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January 22, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

In 2019, the U.S. witnessed 417 mass shootings that claimed more than 500 lives and injured over 1,600 people. These figures indicate a sharp rise in the number of mass shootings since 2018. Educational institutes and places of worship might be easy targets, but other organizations, including shopping centers, offices, etc. aren’t immune to such violent incidents.

January 20, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Has your shopping mall experienced dwindling foot traffic? While you can’t compete with the comfort and convenience of online shopping, you can use innovative tactics to lure crowds. The key is to entice your audience with an exclusive experience that will compel them to visit your mall. It is high time you take retail therapy to a new level by …

January 17, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Business Continuity, Mass Notification

The advent of modern technology has made businesses increasingly dependent on computers and the internet. From storing confidential data to making sales pitches – your business requires computer systems for almost every task. Moreover, you likely use internet-based communication systems to communicate with your employees, clients, and other stakeholders. Unfortunately, the growing dependence on technology also puts you at the …

January 15, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

When the first mall in the U.S. was built in 1956, it was perceived as a revolutionary concept. The ability to access a plethora of brands under one roof was both a novelty and a luxury. However, in recent years, the fervor and excitement surrounding shopping malls have fizzled out. The comfort of online shopping has given mall operators a …

January 8, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Shopping malls in the US have been in a mode of tailspin ever since the ecommerce industry started booming. People prefer to sit in the comfort of their homes and shop for their favorite products at even more affordable prices. This has led to widespread vacancies in the shopping malls in the country. Over 9.1% of the mall spaces were …

December 27, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Text Message Marketing - M360

Malls in America are facing a retail apocalypse. Mall vacancies stood at a seven-year high of 9.1% in 2018’s third quarter. These large vacancies have led to the collapse of many shopping malls in the country, and about 1211 remain in the nation.

December 23, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Text Message Marketing - M360

When was the last time you went to a shopping mall with the sole intent of buying something? Once perceived as the face of modern retail, many shopping malls are dying a slow death. Today, people often go to malls to hang out with their friends or spend quality time with their family. If your mall fails to engage your …

December 19, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

Just like all the other professionals out there, the Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) profession changes with time too. If you wish to remain at the top of your industry, you must keep up with the latest trends. This allows you to implement the industry best practices ensuring you’re always seen as an asset, not a liability, by your company. …

December 9, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Text Message Marketing - M360

The advent of online retail stores and e-commerce businesses have stolen the limelight from brick and mortar businesses. Shopping mall operators now have to work harder to attract customers and increase foot traffic forcing you to devise unique and innovative strategies to grab the attention of your audience. This becomes particularly crucial during peak sales periods and important holidays like …

December 4, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

Cyber attacks have become commonplace, so much so that there’s an attack every 39 seconds effecting 1 in 3 Americans every year. However, individuals aren’t the only targets of hackers. Businesses lose millions of dollars every year due to cyber attacks. In fact, the NotPetya ransomware attack cost Merck over $300 million every quarter.