Global EPOS shipments fell to 1.7 million, the lowest level since 2010, according to new research. However advanced point-of-sale technology continues to play a key role in retailers’ operations and a gradual recovery is expected Store closures during retail lockdowns cause activity drop 2020 saw global programmable EPOS shipments decline by 20%, according to Global EPOS and Self-Checkout 2021, the […]

DRUID introduces Oxygen, its latest technology release that promises to effectively revolutionize the conversational automation space by making AI-driven virtual assistants’ deployments for companies of any size dramatically faster and simpler. DRUID Oxygen enables an automated conversational experience design that makes it 90% faster to deploy a new chatbot for both employees and customers. DRUID Oxygen also introduces a new, […]

When many offices and downtown areas locked down early in 2020, entire workforces shifted to remote-working, with some employees leaving major cities to find more space at a lower cost, among other factors. But tech leaders believe the industry’s future success will rely on a balance between physical workspace and greater flexibility. More than 800 industry leaders were surveyed for […]

Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO) are among the most important activities of modern industrial organizations. They enable enterprises to operate smoothly and have a significant impact on productivity and bottom lines. An important part of MRO deals with the management and maintenance of physical assets like the machines and tools used in production operations. That is why enterprises invest heavily […]

When it comes to technical innovation, insurance is one of those industries that tends to get left behind. It’s inevitable in a way. Insurance is a heavily regulated, highly bureaucratic sector. Caution is in it’s very DNA. But times are changing. And as with many industries, insurance is reaching a crossroads. In order to stay relevant, businesses must reimagine how […]

The government sector, both U.S. and international, is a prime target for hackers. Attacks from organized criminals, foreign countries, political hacktivists, and others not only erode public trust in targeted government entities, but can also seriously impact government operations and the ability to deliver critical functions—not to mention the financial cost and risk to sensitive information and vital infrastructure. This […]

Many companies consider implementing an ERP system using European funds, but few manage to complete such an initiative. The year 2021 brought new European measures and funds for digitalization, which raised the interest of the Romanian entrepreneurs in the modernization of IT applications and infrastructure. One of the best known is ,, Action 2.2.2 – Digitization of SMEs” and it […]

Successful field trial in Hungary: On behalf of Pro-M, the operator of the Hungarian Public Safety Network, Hytera Mobilfunk (HMF) has tested a multi-cell, mission-critical LTE network in real operation. The central 700 MHz LTE test system was set up in the city centre of Budapest and consisted of an LTE core, the MCx application server (MCS) and two SmartOne […]

For IT service providers, 2020 was one of the most challenging years for revenue growth. Their profitability fell as organizations resorted to cost optimization amid the COVID-19 crisis. According to analysis by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, 50% of the top 20 IT service providers by revenue reported YoY revenue decline in 2020, while nine saw a drop […]

More important than all the tools and platforms that exist are the ways in which companies can use social media (social media) to increase the effectiveness of marketing programs, to generate new and relevant marketing opportunities, to serve and understand customers better and to become more valuable partners. by Gabriela Streza, Business Development Director, Valoria In order to do this, […]

Creating value for customers with relevant, digital tools for their global supply chains and service excellence is key for logistic leaders. With this goal, GEFCO, the global integrated logistics expert and European leader in automotive logistics has selected Blue Yonder’s cloud-based transportation management system (TMS) and warehouse management system (WMS) to revolutionize its customer service and accelerate growth. With 70+ […]

New technological solutions for governments require effective communication and education to invoke the interest of stakeholders. The expert suggests engaging the public through effective IT project communication strategy, including traditional and social media, might help the new govtech solutions to reach their full potential. Since the beginning of last year, governments have been pouring investments into e-systems, which can be […]