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ALKESH SHARMA / Emirates Business
A gateway to the most exciting retail market in the world, the Retail Show Middle East 2016 is all set to open on Tuesday. The two-day event — a platform for innovation, new partnerships, and launch of ground-breaking products — will host exhibitors and attendees from across the Middle East, North Africa, Indian subcontinent, Asia and Central
Europe.
The show is the largest exhibition for retail strategy and technology in the Middle East region.
“Retail Show conference brings together the brightest and most innovative minds that are shaping the way we do business. Delegates and VIPs flock to the conference to learn about the latest strategies and business models which will help them succeed in the digitally-connected world,†one of the main organisers of the Retail Show, told Emirates Business.
In 2016, the crucial themes covering the main conference include the rise of omni commerce, multichannel retailing, merchandising and pricing, social and mobile, supply chain and inventory management, and connected customer.
“There would be dedicated event networking managers to ensure your business is introduced with key prospects and market players. We remove all of the risk out of securing those vital business opportunities. High profile decision makers qualify for the VIP programme which means that they get a tailored agenda over the two days of the event so that they can listen to the presentations and join the roundtables they are most interested in the main conference,†added the organiser.
List of exhibitors and participants of the show includes many big names in the industry. One of the industry’s key players is Epson, which will highlight the cutting-edge printing solutions for retail and hospitality industries at the Retail Show.
From supermarket chains to restaurant receptions, Epson’s retail technology helps to streamline point of sale (PoS) and keep customers coming back. At the region’s leading industry event focussed on in-store technology, marketing and operations for retailers, Epson will highlight various solutions including Intelligent PoS terminals, mobile PoS printing as well as on-demand colour labelling solutions.
“Whether you are a small independent shop or a large speciality chain or a hospitality chain, well-designed PoS equipment helps you make the most of your valuable counter space and ensure speedy customer service. Our printing
technology can meet all specific needs, from fast receipts to mobile printing, and from cheque validation to promotional labels. At The Retail Show, visitors can experience our range of modern solutions for retail and hospitality industries,†said Jason Whiley Director of Sales, Epson Middle East.
