old technology still expanding due to recent innovations. This report highlights key developments in the field that enable loss prevention, frictionless returns, predictive analytics and inventory tracking. We also discuss a major initiative in Japan, through which major convenience-store retailers are introducing RFID tags across their entire product inventory.

Insight Report | April 23, 2020 Premium

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.