Pro10 supports next generation retail experience

1 May 2019

 

Delivering a high quality customer experience is the number one retailer priority. From having the right stock, in the right place, at the right time; to minimising checkout waiting times; and having store associates who are engaged, knowledgeable and multi-faceted, communication within and throughout a retail estate is fundamental to the in-store retail experience.

 

We have been working with retailers to optimise the in-store customer experience since 2009, and our new Pro10 Headset system has a host of new features to help store staff to work even smarter as a team.

 

This headset has an entirely new design. The 16 hour battery life eliminates the need to have spare headsets waiting on charge as users can wear the same headset for the full trading day. A single touch-pad for the talk and volume replaces mechanical buttons, and improved ergonomic design and stronger nylon composite casing provides a tough, strong and contemporary design. The system allows up to 30 users to be in communication and facilitates real-time ‘above-store’ communication between head office representatives and in-store teams. So, for the first time, head office can send voice messages into the headset system using text-to-voice software through our digital interface, making sure that all members of staff hear communications loud and clear.

 

Of course, the enduring benefit of headsets is that every individual, irrespective of experience, can be far more confident, knowing that the entire team is connected and can help respond to any customer query. In doing so, our retail clients can unlock the breadth of talent within their teams, elevating staff beyond the traditional role of shelf-filler to fulfil customer expectations.

 

Tom Downes, CEO, explains, “A great in-store customer experience starts with engaged staff, and our customers understand that very clearly indeed. They use our headsets to work better as a team to meet their customers’ expectations. And so we’re thrilled to be introducing Pro10, which brings together all the design and features asked for by users and with an eye to the retail trends we see before us today, where efficiency, productivity, flexibility and training are at the forefront of retail thinking.”

 

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EP/Cath Labs

6 Nov 2018

 

One of the key challenges for surgeons is to create a calm, organized environment that will alleviate pressure in the OR and improve staff well-being. This is particularly important in EP and Cath labs, as clinicians must overcome the barriers created by the natural cacophony of an operating room, staff undertaking more than one task at once and operating teams that are spread across multiple rooms.

To combat these restrictions, clear and immediate communication is key, particularly during critical points of a procedure. Adopting headset technology, such as our wireless systems, enables clinicians to perform their role in an assured manner. As Dr Ziv Tsafrir, a Fellow in Minimally Invasive Gynecology at Henry Ford comments, “Using Quail Digital’s wireless headsets during robotic procedures certainly contributed to better patient outcomes by creating a calmer environment for clinicians and staff.”

And as patient demand grows, headsets are an essential companion in a Cath/EP lab setting. A lack of clarity can create stress and blame amongst team members, but with the ability to hear instructions clearly this ambiguity can be avoided. A more attentive, focused team will also be key to reducing stress-levels, resulting in more effective workflows and treatment.

How retail success lies in focusing on the consumer

1 April 2019

 

Connected stores, transaction-less checkouts and RFID technology are just a few of the retail innovations that have plagued the industry in the past few years, with many retailers feeling the need to overhaul their experience to keep up. But, as Tom Downes, CEO at Quail Digital, explains, retailers really need to get the foundations right, and put the customer at the centre of the engagement, before trying to expand their in-store technologies beyond the essentials.

 

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Combatting communication problems in community healthcare clinics

28 Feb 2019

 

The notion of a community healthcare clinic is constantly evolving from the traditional model of a local clinic staffed by general practitioners and nurses, serving rural populations. There is now a renewed interest in these organisations and their potential to deliver a more integrated care service within the community. But, in order to successfully make this transaction, are these clinics equipped with the right tools to foster a more productive, collaborative environment, and to ensure they’re able to cope with extra demand? Tom Downes, CEO, Quail Digital, explains all over on Healthcare Global.

 

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Future of retail

28 Nov 2018

 

Technology is changing consumer expectations. From cashier free stores to interactive changing rooms, the trend of using a smoother shopping experience can now be seen throughout multiple retail stores. However, as Tom Downes, CEO at Quail Digital explains, it is only those retailers who understand the importance of combining these technological solutions with human interaction who will survive.

 

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Easing The Mayo Clinic expansion with our wireless headset systems

15 Nov 2018

 

In a bid to cater to the number of increasingly complex conditions within the US, valued client, the Mayo Clinic has recently announced plans to double its campus size in an $800mn expansion. This funding will allow the Minnesota based medical centre to significantly increase the number of inpatient beds by a third, as well as creating up to 2,000 new clinical roles to better support patients. And while the expansion will significantly enhance their ability to cater for the growing needs of patients, it will undoubtedly have an impact on the level of stress and work pressures felt by those working at the hospital. It is therefore vital that they continue to implement the right tools to ensure every member is efficiently supported to help this expansion run as smoothly as possible.

The Mayo Clinic is continually improving its services, and building on their reputation as a leading hospital in the US. And as part of their dedication to providing the best healthcare service possible, the Mayo Clinic adopted our digital wireless headsets to provide discrete, hands-free wireless audio communication between physicians and the rest of the clinical team. As a clinic that specialises in cardiovascular diseases, the use of this wireless communication system, designed for clinical settings, is key to enabling a safer, more effective workflow during procedures.

As communication in a clinical room is never confined to a single setting, the implementation of headset technology is even more essential for this environment. We are all aware that there are many communication challenges that EP physicians and clinical physicians face on a daily basis in the lab, such as a noisy environment and large teams of staff. By unifying all team members through an interference-free solution, clinicians are able to improve clarity and accuracy between team members whilst also maintaining the required level of privacy.

As Tom Downes, CEO, Quail Digital, adds: “Headsets cut through the background noise of the OR giving the whole clinical team clear accurate communication between them, reducing stress levels and improving wellbeing of all those in the facility. We’re pleased to have a longstanding relationship with Mayo Clinic and look forward to working with them again.”

Improving clinical communication

5 March 2019

 

With more than 50 community healthcare clinics across the UK, these organisations are an essential part of the healthcare system. And whilst they are investing vital time into evolving their structure and delivering a range of medical services, without the right technology in place staff productivity will suffer, hindering their ability to make the most out of the resources available. Tom Downes, CEO at Quail Digital, highlights why communicative tools are essential in order to improve operational efficiencies and to keep up with demand.

 

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Queue systems

18 Dec 2018

 

There is now less and less tolerance for waiting in line, especially for Generation Z and Millennials. But with just 42% of shoppers having their speed expectations met, it is clear some retailers still have a way to go in providing the optimal experience. A1 delves into the world of queue systems and explores how retailers can provide the optimal in-store service, with the help of Tom Downes, CEO, Quail Digital.

 

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Optimising Click and Collect at peak

13 Nov 2018

 

Click and collect is fast becoming the favoured delivery model for consumers, particularly around peak periods. And with customers expecting a seamless transaction, ideally in less than three minutes, retailers need to ensure the experience for this delivery method is as slick as any other. Tom Downes, CEO, Quail Digital, highlights how speed should always be key in order to deliver the desired service during peak trading.

 

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Combating communication problems in Community Healthcare Clinics

29 Oct 2018

 

With an estimated 33 million people visiting Community Healthcare Clinics each year, these organizations are an essential part of the healthcare system. While they are investing vital time into delivering a focused range of services to the local community, without the right basic communication tools in place staff productivity will suffer, hindering their ability to make the most out of their resources.

From diagnostics to preventive treatment, clinical procedures and rehabilitation, delivering a diverse set of services can create a stressful environment if the team, from receptionist to clinicians, are wasting valuable time trying, without success, to speak to one another to seek answers to questions, locate the right individual and better manage the flow of patients through the appointments and procedures process.

Giving a lightweight headset to all members at reception and in the clinics will enable the team to reduce unnecessary delays, improve workflow and offer a much improved patient experience. Instead of relying on telephones that go unanswered, with wireless headsets staff are able to collaborate easily with discrete, immediate communication. Additionally, the ability to hear everything clearly, at all times, will facilitate a more tranquil environment, improve clinical operational efficiency, and reduce staff stress levels and thus their well-being.

Woodie's case study coverage

29 Oct 2018

 

Providing friendly and knowledgeable staff, short wait times and good communication is absolutely critical for retailers, especially for those trading in the hardware sector. With this in mind, Ireland’s market leading DIY and home retailer, Woodie’s, has invested in Quail Digital’s wireless headset system to ensure a proficient and reliable service is covered across the entire store. From improving staff welfare to deterring shoplifters, the adoption of this tool has enabled Woodie’s to emphasise the personal, friendly and forward-thinking service they promise. Visit A1 Retail, Retail Technology and Plumbing Trade to find out more.

 

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