Many of the top March 2015 retail ideas bring harmony to the discord that exists between brick and mortar, web and mobile shopping experiences. One of the most effective ways to harness the power of technology is the implementation of location-based technology for promotions, displays and in-store ads, which can be integrated into keychains, mannequins, shop windows and apps.
In terms of store design, one of the most impressive setups comes from Made.com. This hybrid showroom features a mix of physical and digital products, which connects two ways to shop the brand. In Japan, this emphasis on blending e-commerce into physical retail can be seen with the Rakuten BOX, stations that serve as places for consumers to pick up parcels ordered online at their own convenience.
Top 45 Retail Innovations in March
From Digital Product Showrooms to Contactless POS Systems:
Laura McQuarrie — Mar 28, 2015 — Business
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Shipping Container Campuses
Pop Brixton Aims to Bring A Sense of Community to the District
44
Hybrid Coffee Bars
All That is Solid's Cafe Interior Design Suits a Range of Needs
43
3D-Printed Retail Platforms
This 3d Startup is Now Offering Its Products on Sears.com
42
Holographic Fishing Technology
The Hunter-Gatherer Lets You Virtually Catch Your Food for Delivery
41
3D-Printed Hardware
This Partnership Shows Off Makerbot 3D-Printed Home Depot Tools & Hardware
40
Minimalist Retail Designs
The Legrand Showroom Boasts Both Exhibition and Seminar Spaces
39
Surreal Retail Display Museums
This Hermes Window Display is Made Using a Colorful Paper Medium
38
Shoppable Construction Barriers
Kate Spade's 'Coming Soon' Wall is an Interactive Retail Platform
37
3D Printing Stations
Staples Teams Up with 3D Systems to Offer 3D-Printing In-Store
36
Plastic Payment Promotions
Shoe Brand MAMUT is Accepting Plastic Bottle Payment for their New Line
35
Customizable Retail Gifts
Shapeways x Target's 3D-Printed Gifts Provide Personalization
34
Shipping Yard Shop Designs
The Nendo Backyard Store was Inspired by a Playful Commercial Rear Lot
33
Additive Manufacturing Shops
Aylesbury's 3D Print World Stocks Printer Kits and Hosts Workshops
32
LCD Ceiling Displays
The Oakley Store Display Features 27 LCD Screens
31
3D Printing Shops
Copenhagen's 3D Printhuset Makes 3D Printing Accessible to All
30
Crowdfunded Local Food Platforms
Credibles Lets You Prepay for Food and Invest in Your Community
29
Yin Yang Retail Displays
Store with a Floating Staircase Creates Enigmatic Balance Between Levels
28
VR Vending Machines
The Acure Drink Dispenser Mimics a Store Shelf to Provide Product Info
27
Luminiscent Retail Havens
The Hangzhou Apple Store in China is an Idyllic Shopping Palace
26
Digital Product Showrooms
Made.com's Display Shows Off Items Available Online and In-Store
25
Parcel Pickup Lockers
Rakuten Lets Its Online Shoppers Pick Up Parcels from a Mall Collection Box
24
Animated Bag Webshops
Bagigia's Creative Web Shop Features an Engaging User Interface
23
Rippling Retail Facades
The Seoul Givenchy Flagship Store is a Beacon of Modernity
22
Aquatic Couture Displays
This Hermes Window Display Boasts Water-Themed Imagery
21
Architectural Flagship Stores
The New Ileana Makri Flagship in Athens Creates Customer Curiosity
20
Indoor Location-Based Services
GE Lighting and ByteLight Roll Out Next-Generation LED Lighting
19
Tablet POS Systems
Elo's PayPoint Pro Register Handles Cards, Cash and Receipts
18
Pharmacy Beacon Technology
The Duane Reade App Vastly Improves Customer's In-Store Experience
17
Footwear Availability Apps
Adidas's Confirmation is a Reservation App for Limited Edition Sneakers
16
Artistic T-Shirt Webshops
The Neopolitan Clothing Website Highlights The Brand's Artful Vision
15
Beacon Treasure Hunts
Australia's Bendigo Marketplace Hosts Hi-Tech Family Scavenger Hunts
14
Personalized Loyalty Keychains
Physical Cookie Brings the Web's Best to Brick and Mortar Shopping
13
Digital Retail Showrooms
Tommy Hilfiger's High Tech Retail Concept Gets Introduced in Amsterdam
12
Local Shopping Kiosks
American Express' Shop Small Helps You Experience Local Treasures
11
Car Shopping Quizzes
TMatch Narrows Down Choices When Purchasing a Vehicle
10
Intuitive Retail UX
The TargetBuy App is Designed for Easy Interaction with Few and Familiar Icons
9
Contactless POS Systems
Proxama's Units Offer Solutions for NFC Marketing & Loyalty Platforms
8
Beacon Food Marketing
American Craft Sausages Successfully Grew in Popularity with Message Tech
7
Beacon-Optimized Chocolate Shops
Laima Chocolate Shop Introduces Low Energy Beacons
6
Beacon-Embedded Mannequins
The Westfield Ted Baker Store Introduces Location-Based Technology
5
Biometric Store Payments
This Chinese Grocery Store Features a Unique 'Face Pay' System
4
Immersive Retail Beacons
Hudson’s Bay Company Introduces iBeacon at North American Locations
3
Indie Bookstores Search Tools
CityShelf Lets You Browse the Stock of Independent Book Shops in NYC
2
Auto Buyer E-Commerce
Autohome is China's Leading Car Consumer Website
1
Location-Based Ads
Microsoft Wraps Beacon-Enabled Advertising Around Its Retail Stores
Related Ideas
Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
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
Autonomous Micro Markets
Micromart Features Digital Price Tags & AI Product Recognition Sensors
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Immersive Spatial DIY Apps
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Debuts Lowe's Style Studio for Apple Vision Pro
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
State-of-the-Art Retail Fragrance Dispensers
iRomaScents Enhances the Retail Experience with Tech
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Community-Driven Retail Stores
Stone Island's Munich Store Emphasizes the Importance of Community
Brick-and-Mortar Collectibles Stores
POP MART Debuted Its First Permanent Store in the Netherlands
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
Grab-and-Go Employee-Free Retailers
Lotus Launched a 'Pick & Go' Location in Thailand
Sculptural Luxury Fashion Stores
Burberry's New Store in Milan is Situated at Via Sant' Andrea 2
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Engaging Shelf Displays
Netvisual is Elevating In-Store Advertising with its Shelf Edge Displays
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
AI Retail Innovation Platforms
HyperFinity Introduced AI Data-Backed Pricing Optimization
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Branded Low-Cost eCommerce Stores
Amazon Haul Offers Low-Cost Products to Attract Shoppers
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Tranquil Retail Environments
NEOM Wellbeing Has Launched Its First U.S. Storefront in New York
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
Shoe Retailer AI Apps
SuperStep Partnered with 'IMSHOP' to Create a Convenient Mobile App
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Co-Browsing Shopping Platforms
buywith's Next Gen Co-Browsing Patent Helps Customers Shop Together
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Jewelry Retail Expansions
Mejuri Opens 40th Location at Major Canadian Shopping Center
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Computer-Vision Self-Service Kiosks
Toshiba's Vision Kiosk Identifies Items Without Barcodes
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Culturally Rich Sports Stores
adidas' New 'Home of Sport' Flagship Features Unique Digital Tools
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Future-Proof POS Systems
Metcalfe's Market is Expanding Toshiba Self Checkout System 7 Solutions
Tech-Centric Automotive Retailers
Mercedes-Benz Kelowna Unveils a Futuristic Showroom Concept
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Inviting Contemporary Auto Dealerships
Rivian’s Spaces Aims to Disrupt the Auto Retail Space
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Attention-Grabbing Retail Displays
Auo's Smart Shelf Displays Enhance the Customer Experience
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Fashion Retailer Photography Kiosks
The Photo by Fujifilm Concession is at Primark in Manchester
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Lidl GB is Rolling Out Electronic Shelf Labels to All Its Stores
Immersive Flagship Tech Stores
Bang & Olufsen Inaugurates Its Flagship Store on New Bond Street
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Community Commerce Pop-Ups
TikTok Shop UK Opened a Pop-Up on London's Oxford Street
3D Product Visualization Services
Herman Miller and Design Within Reach Tap 3D Cloud™ by Marxent
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
AI Beauty Installations
Sephora Illumination Shows Off the Retailer's Shade Matching AI Tech
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Digital Collectible Displays
Gatebox's Digital Figure Box Shows Off Virtual Collectibles
Hybrid Self-Checkout Systems
The Mini Bora Bora POS System Sits on a Swiveling Base
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Japan-Expansive Physical Fashion Stores
Studio Nicholson Gets a New Store in Tokyo
Futuristic Phone Accessories Stores
CASETiFY Taps Andre Fu for Its Retail Location in Osaka, Japan
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Housewares Retailer Design Apps
The Wayfair Decorify App Digitally Transforms Spaces for Shopping
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
Shoppable Virtual Beach Houses
The J.Crew Virtual Beach House Shares Interactive Content & Games
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Instant Retail Savings Platforms
formi by Patron Points Offers Universal Savings for Shoppers
Anti-Overspending POS Systems
The 'Impress' Wealth Management POS Concept is Advanced
Edge AI Retail Technology
NEXCOM's Neu-X303mini Improves Data Analytics and Customer Experience
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
AI-Generated Shopping Campaigns
Sandton City's Latest Campaign Integrates Smart Technology
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Virtual Skincare Experiences
Skincare Brand Laniege Launches its First Virtual Store with Obsess
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Digitized Retail Shelf Labels
Croatian Retailer Studenac is Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
Cloud-Based Grocery Technology
Pricer Plaza Signs an Agreement with a Tier 1 North American Grocer
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Multi-Brand E-Commerce Expansions
Multiple Grocers are Adapting Instacart's Storefront Pro Tool
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Hybrid Shopping Initiatives
City Furniture Partnered with 3D Cloud on Asset Management Solutions
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
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
Home-Like Retail Store Designs
Keiji Ashizawa Designs the Conran Shop in Daikanyama Tokyo
AI-Powered Checkout Models
Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology Supports Seamless Checkouts
Checkout-Free Convenience Systems
7-Eleven Australia Integrates a Checkout-Free Shopping System
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Taiwan-Based AI Shopping Carts
Innolux Debuts a Smart Shopping Cart at FamiSuper Stores
Flashlight Experience Stores
Olight Combines In-Store Shopping Experience with Digital Tools
Mobile Ad-Supported Checkouts
Sam's Club is Launching Display Ads in its Mobile App
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Home Decor Mobile Apps
Pottery Barn Officially Launches its Mobile App and New Design
Local Retail-Championing Initiatives
The 'Reps are Local Too' Initiative is a Nationwide Movement
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
AR-Powered Brand Experiences
Marcolin Debuts an AR Experience for Employees and Customers
Visual Merchandising Planning
Visulon Inc.'s is a Cloud-Based Enterprise Solutions Platform
Micro Self-Service Checkout Kiosks
The 365 Retail Markets MM6 Mini Kiosk is Versatile
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Beauty Retailing Expansions
Revolution Beauty Joins Amazon Distribution
Multi-Brand Shopping Hubs
Boohoo Opens the Boohoo Marketplace for Easy Access to Over 150 Brands
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Ultra-Green Deadstock Stores
The Kisarazu Concept Store is Deeply Rooted in Sustainable Practices
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Adaptable Wireless TVs
Displace is Bringing Two TV Innovations to CES 2024
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
3D Asset-Focused Retail Solutions
Best Home Furnishings Works with 3D Cloud on New Shopping Tools