These February 2015 business trends range from viral news services to retail beacon platforms that enhance the shopping experience of consumers. In the retail sector, the month's key ideas include predictive shopping apps and tech-infused fitting rooms that connect shoppers with customer service reps while giving them access to stock and sizing info.
On the manufacturing front, 3D printing is only becoming more popular as design-it-yourself printing shops and 3D printing stations become a go-to resource for both small and established businesses.
When examining the month's marketing patterns, these February 2015 business trends include minimalist branding initiatives and experiential retail concepts that transform the way one experiences e-commerce. Whether experimenting with simulated or predictive tech, businesses are moving toward the future with the help of forward-thinking and convenience-focused innovations.
Top 90 Business Trends in February
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Envelope Shipping Boxes
These Printed Box Designs Show Off Maximum Style and Ease of Opening
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3D-Printed Retail Platforms
This 3d Startup is Now Offering Its Products on Sears.com
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Outfit-Modeling Mirrors
Neiman Marcus' Memory Mirror Digitally Compares Outfits
86
Bent Corner Boxes
This Retail Shipping Box Design Has Corners That Are Easy to Open
85
Returnable Shipping Boxes
The 'There and Back Pack' is a Handy Return Shipping Box
84
Buttoned-Up Shipping Boxes
This Box Packaging Design for WonderPix Uses Fewer Fasteners
83
Gallery-Style Patisseries
The À La Folie Pastry Shop Displays its Sweet Treats Like Works of Art
82
3D-Printed Hardware
This Partnership Shows Off Makerbot 3D-Printed Home Depot Tools & Hardware
81
New Venture-Killing Advice
This Infographic Lists Startup Mistakes Entrepreneurs Should Avoid
80
3D Printing Stations
Staples Teams Up with 3D Systems to Offer 3D-Printing In-Store
79
Minimalist Online Surf Shops
SALT's Responsive Ecommerce Site Uses an Aesthetically Pleasing Grid
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Artistic Employee Manuals
EF Labs' Company Manual is Inspired by Children's Books
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Brand-Boosting Tips
This Infographic is for Those Who are Into Improving Brand Recognition
76
Record-Setting Vehicle Auctions
The Toyota Tacoma Polar Expedition is a World Record Holder
75
Customizable Retail Gifts
Shapeways x Target's 3D-Printed Gifts Provide Personalization
74
Consumer Self-Help Books
'You Have Too Much Shit' Helps People Get Rid of Their Stuff
73
Gender-Neutral Clothing Stores
Natalia Manzocco Curates Fashion Perfect for Both Men and Women
72
Holistic Beauty Campaigns
Harrods's Happy New You Approaches Beauty with Products, Fitness & Food
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Interactive In-Store Displays
Kate Spade Introduces Perch Technology to Better Customer Experience
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Additive Manufacturing Shops
Aylesbury's 3D Print World Stocks Printer Kits and Hosts Workshops
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Jewelry 3D Printer
The Sharebot J-3D is Designed Specifically For Jewelry Printing
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X-Ray Business Cards
These Cool Business Card Designs Mimic Medical Imagery
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Contactless Donation Shops
This Interactive Display Window Collects Contactless Payment Donations
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3D Printing Shops
Copenhagen's 3D Printhuset Makes 3D Printing Accessible to All
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Communal Tool Sharing
This Concept Proposes Vending Machine Rentals of Handy Implements
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Experiental Scent Bars
Habitat Pure's Fragrance Bar Provides a Multi-Sensory Experience
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Fragrant Experiential Pop-Ups
Glade's Pop-Up Boutique is Branded as One That 'Sells Feelings'
62
Sparkly Hate Mail
'Ship Your Enemies Glitter' is a Revenge Service that Gets Just About Everywhere
61
Senior Artist Campaigns
Selfridges' Bright Old Things Highlights Artists Over the Age of 40
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On-Demand Flower Deliveries
Urbanstems Provides Same Day Bouquets at In-House Costs
59
Online Farmers' Markets
Good Eggs Brings the Freshness & Convenience of Farmers' Markets Online
58
Beauty-Rating Restaurants
China's Jeju Island Joint Gives Free Meals to Good-Looking Customers
57
Accessible 3D Printing Software
The Leopoly App Expands to Expands to Schools and Businesses
56
Budget Interior Design Services
Homepolish Provides Affordable New York Interior Designers
55
Real-Time X-Ray Streaming
SureTech System Offers Accessible Video Support to Security Personnel
54
Interactive Dressing Rooms
Bloomingdale's Introduces Smart Fitting Rooms with iPad Devices
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Story-Focused Online Shops
All Good Organics Sells Fair Trade Bananas on Dynamic E-Commerce Site
52
Urban Meditation Studios
Unplug Studio is a Place to Quiet Your Mind in the City
51
Online Jewelry Consultations
Bauble Bar Pairs Its Web Shoppers with a Personal Stylist
50
Retail Beacon Platforms
The GPShopper App & In-Store Beacons Enhance Retail Engagement
49
Serene Shipping Boxes
This Shipping Box Concept Takes Inspiration from the Movement of Cloth
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High-Tech Store Checkouts
Tesco Introduces State-of-the-Art Machines to Cut Down Queues
47
Blind Buying Assistants
This Braille Barcode Scanner Helps the Visually Impaired Choose Products
46
Gaming-Inspired Recipe Books
This Video Game Cookbook by Holly Green Makes Virtual Dishes Real
45
Cannabis Subscription Services
Marvina Offers Beautifully Branded Medical Marijuana Delivery
44
Temporary 12-Hour Stores
iZettle's Temporary Store Hosts Small Businesses for Just 12 Hours
43
Digital Customer-Engaging Stores
GameStop Focuses on In-Store Experiences for the Online Shopper
42
Curated Tourism Apps
Kate's Goodness Provides Picturesque Local Travel Tips
41
Van Delivery Services
Cab Company Uber is Trying Out a New Logistics Service in Hong Kong
40
Wearable Tech Rentals
Lumoid Lets You Test Drive with Their New Wearable Gear Rental Services
39
Artsy Chocolate E-Retailers
Le chocolat des Francais Boasts Illustrated Branding and Web Design
38
Smart Discount Cards
Plenty Helps Consumers Clean Up Their Wallet with a Single Card
37
Self-Destructive Novel Campaigns
James Patterson's Private Vegas Book Promotion is Thrilling
36
Hi-Tech Product Placements
The Tesco Stores Introduce Image Recognition Technology for Shelves
35
Ethical Aromatherapy Collections
The Vitruvi Fragrances are Inspired by Global Daily Rituals
34
Viral News Services
Snapchat and Vice Team Up in a New Business Experiment
33
Artistic Temporary Tattoo E-Retailers
The Tattly Website Features Customized Faux Body Art
32
Experiential Tech Zones
Best Buy Integrates 'The Intel Experience' in Stores Across the Nation
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Hands-Free Grocery Apps
Tesco's Google Glass Grocery App Makes Shopping Easy In-Store & at Home
30
QR-Accessible Subway Libraries
Beijing's Underground Library Lets You Scan Codes to Read eBooks
29
Catty Crowdfunded Cards
Exploding Kittens is a Hilarious Card Game for the Absurd-Appreciating
28
Local Shopping Kiosks
American Express' Shop Small Helps You Experience Local Treasures
27
Online Car Part Catalogs
K-eCommerce Lets Mechanics Find Auto Components by User-Friendly Means
26
Interactive Retail Tables
Neiman Marcus Improves Shopper Experience with Integrated Technology
25
Speedy Transit-Finding Services
The Shift Transportation App Offers Users a Five Minute Guarantee
24
Amphibious Car Auctions
Four Amphicars Are Set To Be Auctioned Off In January
23
Workplace Messaging Apps
The Memo App Serves as a Forum for Anonymous Workplace Chats
22
Party Guide Services
Zoola Fix Lets You Book a 'Fixer' to Connect You with the Hottest Nightlife
21
Satellite Internet Services
Google's Project Loon Will Bring More People Online
20
Pop-Up Floral Shops
Calvin Klein's NYC Location Hosts a Temporary Shop for Floral Arrangements
19
Hybrid Retail Platforms
eBay's Retail Associate Platform Aims to Increase Brand Engagement
18
SMS Lunch Services
Toronto's Gob is a Service That Lets You Order Lunch by Text Message
17
Cross-Cultural Beer Campaigns
An English-Spanish Corona Commercial Communicates Across Continents
16
Mailman-Eliminating Drone Couriers
These On-Demand Delivery Drones Can Carry Items Up to 500 grams
15
Social Media Book Clubs
Mark Zuckerberg Introduces 'A Year of Books' as a New Year's Resolution
14
On-Demand Mover Apps
The Extremely Handy Lugg Moving Service Gets You Help Moving Heavy Objects
13
Smartphone-Detecting Location Services
Presence Orb Lets You Know if Retail Stores are Packed
12
Caregiver-Honoring Apps
The Careticker Rewards Platform Redeems Volunteer Support-Givers
11
Monthly Crowdsourced Subscriptions
Patreon is a New Subscription That Helps Ideas Becomes Products
10
Sustainable Business Shifts
Sinopec Group Moves Away from the Oil Market to 3D Printing
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Legendary Motorcycle Auctions
The Upcoming Steve McQueen Auction Comprises Legendary Motorbikes
8
Social Banking Transactions
ICICI Bank Lets You Perform Social Media Money Transfers via Twitter
7
Underwater Phone Stores
This Unique Mobile Store is Situated Underwater in Dubai
6
Indie Bookstores Search Tools
CityShelf Lets You Browse the Stock of Independent Book Shops in NYC
5
Experimental Drug Start-Ups
Ronald Brus' myTomorrows is the Latest Take on the Dallas Buyers Club
4
Auto Buyer E-Commerce
Autohome is China's Leading Car Consumer Website
3
Professional Post Platforms
Spotslet Link Sharing Targets the Interests of Your Work Colleagues
2
Sharp Vendor Websites
The Kershaw Knives Website Features a Clean Aesthetic
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Restaurant Server-Rating Apps
Unlike Other Restaurant Review Apps, Grate Focuses on Individuals
Related Ideas
Personalized Streaming Merch Features
The Spotify Merch Hub Offers Gear According to Interests
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Digital Creator Revenue Shifts
Newsletter Platform Beehiiv Lets Readers Set Their Own Price
Tailored eCommerce Platforms
Zoovu Offers a Personalized eCommerce Solution with AI
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Engaging Shelf Displays
Netvisual is Elevating In-Store Advertising with its Shelf Edge Displays
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
One-of-One Clothing Collections
mmERCH Uses Generative Design to Create "Neo-Couture"
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Social Media News Updates
Meta's Threads Update Features a 'Trending Now' Feed for Relevant News
Fashion AI Platforms
AI Fashion Concierege App 'Aesthetic' Creates a Tailored Shopping Experience
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Fashion Styling Games
Revolve Provides an Immersive Shopping Experience on Bellemint
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AI Survey Solutions
Chatmeter Introduces Surveys 2.0 as Part of Its Pulse AI: Signals Platform
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
Y2K-Inspired Fashion Collections
The Bench Revival Collection Boasts a Range of Nostalgic Styles
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
AI-Powered Clothing Shopping Partnerships
True Fit and Shopify are Working Together for Sizing
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Pizza Box Resumes
Pizza Hut's "ResZAmes" Support Job Seekers During the September Surge
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Marketing Creation Design Tools
Adobe Presents the New Express for Enterprise Tool
Home Decor Concept Stores
Fable will Offer Simplistic Possibilities with its New Retail Location
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
AI-Driven Fashion Platforms
HeyBeauty Offers a Virtual Fitting Room Where Users Can Try on Clothes
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
AI-Powered Fintech Tools
Square Introduces Ten New Generative AI Features for Content Creation
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Buy Nothing New Campaigns
The Buy Nothing New Month Campaign Was Launched by Keep Britain Tidy
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Seasonal Book Retail Promotions
Indigo Launches Multi-Category Holiday Deals with E-Reader Focus
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Email Marketing Tracking Platforms
'Mailboard' Helps Marketers Track Competitors and More
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns
Boohoo Launches the People Will Talk... Campaign
Instant Retail Savings Platforms
formi by Patron Points Offers Universal Savings for Shoppers
In-House Minimalist Apparel
Crescent’s Contemporary Women’s Clothing for Timeless Elegance
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
E-Commerce Advertising Solutions
Reddit is Enhancing its Reach with the New Dynamic Product Ads
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
Tech-Enhanced Beauty Marketplaces
Fresha Plans to Boost Machine Learning and AI Robotics Abilities
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Swipable Curated Ad Inspiration
Swipify Lets Users Swipe Through the Latest Ad Campaigns
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Camera Gear Product Displays
GoPro Has Announced a Significant Retail Expansion at Best Buy
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
Competitor Insight Business Platforms
'RivalSense' Helps Brands Monitor Their Competitors
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
3D-Powered Furniture Retailer Networks
The 3D Cloud Network Introduces a Streamlined Solution
AI-Powered Retail Payments
Focalpay's New AI Features Streamline Retail and E-Commerce Operations
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Natural Product-Focused Holiday Bazaars
Naturally New York Plans a Special Event on December 11
Virtual Outfitting Tools
StyleScan Has Launched Stylescan Studio as a New Shopify App
Car Dealer-Targeted Software-As-A-Service Platforms
Curbee Helps Car Dealers and Manufacturers
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Visual Merchandising Planning
Visulon Inc.'s is a Cloud-Based Enterprise Solutions Platform
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Brand-Aligned Graphics
Bento Highlights Lets Users Craft Polished, Professional-Looking Graphics
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Beauty Retailing Expansions
Revolution Beauty Joins Amazon Distribution
Third-Party Coupon Providers
Instacart Taps Ibotta to Provide Customers with Digital Coupons
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Newsletter-Finding Tools
Best Newsletters Helps Users Find Their Next Favorite Read
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Analytic Visitor Engagement Tools
FastSensor and SEMA Show Strive to Improve Exhibitor Experience
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
Location-Based Business Analysis
Business Worth Offers AI Location Analysis for Offline Businesses
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Branded Small Business Contests
Staples Canada Honors Small Businesses with Boost My Biz Contest
Employee Engagement Tools
Triibe Offers Interactive Newsfeed, Polls, Surveys, and More
Entertaining Business News Magazines
Business For You Magazine Brings Exciting Narratives
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools