Microsoft* publicly releases Windows® 10 on July 29, but participants in the Intel® Retail Edge Program can get a sneak preview on July 22. Retail sales managers and retail sales representatives can watch the special Webcast, Perfect 10, to learn about Windows® 10 and the new devices powered by Intel® processors that will run this new operating system.

Members of the Intel® Retail Program have the opportunity to earn Chips-the currency of the Program. Retail sales reps and managers can earn up to 10,000 Chips by registering for the Webcast and participating in three Chip earning activities during the Webcast. 

Posted: 7/20/15

As a retail manager, an important part of your job is sales training. By better understanding Millennials, you can develop a retail sales team capable of creating successful interactions with this burgeoning customer base.

It’s even likely that some of your retail sales reps are part of this demographic. If so, ask for feedback about their personal shopping and buying preferences and seek their input on ideas to create better shopping experiences for Millennial customers.

Posted: 7/15/15

Wearable technology is no longer relegated to science fiction. Wearables are impacting the way we live, work, and play and the continued emergence of this technology is forecast to produce record retails sales for the foreseeable future.

Retail sales managers and retail sales representatives need to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest in wearables. Those who do will have the advantage when it comes to more sales and better customer experiences.

Posted: 7/8/15

Retail store managers are taking part in the Score with Intel® Core™ competition to help K-12 schools in their local communities receive a $25,000 technology donation. This year’s competition began June 15 and runs through August 17. 

Presented by the Intel® Retail Edge Program, the annual competition benefits retail stores and their local communities by increasing retail sales representative knowledge of Intel® products while helping local schools win up to $25,000.

Posted: 6/30/15

As a retail sales manager, you’re much more than a resource for your sales professionals when they have an issue that needs attention. In fact, today’s manager wears more hats than ever. You’re an expert trainer, a scheduling guru, and a great coach that always puts your team in a position to win. Here are five tips to help increase your effectiveness as a sales manager and elevate your team’s overall success.

Posted: 6/19/15

It’s that time again of year when retail store managers nominate local K-12 schools to receive a $25,000 technology donation and introduce their retail sales professionals (RSPs) to a fun, competitive way to learn about the latest Intel® products and technologies. This year, the competition theme is Elevate to Great and runs from June 15 through August 17. By participating, your RSPs could win amazing new devices powered by Intel, gear, accessories, and more. 

Posted: 6/17/15

Graduation gifts can make a significant impact on your sales as customers look for the perfect device to benefit a high school or college graduate. Because devices are offered in a range of price points, your sales team can recommend options to a broader audience and have more opportunities to convert browsers into customers.

Posted: 6/5/15

Retail sales is among the most competitive types of work environments. There is competition among brands, among retailers, among stores in the same retail chain, and among employees who strive to stand out from the rest of their coworkers.

This competition requires a conscious and dedicated effort on the part of management to create a cohesive team environment. When coworkers work as a team, everybody wins—including the customer.

Posted: 5/28/15

Customers wanting more powerful technology for work or entertainment can benefit from the freedom of productivity provided by the Intel® Compute Stick. Learn more about this powerful little device can provide the power and mobility your customers need.

Posted: 5/12/15

Sign up to attend the special video event beginning May 20, 2015 for a chance to learn about the latest developments in Intel® product technology. Watching the video also offers participants opportunities to earn prizes and Chips. The Intel® Retail Edge Program provides retail sales representatives and management-level personnel meaningful and fun ways to learn about the latest Intel® products and technologies.

Posted: 5/4/15