JiWire has released a new report that shows the results of their recent study that illustrate how important it is to retailers to provide locally relevant content to mobile users who are near or within one of their store locations. The JiWire “Mobile Audience Insights Report” showed that 80 percent of mobile users would like to see locally relevant marketing from retailers. At the same time, it also indicated that 3 out of 4 mobile users have an increased likelihood of taking an action following the receipt of a location-specific…
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Research shows that 55 percent of women are willing to opt in for mobile discounts
A recent study performed by Ping Mobile has shown that 55 percent of women who use smartphones are willing to opt-in to a service in order to be provided with discount coupons and offers. The results produced by Ping Mobile, were drawn from the responses from American women from across the country, regarding their current use of coupons and the way that the feel about mobile coupons in general. People are already using their smartphones on an increasing basis to accomplish their everyday activities, so it is predicted that 2012…
Read MoreThe bar has been raised for comparison shopping with m-commerce
According to an LEK Consulting study, mobile commerce is rapidly sweeping its way across the United States, with 80 percent of smartphone users having stated that they have already used their mobile devices to assist in making a choice regarding a purchase within the last year, and two-thirds have actually bought something through their device. Furthermore, an ever-increasing number of mobile shopping apps are providing consumers on the go with new and improved methods of performing price comparisons across various channels and stores. This is encouraging customers to discover the…
Read MoreCincinnati coffee shop generates traffic through the use of QR codes
Coffee shops and college students have gone hand in hand for decades. Whether it’s the trendy place to hang out or the overwhelming need for caffeine, coffee shops play a pivatol role in the lives of students. As such, many such shops have been cropping up in recent years, especially as they have become more popular amongst the so called “hipster” community. With more shops comes more competition, and for Andrew Eigel, owner of the Roxx Electrocafe in Cincinnati, Ohio, that competition is being beaten through the use of QR…
Read MoreMall giant releases QR code campaign giving shoppers what they want!
The Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PREIT) has announced that they will be using QR codes as part of their new initiative to boost their digital media presence. The codes will be featured on a multitude of print advertisements, flyers and other materials. The codes will help smart phone users navigate PREIT’s 40 shopping centers. When scanned, shoppers will be able to find detailed information, including sales and upcoming events. Each shopping mall will have a mobile website and will be updated regularly by PREIT. The sites will be linked…
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