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Retail tech startups and established retail software providers alike are under increasing pressure to incorporate cutting-edge AI capabilities, especially with market demands evolving quicker than ever. Torn between the constant need to build new features for retail clients and the need to stay technologically current, decision-makers usually end up paralyzed by ... Read the article >

Overseeing inventory can be a true challenge, especially when it comes to managing a growing retail chain or creating a SaaS product for retail businesses. If you’re exploring ways to develop inventory management software, you’re in the right place. MobiDev has over 15 years of experience working with businesses to build software solutions that actually wor... Read the article >

New technologies help restaurants combat challenges caused by outdated tech, such as the lack of insights into customer behavior, high no-show rates, wastage, understocking, and inefficient resource allocation. They also help enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and amplify marketing efforts. According to the Restaurant Technology Landscape Report 20... Read the article >

Retail is one of the most competitive industries, which is no secret. Technology here is essential for improving operations and customer engagement. Geofencing and geotargeting have become quite popular go-to solutions among retailers. They help deliver personalized promotions, enhance in-store experiences, and capture real-time consumer insights. Since 2009, we ... Read the article >

The Internet of Things (IoT) technology is on an upward trajectory, with industries pushing its limits so relentlessly and quickly that it is becoming a challenge to keep up. The reasons behind this growth are varied, with three most obviously leading the charge: demand for real-time remote monitoring (for instance, in healthcare), the widespread adoption of smar... Read the article >

By its nature, the retail sphere is one of the first to implement novelty technologies, so when speaking about AI in retail, we refer to ongoing developments rather than describing pioneering innovations. Online stores have long been using smart suggestions and AI in planning, demand forecasting, customer services, and other instances. At the same time, advanceme... Read the article >

If you are looking for a comprehensive guide on how to develop a retail software product when facing limited budgets or dealing with legacy systems or talent shortages, you are in the right place. At MobiDev, we’ve spent more than 15 years honing our approach to custom software development, working with scaling SaaS startups and established enterprises. Many of o... Read the article >

Integrating payment processing with a POS system may seem like a relatively easy task, but even here some pitfalls can hinder the success of your product. Knowing the challenges and best practices, you can mitigate risks and implement powerful payment processing capabilities in your POS product. The best way to understand how POS payment processing integration wo... Read the article >

In retail, leading the market means modernizing all your operations. The industry’s leaders, including Amazon and Netflix, use artificial intelligence technology to offer an individualized shopping and viewing experience, thereby increasing their sales. However, not every company has the expertise to replicate this success. Over the past 6 years leading AI develo... Read the article >

Businesses across different verticals face the need to provide customer service and remote troubleshooting with rational spending. That’s where chatbots come into play. But how to build a chatbot that can process complex queries and what is the role of AI in chatbot development?  In this article, we’ll discuss technologies, challenges, and best practices for AI c... Read the article >

In 2023, Harvard Business School Professor Karim Lakhani said, “AI [won’t] replace humans, but humans with AI [will] replace humans without AI.” As MobiDev’s Marketing Team Leader, I can definitively say that Lakhani’s analysis still applies today.  Whether you’re building a marketing product or looking to enhance marketing strategies at your company, this articl... Read the article >

With years of background in software development and an AI Group Leader role at MobiDev, I’m still captivated by the striking rise of this technology and its ramifications. Our team has managed to follow it closely and learned to apply innovations to address specific business challenges. At MobiDev, we identify trends that can deliver benefits now, versus those y... Read the article >

Using GPUs for machine learning projects has emerged as one of the key latest trends in AI development. Their specialized design accelerates computations required for machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms, helping developers and businesses unlock new capabilities.  NVIDIA, which holds around 90% of the GPU market share in 2024, recently stated t... Read the article >

Object detection and tracking have become essential tools for companies looking to enhance efficiency, improve security, and make better-informed decisions. Solutions like edge biometrics and automated item counting help industries tackle complex challenges while unlocking new possibilities. This would have seemed like a distant possibility a few years ago, but n... Read the article >

AI has taken root, causing markets to grow faster and higher. Competition is fierce, and it’s anyone’s game. Frustratingly, the relentless barrage of AI hype cycle marketing confounds the playing field. Your business needs something new, something innovative to maintain your place in the race, but what’s worth betting on?  As a software consulting and engineering... Read the article >

The development of Generative AI in recent years has brought back to the forefront discussions about how AI can be used in software development. Product teams in both startups and enterprise companies are lured by the idea of accelerating development with the help of AI. But what are real AI capabilities in code creation?  In this article, we will share the MobiD... Read the article >

According to Grand View Research, the global healthcare chatbots market size was estimated at $787.1 million in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.9% by 2030. Chatbots turned out to be effective for appointment scheduling, patient communication, and many other use cases. That’s why more and more healthcare providers implement them into their services. ... Read the article >

One of the most promising and widely discussed use cases for AI in healthcare is using AI to diagnose different diseases. Due to increasing data availability and technological advancements, the scope of AI applications has expanded, covering sophisticated cases related to cancer detection and prediction.  However, the complexity of such solutions requires a cross... Read the article >

Fluctuations in demand, especially for perishable products, are often a major budget leak because it is difficult to predict demand accurately, timely, and regularly. Some retailers report up to 40% of stock unsold, resulting in significant barriers to forecasting accuracy errors.  The implementation of machine learning demand forecasting in retail can address th... Read the article >

AI inspection in manufacturing helps to maintain quality control by recognizing defects and deformations. Recently, it has shown a growing adoption rate, being leveraged for observing production lines, monitoring product health at all stages, reducing waste, and decreasing maintenance costs.  This article explains how to implement AI visual inspection for defect ... Read the article >