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Many consumers don't see value in store technology - here's why
 
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U.S. retailers are investing heavily in store technology, but many shoppers are not reporting benefits. Slightly more than half (52%) of U.S. consumers say in-store technology makes their experience somewhat or much better, while 48% say it makes no difference or makes the experience worse.
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