The holidays are just around the corner and this year, it’s more important than ever to make your list (and check it twice) well in advance. Between the impact of COVID-19 and global supply chain issues, holiday shopping is certainly going to look a little different this year. As a retailer, you can support shoppers––and drive revenue—with convenient mobile charging for your store.

Supply Chain Disruptions Will Impact Holiday Shopping

Due to the pandemic, retailers around the country are dealing with the effects of supply chain disruptions. The holiday season is when many vendors make a majority of their sales, and, even in the best of circumstances, supply is strained due to high demand at the end of the year. In 2021, retailers will more than likely face supply shortages, limited product variety, and stressed-out shoppers. Especially since delayed shipping issues will prompt more shoppers to do in-store shopping rather than placing online orders and risking their packages not arriving in time for the holidays.

Prepare For Black Friday 2021

Because of this, consumers are encouraged to get their holiday shopping done early. This means that the sooner you can prepare your store for the season, the better. Black Friday is shaping up to be especially busy; a survey found that “32% [of shoppers] plan to shop in person on Black Friday this year, compared with 16% last year.” Many people did not shop in person in 2020, and so it’s even more important to make sure that their experience is positive.

Create a Welcoming Environment For Shoppers

With even more holiday shoppers hitting stores this season, retailers should consider providing amenities like mobile charging. Going the extra mile to create a welcoming, relaxing shopping experience for your customers is a great way to make a lasting impression on shoppers and potentially secure a lifelong customer. Remind customers that shopping online may be convenient, but there’s no substitute for the ambiance and personalized experience of in-person holiday shopping!

Elevate Guest Experience With Mobile Charging

One fantastic amenity for retail is mobile charging. After a long day of shopping, both customers and their phones are likely low on battery. With a mobile charging station in your store, you can offer guests a place to recharge and refresh. If your store offers mobile coupons or digital loyalty cards, charging also helps ensure that customers can use them and are more likely to make a purchase. Plus, mobile phone sanitizing helps keep everyone safe while shopping during the pandemic.

Equip your store for the holiday rush with PowerUp’s UVC charging locker. It has room for up to 30 devices to charge and get sanitized, so plenty of customers can use the locker at once. Guests can simply plug in their phones with the included cables while they shop. Then, when they’re ready to check out, they can grab their freshly charged and sanitized phone. Then, they’ll happily join your customer loyalty program, if they’re not already members, and use their charged devices for mobile barcode scanning.

PowerUp This Holiday Season

If you’re ready to level up your retail experience, contact us today! We’ll help match you with the right mobile charging solution for your store before the holiday rush.

Charging lockers are a mutually beneficial solution for customers and retailers alike. Busy shoppers can feel at ease knowing they don’t need to worry about a dead cell phone, and you can boost conversion rates and customer satisfaction. Most importantly, you can start seeing impressive ROI on your new unit! These are just a few of the many ways that charging lockers can benefit any retailer:

1.  Elevate Customer Experience

By placing a charging locker in your retail location, you can dramatically increase customer satisfaction. Phone charging is an amenity and a great way to go the extra mile to show your customers that you care. A space to recharge both their phones and themselves creates a relaxing, positive experience that will elevate your store’s atmosphere. Customer experience is everything, and happy customers are likely to spread the word about your store’s fantastic service and attract new clientele.

2.  Help Customers Access Digital Payment

Phones are much more than just phones these days—they’re also digital wallets. Digital coupons and mobile payment options are increasingly prevalent. If a shopper’s phone runs out of battery, they won’t be able to access their payment methods or discounts and might be less likely to make a purchase in your store.

3.  Retain Customers and Increase Revenue

While a customer waits for their phone to charge, they’re more likely to stick around in your store—and therefore more likely to make a purchase. Plus, you’ll have a higher shopper-to-buyer conversion rate since customers are less likely to get distracted and find a different place to shop. Our charging lockers also offer an opt-in phone number or email collection, a great way to follow up with shoppers and convert customers through marketing initiatives.

4.  Expand Your Advertising Horizons

Our charging towers feature a touch screen and an optional 10-in screen. Not only does this make the units highly user-friendly, but it also opens up the possibility of incorporating advertising onto your charging unit. You can feature product resources, helpful store information, or display ads. Regardless of what you select, you can be confident that it will get views from every shopper who uses the charging locker.

Pure Zone UVC Charging Lockers

Power Up’s Pure Zone UVC Charging Locker is the ideal solution for retail. Since they can stand upright and feature a slim footprint, it’s simple to set up a locker anywhere that is convenient and accessible. Each unit has 10 locker bays, and each locker bay has 3 charging cables, so plenty of customers can use it simultaneously. Customers can feel secure leaving their phones behind with multiple locking options available. We can also provide analytics on usage so that you can calculate ROI on your charging locker and start seeing the incredible results of your investment. Additionally, you can take the experience up a notch with customized branding. You can add your own logo or your sponsor’s logo directly onto the locker so that it looks and feels on-brand for your space.

Let’s Get Started

Have any questions? Ready to get started with a charging solution for your retail location? Contact us today to find out more. We look forward to meeting you!