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WHAT WE'RE THINKING

New retail analytics tackle business problems

May 20, 2013 by Bill Bishop

Technology and new retail analytics are transforming even basic parts of the retail business - from reducing wait times at checkout to managing out of stocks. In this interview with Jan Davis, we dig into pedestrian tracking - one of those “behind the scenes” operations that's being transformed by new technology and analytics.

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The Lookout

WHAT WE'RE SEEING

Google Glasses sharpen the focus on privacy

Google GlassesWe think Google Glass is going to dramatically expand the scope of concern around privacy issues. Most wearable devices today (like FitBit) are designed for self-monitoring, but Google Glass looks outward, accessing and gathering data about the people the wearer "sees."

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Papers

WHAT WE'RE STUDYING

Moving Forward with Big Data: The Future of Retail Analytics

BMC's second big data survey reveals that the relationship between big data and retail isbig data evolving rapidly.

The findings in this report will help retailers at all stages of big data adoption either get started, decide where to place priorities, or compare their progress with what others in the industry are doing.

You will learn:

  • Where and how big data is adding value for retailers on both the demand and supply sides of the business.
  • The type of big data projects that are under way, and the stage of development or implementation they've reached.
  • The definition of big data and how clarifying this can accelerate progress in using it.
  • Barriers that are limiting its application in retail.
  • Our recommended 5-step process for unlocking the power of big data.

To download a free copy of this paper, click "more" and complete the short form.

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