MOBILE APPS : THE CHANGING FACE OF RETAIL
Walmart ’ s Savings Catcher app
transform the casual dining restaurant experience . The app allows diners to make a reservation , place an order for the table or takeout , and pay within the app for a completely streamlined experience . While developers still have some kinks to work out – reviews on the app ’ s iTunes page assert that it still has issues with crashing and connecting for autopay – once perfected it could be a real boon for everyone from traveling families in a rush to business teams on a tight lunch break schedule .
Better Deals – On the more strictly retail side , several chains are looking into apps that can deliver unbeatable deals right to a consumer ’ s phone . This summer Walmart announced its new Savings Catcher app . This one goes above and beyond broadcasting a store ’ s own deals , aggregating better sales and savings from big
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