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From Community Hubs To In-Store Theater, Retailers Double Down In Digital At NRF

PYMNTS

The National Retail Federation ’s annual convention may have come and gone but the sentiments, strategies and lessons learned from facing nearly a year of pandemic-led changes by some of the world’s largest merchants are going nowhere fast — especially when it comes to their embrace of increased digitalization. The Future Of Remote Work.

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Retail banking trends to look out for in 2023

Independent Banker

ITMs and VTMs are popular retail banking innovations among community banks. What’s on the horizon for retail banking? We spoke with two community banks that have ramped up their services to meet—and exceed—the changing expectations of customers. So how are retail banks meeting this challenge? By William Atkinson.

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The Benefits of Leveraging a CRM to Be More Community-Focused

Abrigo

Key Takeaways To better serve their community, as well as stay competitive in this fast-moving environment, savvy CFIs are carefully blending digital innovations with their hallmark relationship banking practices. CFIs reinvest in their communities, supporting local businesses and helping community members make financial decisions.

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The community bank guide to FedNow resources

Independent Banker

As community banks navigate this process, there are plenty of resources available to answer questions and provide guidance. payment system.” payment system. Three sources of information on FedNow As community banks look to take advantage of this new opportunity, they seek resources to help them navigate the journey.

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Toshiba Rolls Out Unified Commerce Platform For Retailers

PYMNTS

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions unveiled its ELERA unified commerce platform that will let merchants operate without the bounds of traditional retail IT infrastructures, according to a Wednesday (Jan. ELERA is currently used by the high-volume retail grocery and general merchandise verticals. 13) announcement emailed to PYMNTS.

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NEW REPORT: Upgrade Payment Systems, Build Stronger Communities?

PYMNTS

Updated online systems to reduce paperwork? Beyond restaurants and waste management providers, the quarter trillion dollar recreation market is getting upgrades to its payment systems, plus some additional help to reduce paperwork. Reinventing the Recreation Market.

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The Helpful Robots Of Automated Retail

PYMNTS

High-level market intelligence about the $18 billion expected to be invested over the next three years is a major focus of the March 2020 Automated Retail Tracker™ from PYMNTS , which serves as a bimonthly breakdown of developments in this rapidly growing business sector. Amazon Go’ Cashless. And Amazon and 7-Eleven aren’t alone.

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