Red Ant
We deliver smarter stores for future focused retailers.
Red Ant is a technology partner for retailers, delivering smarter ways to drive innovation and engage customers through connected experiences. Founded in 1999, Red Ant has been part of the evolution of digital and consistently at the forefront of innovation:
- Delivering a seamless shopping experience
- Improving workforce productivity
- Solving technology challenges
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We're excited to be kicking off 2024 in New York at National Retail Federation 2024: Retail's Big Show with the Department for Business and Trade and nine other hand-picked UK retail tech providers.
Come and see us at booth 966 for a demo and find out more about how Red Ant's RetailOS app can boost sales and efficiency for your store associates - we look forward to meeting you!
08/12/2023
Each year, The Trussell Trust teams up with major supermarkets to collect food and fundraise for local foodbanks. Christmas is a particularly difficult time for those facing hardship, and this year the Trust expects to provide more than a million emergency food parcels. As part of our commitment to supporting them and the local community, a team of Ants took a shift at the Old Kent Road Tesco, giving shopping lists to customers, collecting and crating up food donations and collecting monetary donations.
Thanks to Noah Baker, Amy Fitzjohn, Lilian Ljungkvist and Joshua Macleod, and to Eugénia Page Hewitt for organising. Noah and Amy shared their thoughts about the experience:
Noah Baker: 'I always love getting out of the office and working with people in the local community. It’s a reminder that there are some amazingly generous people out there who are willing to donate to an important cause.'
Amy Fitzjohn: 'This is the second time I have been able to take part in this and I would love to do so again. It’s great to be able to get out and do our bit to help collect donations for the charity and also meet some of the local people who contribute so generously to this amazing cause.'
You can donate to the Winter appeal here - every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference: https://www.trusselltrust.org/winter/
22/03/2023
Is your retail tech in urgent need of a refresh? Red Ant has you covered. Our retail software integrates seamlessly into your existing tech to ensure your store associates have all the tools needed to provide an evolved shopping experience for both shopper and staff.
A Retail Technology of the Year winner, RetailOS is Red Ant’s retail operating system which brings essential retail apps together with your existing tools, content, and data into a single colleague hub. Our software is fully headless, meaning it can be integrated into any system. Our tech works so well that some of our clients have seen up to 200% ROI within the 1st week of launch!
Experience the future of omnichannel shopping with RetailOS today!
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We want to wish all the mums at Red Ant who miraculously juggle work and family a very Happy Mother’s Day this weekend!
Whether you are expecting, have toddlers or your kids have flown the coop, we know that being a mother can be a full-time job and we want to thank you all for everything you do at home and in the office! ❤️
17/03/2023
At Red Ant, we believe any new retail tech must be flexible enough to integrate with a retailer’s pre-existing software, whether it’s legacy or third-party.
One important reason for this is that customer data is a valuable asset, so we ensure we can integrate with clients’ CRM systems. This means that pre-established loyalty programmes can continue to function successfully, no data will be lost, and client systems can all continue to capture customer data without any difficulty.
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15/03/2023
As we near the end of the 1st quarter of 2023, Sarah Friswell has shared her thoughts on the five trends retailers should be aware of for the rest of 2023. Read her expert insights on Retail Voices today!
https://retailvoices.co.uk/2023/03/navigating-the-unchartered-territory-of-2023-retail/
Navigating the unchartered territory of 2023 retail - Retail Voices This year, we’re not expecting a normal year in retail. With less predictable peaks and troughs on the horizon for 2023, those retailers that are ready to embrace change will be the most successful. Tech-led businesses may be ahead on integrating all applications, with bricks and mortar stores wor...
14/03/2023
Knowing your customer’s wants and needs is integral to creating an in-store experience that encourages retention. Find out how Red Ant's data-integrated clienteling platform can Engage with customers, Transact with innovative PoS solutions & Elevate the in-store customer experience today!
https://www.redant.com/retailos/clienteling
10/03/2023
Choosing the right tech is integral to retail success but with so many providers how can retailers decide which one is best?
To help, we have created a list of ways how Red Ant is different to every other retail tech solution provider out there! Discover what makes us unique today!
Red Ant As Retail Solution Provider | Retail Solutions | Red Ant To help you decide on your retail solution provider, Red Ant has created a list of ways in which we are different from every other provider out there.
07/03/2023
Last week, our RetailOS core team successfully released a much anticipated new version of our app containing some exciting updates. We can't wait to roll it out to our clients soon.
Keep an eye out!
06/03/2023
We are excited to announce that Red Ant’s CEO, Sarah Friswell will attend The Retail Summit on the 14th & 15th of March at the Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai this year.
Contact us today to ensure a meeting with her to discuss how Red Ant can support your retail stores.
https://www.redant.com/retailos/request-a-demo
01/03/2023
The Smart Retail Tech Expo has been a great success so far, with some interesting conversations happening at our stand: ST283! Don’t worry if you missed us yesterday, though; we are still around today, ready to share insights on elevating your customer experiences.
Come and find us. We are looking forward to answering any questions you may have about improving your retail business.
The day has finally arrived, and our Red Ant stand is now open! If you are at the Smart Retail Tech Expo today or tomorrow, come by to discuss how our data-driven clienteling platform can level up your retail business!
Find us at stand number: ST283!
27/02/2023
We are very excited to be at the Smart Retail Tech Expo tomorrow – if you haven’t already, why not book a meeting with us or come by and see why we are nominated for the innovation award?
https://www.smartretailexpo.co.uk/exhibitors/red-ant/
24/02/2023
To celebrate LGBT history month this year, we want to pay homage to an unsung heroine of the 21st Century, Sophie Wilson. Her conceptualisation into ARM architecture is found in the microchip of most smartphones and tablets today. Her technology has ultimately helped Red Ant become as successful as it is through device-agnostic software.
Sophie Wilson’s work on the RISC processor is highly regarded as a technology-enhancing moment in STEM, not to mention how we use our phone daily. But what makes her truly remarkable is her bravery in living her authentic self by deciding to transition in 1994 despite how it may affect her standing in the STEM field.
Our clients love our tech! We’ve worked with some major retail names who all say the same thing; we know how to revamp retail!
Our tech has elevated customer experience for luxury brands in the Middle East, such as Chalhoub Group, through:
🧑 Comprehensive customer profiles with quick and easy access to all details
💖 Access to wish lists, waitlists and recommendations, as well as notes about preferences and special occasions for a truly personalised relationship
🗒️ Notifications and reminders when a customer’s item is back in stock, when it’s their birthday and other events where the personal touch makes all the difference
💬 The ability to schedule and manage in-store consultations, with full access to customer preferences and previous purchases, as well as product information and flexible payment options
Our innovative retail platform is designed to meet all your business wants and needs, allowing you to operate efficiently with both your customers’ and employees’ experience at the heart of what you do. This leads to better sales, improved employee satisfaction and streamlined operational performance.
Find out what makes Red Ant's RetailOS the key to retail success and contact us for a demo today: https://lnkd.in/gQnAVZAs
20/02/2023
Clienteling is a necessity that retailers can’t afford to miss out on anymore. Customers expect personalisation. On average, our clienteling software has seen a 35% increase in secondary purchases after implementation.
Find out how Red Ant’s fully integrated clienteling software can equip store associates with all the tools needed to deliver bespoke customer experiences wherever they are.
http://ow.ly/N3J250MU6H6
We are delighted to announce that our work with Chalhoub Group has won three prestigious MENA The Stevie Awards. Watch the video showcasing our award-winning solution below!
14/02/2023
Red Ant will be exhibiting at this year’s Smart Retail Tech Expo at the ExCel, London.
We will be found at Stand Number: ST283, where we will be showcasing our clienteling platform that helps retailers engage, transact and elevate all over the world! Come book a meeting below
https://www.smartretailexpo.co.uk/exhibitors/red-ant/
13/02/2023
Our team of dedicated engineers have been running several hackathons & workshops to integrate innovative new solutions into RetailOS. Last week, a group of us got together to explore a very exciting new possibility. Watch this space!
10/02/2023
“Hyper-personalised shopping experiences are not only the secret to making sales, but to effectively cross-sell, upsell and build brand loyalty.”
But how do brands ensure they can provide this bespoke service? Find out in Red Ant CEO Sarah Friswell’s latest article in the British Retail Consortium's The Retailer Magazine.
https://brc.cld.bz/The-Retailer-Winter-Edition-2023/10/
The Retailer Winter Edition 2023 This interactive publication is created with FlippingBook, a service for streaming PDFs online. No download, no waiting. Open and start reading right away!
08/02/2023
We are honoured to be nominated for the Innovative Product of the Year award at Smart Retail Tech Expo this year! Find out what makes out retail tech so innovative by speaking to us at stand number: ST283 from the 28th February to the 1st March at ExCel London.
https://www.smartretailexpo.co.uk/exhibitors/red-ant/
07/02/2023
We are delighted to announce that our work with Chalhoub Group has won three prestigious MENA The Stevie Awards awards this year!
We’re proud to have received such important recognition of how innovative technology coupled with a commitment to excellence can transform retail.
When discussing the awards, Chalhoub’s Technology Business Partner John McNulty said: “we look forward to our continued partnership with Red Ant and to further leveraging Connect as a key component of our omni-channel strategy”.
01/02/2023
The Middle East is a leading destination for luxury retail and provides a massive opportunity for brands to increase international sales. However, recently shopping habits have changed, so brands must adapt their retail strategy to continue to improve sales.
Discover the must-know 2023 shopping trends in the Middle East today!
https://www.redant.com/blog/luxury-uae-shopping-trends-2023
Luxury Middle East Shopping Trends | Retail Insights | Red Ant The Middle East is a great location for luxury retail. Discover the key luxury shopping trends retailers should know when operating in the UAE in 2023 today!
30/01/2023
Apps have become a vital part of modern retail but how do you make sure you’re getting the app right for your business? Find out the most important features by reading Red Ant Head of Product & Client Solutions, Noah Baker’s latest article in Retail Technology Magazine below.
https://www.retailtechnology.co.uk/news/7896/app-y--days/
27/01/2023
Despite a challenging year for us all, Red Ant still wanted to ensure we made a difference to our community in 2022. 97% of our Ants got involved in volunteering initiatives, and we couldn't be prouder!
Find out about some of the activities we did to help make a difference, from our work with The Trussell Trust to the collection of company activities we participated in for Save The Children.
25/01/2023
This month, we hosted our annual Red Ant awards for the office to show our appreciation for our employees. The awards are a great way to celebrate individual successes and start the year with some fun!
The winners were:
Funniest Ant – Jac Darby
Ray of Sunshine Ant – Lauren T
Best newcomer – Alexs Vatsiuk & Sarah-Jane Nightingale
Most improved – Ryan Wolton & Lauren Thomson
Red Ant Team of the year – The Furniture Village Team
Red Ant of the Year – Hannah Ross
Happy Lunar New Year from all of us at Ant!
16/01/2023
When it comes to customer experience, luxury retailers tend to be ahead of the game. Read Dan Hartveld’s article that discusses the importance of personalised customer experience, and what others can learn from luxury retailers when it comes to clienteling and VIP service.
http://ow.ly/39So50KIX5Y
13/01/2023
At Red Ant, we believe collaboration is the right way to work. We have our own agile process when it comes to implementing our tech for clients and it all begins by understanding your overall business vision.
By discussing what solution you are looking for, as well as what you already have, we can determine the right course of action in providing innovative tech that works with and evolves pre-existing systems. The end result is tech that keeps you are the forefront of retail evolution!
https://www.redant.com/retailos/process/
Red Ant’s retail tech is headless and agnostic, so it can easily integrate with client systems without hassle. This means the choice of providers that can be used in conjunction with our software is virtually limitless!
Our tech originally comes with pre-integrations for over 60 leading partners, including eCommerce, CRM, payments and analytics but we can integrate with others if needed.
Our Story
Leading retailers and lifestyle brands use Red Ant's cloud-based digital store platform to maximise sales, deliver exceptional customer service and drive operational performance. From clienteling and endless aisles to click & collect and personal shopping, our platform empowers store colleagues with the tools they need to help customers shop how, when and where they want to.
Our platform brings together best of breed partners and uses the latest technology stack with microservices, IoT and machine learning to deliver innovation and a fully-orchestrated, truly connected store experience.
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