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The Ultimate Guide to Omnichannel

A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Omnichannel.

What to know about Omnichannel

Omnichannel refers to a seamless approach to customer engagement that integrates multiple channels—such as online, in-store, mobile, and social media—to provide a unified and consistent experience. This strategy has become critical as retailers and businesses strive to meet evolving consumer demands for convenience, personalization, and agility across all touchpoints.

Exploring our collection of recent stories on omnichannel reveals how various companies are enhancing order management, customer data platforms, AI-driven customer service, and identity security to refine omnichannel capabilities. Readers can discover how innovations in technology, from RFID to AI chatbots, and partnerships between retailers and tech providers, support the transformative power of omnichannel experiences.

By following developments in omnichannel, readers gain insights into optimizing supply chains, improving contact center operations, and personalizing marketing efforts, all aimed at fostering customer loyalty and operational efficiency. Our coverage also highlights challenges and emerging trends—such as integrating offline and online shopping, leveraging first-party data, and the rising importance of AI—that shape the future of omnichannel retail and customer engagement worldwide.

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Recent Omnichannel News

Tech Mahindra unveils TechM Ting sonic brand identity
Contact Centre

Tech Mahindra unveils TechM Ting sonic brand identity

The new audio mark is set to run across offices, apps and customer touchpoints as Tech Mahindra standardises its global brand image.

2 days ago

Radisson launches ChatGPT hotel app with Accenture
Digital Transformation

Radisson launches ChatGPT hotel app with Accenture

Travellers can now search more than 1,000 Radisson hotels in ChatGPT, as the group moves to defend direct bookings from online intermediaries.

Last week

Google Cloud expands Gemini enterprise agent controls
Risk & Compliance

Google Cloud expands Gemini enterprise agent controls

Businesses can now run and monitor AI agents for up to seven days as Google Cloud adds tighter identity and governance controls.

Last month

Eltropy to showcase AI focus at autumn credit union events
Unified Communications

Eltropy to showcase AI focus at autumn credit union events

Credit unions face rising pressure to modernise service and cut manual work, with AI now moving into lending, collections and contact centres.

Last month

Avery Dennison & Eventshop launch digital fan experiences
Internet of Things

Avery Dennison & Eventshop launch digital fan experiences

Fans will be able to unlock content and offers from jerseys, trainers and workwear by tapping NFC labels or scanning QR codes.

Last month

Amex GBT launches Claude AI connector for bookings
Digital Transformation

Amex GBT launches Claude AI connector for bookings

Business travellers can now book policy-compliant flights and hotels inside Claude, as Amex GBT pushes AI agents from search to transactions.

Last month

Boody adopts NetSuite to streamline global operations
Productivity

Boody adopts NetSuite to streamline global operations

The retailer says the new platform cut manual checks and held up through Black Friday, easing strain as sales surged across five markets.

Last month

Cloudinary developer community tops four million users
Digital Transformation

Cloudinary developer community tops four million users

Rising pressure on web teams is fuelling demand for media infrastructure as Cloudinary's developer community climbs to four million users.

Last month

Therabody unifies global operations on Oracle NetSuite
Productivity

Therabody unifies global operations on Oracle NetSuite

The wellness brand has cut technology costs by 45% after replacing disconnected systems with a single cloud platform across finance and supply chain.

Last month

Eightfold launches Candidate Agent for hiring chats
Human Capital Management

Eightfold launches Candidate Agent for hiring chats

Recruiters could cut candidate drop-off as Eightfold's new tool folds job search, scheduling and FAQs into one conversation.

Last month

NiCE & Sopra Steria roll out AI service centre tool
Productivity

NiCE & Sopra Steria roll out AI service centre tool

About 800 agents are already using AI guidance as Sopra Steria looks to meet a 90% call-answer target within 20 seconds.

Last month

8x8 named MetriStar top provider for CPaaS & CCaaS
Contact Centre

8x8 named MetriStar top provider for CPaaS & CCaaS

Recognition follows a market shift towards integrated customer communications platforms as 8x8 scores above average on business success and sentiment.

Last month

Trustpilot deepens Shopify tie-up on customer reviews
Small Business

Trustpilot deepens Shopify tie-up on customer reviews

Shopify merchants will be able to surface independent feedback more easily as Trustpilot's app upgrade makes reviews part of the buying journey.

Tue, 30th Jun 2026

Amazon Web Services launches no-code AI customer designer
Contact Centre

Amazon Web Services launches no-code AI customer designer

Business teams can now build AI-led service journeys without engineering support, as AWS previews a no-code designer for Amazon Connect Customer.

Tue, 30th Jun 2026

SAP study finds AI agents shape Gen Z buying decisions
Digital Transformation

SAP study finds AI agents shape Gen Z buying decisions

Nearly half of Gen Z shoppers now use AI agents to help choose products, forcing brands to rethink how they reach buyers in peak trading periods.

Thu, 25th Jun 2026

Synthflow AI & Avant strike exclusive voice AI deal
Small Business

Synthflow AI & Avant strike exclusive voice AI deal

The tie-up could speed customer service automation for regulated sectors, with first joint deals already closed and roll-outs due in weeks.

Thu, 25th Jun 2026

8x8 launches AI Routing for broader customer service
Architecture

8x8 launches AI Routing for broader customer service

Customer queries can now be directed to experts beyond the contact centre, as 8x8's new tool uses data to match issues in real time.

Thu, 25th Jun 2026

Zoom adds AI tools to Virtual Agent for customer service
Education, Learning & Training

Zoom adds AI tools to Virtual Agent for customer service

Customer service teams can now build and monitor AI agents more easily, with Zoom adding testing, quality controls and outcome-based pricing.

Tue, 23rd Jun 2026

Intuit adds B2B support to QuickBooks Shopify Connector
Small Business

Intuit adds B2B support to QuickBooks Shopify Connector

Wholesale merchants can now cut manual reconciliation as Shopify B2B orders land in QuickBooks as invoices with payment sync.

Mon, 22nd Jun 2026

Kentico adds AI award in Site of the Year 2026 reset
Digital Transformation

Kentico adds AI award in Site of the Year 2026 reset

Digital experience projects using agentic AI will now compete for recognition as Kentico reshapes its Site of the Year awards into six sectors.

Mon, 22nd Jun 2026