{"id":8900,"date":"2024-12-19T07:08:35","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T06:08:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shams-alyaoum.com\/en\/?p=8900"},"modified":"2024-12-19T07:08:35","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T06:08:35","slug":"uae-based-phygrid-and-voicecomm-partners-with-microsoft-to-bring-store-digitalization-platform-to-the-u-s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shams-alyaoum.com\/en\/uae-based-phygrid-and-voicecomm-partners-with-microsoft-to-bring-store-digitalization-platform-to-the-u-s\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE-Based PhyGrid and VoiceComm Partners with Microsoft to Bring Store Digitalization Platform to the U.S."},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"center\">\n<div class=\"content  content-justify \">\n<p>UAE- based\u00a0<u>Phygrid<\/u>, the Store Digitalization Standard deployed by large retailers in over 50 countries has announced a strategic partnership with\u00a0<u>VoiceComm<\/u>, a distributor of mobile device accessories and Microsoft. This collaboration will introduce cutting-edge retail technology solutions to the U.S. market and support over 52,000 retail locations nationwide, embodying the principle of \u2018saving the day for customers, saving the sale for the retailer\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>As the retail landscape evolves, in-store shopping is becoming more digital, with retailers integrating advanced tools like AI-driven endless aisles, mobile payments, virtual queuing, and personalized recommendations. This shift is fueled by consumer demand for convenience, seamless online-offline experiences, as well as the need for faster, more efficient service.<\/p>\n<p>The UAE, a leader in retail innovation, has been at the forefront of this digital transformation with interactive digital kiosks and smart fitting rooms to AI-powered customer service solutions. These advancements have set a global benchmark, demonstrating how digitalization is shaping the future of shopping. As U.S. retailers aim to stay competitive, adopting these technologies will be key to meeting the expectations of today\u2019s tech-savvy consumers.<\/p>\n<p>Leveraging Phygrid&#8217;s global success and utilizing Microsoft&#8217;s\u00a0<u>Azure<\/u>\u00a0cloud technology, VoiceComm will offer retailers access to solutions that drive substantial return on investment through these benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased Revenue: Drive online sales from in-store with AI-powered endless aisle technology.<\/li>\n<li>Enhanced Customer Experience: Reduce wait times with virtual queuing and self-service solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Operational Efficiency: Streamline operations through digital staff management and smart store systems.<\/li>\n<li>Data-Driven Decision Making: Optimize store performance with deep behavior analytics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Andreas Hassell\u00f6f, CEO of Phygrid, stated, \u201cThanks to our Microsoft Azure technology collaboration, our technology has transformed retail operations across the globe and we\u2019re excited to now team up with VoiceComm to bring our solutions to the U.S. market. We believe that American retailers are primed to benefit from the seamless integration of online and offline experiences that Phygrid offers. This collaboration represents a significant step in our mission to redefine the future of retail.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>While the partnership focuses on the U.S. market, PhyGrid\u2019s presence in the UAE is also expanding rapidly, with the UAE emerging as a regional leader in retail digitalization. The company\u2019s platform, already used by retailers in the Middle East, offers solutions that align with the UAE\u2019s smart city vision and growing demand for seamless, data-driven customer experiences in retail.<\/p>\n<p>Ryan Weiss, CEO of VoiceComm, added,<i>\u00a0<\/i>\u201cIn our forward-looking efforts to bring innovation to our customers, we evaluated many vendors for retail solutions, but it became clear that Phygrid is exactly what we were looking for. They focus so much on the strategy, art and science that goes into the customer journey that it makes sense why Microsoft recommends Phygrid to their customers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Keith Mercier, Vice President of Retail &amp; Consumer Goods Industries, Microsoft,\u00a0also noted, \u201cThe pace and scale of change happening in the retail industry is unlike anything seen before. The past decade has also seen an explosion of data that retailers are looking to leverage to better serve their customers and their business. At Microsoft, our goal is to empower the retail industry and help them unlock the value of that data through the Microsoft Cloud. With continuous innovation, security, and strong partnerships we can create unique tools and insights our customers need to thrive in today&#8217;s dynamic market.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UAE- based\u00a0Phygrid, the Store Digitalization Standard deployed by large retailers in over 50 countries has announced a strategic partnership with\u00a0VoiceComm, a distributor of mobile device accessories and Microsoft. 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