Running a successful restaurant often means navigating tight profit margins. While cost-cutting is a necessary evil, the strategies employed can either bolster or jeopardize your establishment's long-term success. After consulting various industry insiders, here are seven top-notch strategies for savings that won't compromise your reputation ..read more

The Apple Store draws in over 1 million daily visitors globally; some enthusiasts even camp out for days before a new store's opening or a product release. It currently reigns as the most profitable US store, outpacing renowned luxury brand Tiffany & Co. What sets the Apple Store apart extends beyond its uncluttered design and limited product selection; it's primarily the emphasis on customer experience that keeps people coming back. By entirely focusing on customers’ desires and needs, Apple revolutionized store dynamics, establishing an innovative retail model that resonates worldwide ..read more

The retail software systems you implemented a decade ago were simply not designed to support the way retail works today ..read more

Food waste costs the global economy US$936 billion a year and contributes to issues such as food insecurity, climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Supermarkets in the UK alone throw away the equivalent of 190 million meals a year. To address this challenge, supermarkets need to find ways to offer a wide selection of food, keep it fresh, and minimize waste. Here are six ways to achieve that ..read more

Stock is one of the biggest investments and risks for a retail business. Have too much, and you’re landed with a whole load of products blocking up your storerooms and warehouses which you can’t shift. Too little, and you can expect a load of disappointed customers who won’t shop with you again because they can’t get hold of what they want. It’s all about getting the right balance – but for many retailers this is a real struggle. The problem is they lack the insights they need to manage their stock in the most effective way.  ..read more

According to the British Charities Aid Foundation, the UK is the most generous country in Europe when it comes to charity, in spite of the current recession ..read more

We are delighted to introduce our newest team member, Raquel Tonin Hauschild, as our Solution Sales Executive in LATAM. With an impressive history in the technology industry and a proven track record of achievement, Raquel will play a crucial role in our continued dedication to delivering high-quality retail software solutions. Raquel brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having worked for over 28 years in internationally renowned companies such as ADP, SAP, Siebel, Hyperion, Oracle, Teradata, Microsoft, and IBM, as well as two startups. Her expertise spans strategic sales, partner ..read more

LS Central version 23.0 was released on October 4th, 2023. Here’s an overview of what we have added and improved in the system ..read more

During the holiday season, numerous retailers experience the harsh reality that their e-commerce systems are ill-prepared for the surge in shopping traffic. From incorrect deliveries to order cancellations due to stock shortages, and even difficulties in processing returns for damaged items, it is clear that many retailers still have a long way to go in terms of selling and satisfying customers across their various sales channels. Here is a summary of 5 common holiday slip-ups that could lose you loyal customers, and how to fix them ..read more

We hear a great deal about how modern consumers, and the whole retail landscape, are changing. Expert predictions about the newest trends are a dime a dozen. As a retailer, it can sometimes feel like you’re navigating a minefield. There are so many things you could do to attract, retain, and impress customers, but will they all pay off ..read more