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Hanshow Recognized as 2024 Sample Vendor in Gartner® Hype Cycle™ Reports for Retail Technologies and Wireless Technologies

14.8.2024 16:00:00 EEST | Business Wire | Press release

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Hanshow, a global leader in developing and manufacturing electronic shelf labels (ESLs) and digital store solutions, proudly announces its recognition as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner Hype Cycle for Retail Technologies, 2024, under the Smart Shelf category, as well as in the Gartner Hype Cycle for Wireless Technology, 2024, under the Bluetooth ESL category. The Gartner Hype Cycle reports evaluate the maturity and adoption of various retail technologies, providing valuable insights for retail CIOs to make informed investment decisions.

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According to the 2024 Hype Cycle for Retail Technologies report, “Smart shelves can provide critical real-time visibility to in-store, on-shelf availability; increase operational efficiency; guide customers and associates to discover products; and contribute inputs to Internet of Things (IoT)-based real-time store monitoring capabilities. Data from smart shelves can equip retailers to replicate a richer in-store experience, generating revenue uplift and delivering significant efficiency gains of store operations.”

Hanshow’s smart shelf technology and ESLs are positioned as high benefit innovations that are set to mature and gain widespread adoption within the next five to ten years. Hanshow’s smart shelf solutions integrate an advanced SaaS IoT management platform with devices such as ESLs and digital marketing to provide real-time inventory management, dynamic pricing, and customer engagement.

Hanshow was also recognized as a sample vendor in the 2024 Hype Cycle for Wireless Technologies under the Bluetooth ESL category. Bluetooth ESLs are highlighted by the report as a significant innovation - emerging technology with a high benefit rating and is expected to reach mainstream adoption within two to five years.

These capabilities significantly improve the efficiency of in-store operations and enhance the overall shopping experience and operational efficiency. ESLs are recognized for their ability to facilitate real-time, data-driven pricing and product information updates, crucial for retailers aiming to synchronize their digital and physical channels. Inclusion as a Sample Vendor in these Gartner Hype Cycle reports underscores Hanshow’s position as a leading innovator in the industry.

“We are honored to be recognized by Gartner as a Sample Vendor in the 2024 Hype Cycle for Retail Technologies and 2024 Hype Cycle for Wireless Technologies,” said Shiguo Hou, CEO of Hanshow. “This recognition validates our efforts in pioneering digital store solutions that help retailers optimize their operations, enhance customer engagement, and achieve sustainable growth.”

About Hanshow

Hanshow is a global leader in developing and manufacturing electronic shelf labels and digital store solutions. The company offers customers a series of customized IoT touchpoints and digital store solutions that deliver customer-centric insights. Hanshow's solutions have provided services to a vast number of stores in over 50 countries and regions, helping them streamline operations, optimize pricing strategies, and offer consumers a more personalized experience. Learn more: www.hanshow.com

Gartner Disclaimer:

Gartner, Hype Cycle for Retail Technologies, 2024, By Analysis Sandeep Unni, Max Panther Hammond, Published 29 July 2024

Gartner, Hype Cycle for Wireless Technologies, 2024, Analysis By Nick Jones, Published 5 August 2024

Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product, or service depicted in its research publications and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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