MRI Software Announces Acquisition of Springboard, a Leading Provider of Retail Shopper Traffic Counting and AI-Powered Analytics
Acquisition will enable retailers and destinations to optimize operations via real-time data and actionable insights
Solon, Ohio 鈥� October 3, 2022 鈥� MRI Software, a global leader in real estate software solutions, today announced the acquisition of UK-based , a leading provider of shopper traffic counting and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered analytics to retailers, landlords, and government bodies. In acquiring Springboard, MRI will expand its MRI @Work鈩� for Retail solutions suite, which currently serves more than 500 retailers and retail property owners and operators globally.
Leveraging plug-and-play software, existing camera networks, and proprietary AI-powered algorithms, the SpringboardTM solution provides real-time data and actionable insights, enabling retail stakeholders to optimize operations and improve outcomes for both individual retail locations and retail destinations. The solution continuously measures visitor activity, capturing anonymized demographic and sentiment information while identifying behavior patterns 鈥� such as movement and dwell time 鈥� and presents this information via a comprehensive, easy-to-use reporting platform.
鈥淪pringboard is an exciting addition to the MRI family that will bolster our retail and smart data offerings and provide clients with deeper insights to guide their business decisions,鈥� says Patrick Ghilani, Chief Executive Officer of MRI Software. 鈥淚n light of post-pandemic shifts in the retail landscape, the adoption of in-store technology has become increasingly critical, and physical locations are playing a more prominent role in a redefined shopper and guest experience. Springboard鈥檚 intelligent, actionable data enables retail stakeholders to increase shopper traffic and engagement, improve capture and conversation rates, and, ultimately, level the analytical playing field between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar.鈥�
Founded in 2002, Springboard holds the industry鈥檚 largest and most comprehensive data set on shopper traffic. Serving more than 450 clients across 3,000-plus sites, the company is trusted by global media outlets, brands, and governing bodies for the accuracy of its data, quality of reporting, and retail insights.
鈥淥ur clients will benefit tremendously from Springboard joining an organization of MRI鈥檚 global scale and broad solution portfolio, and we look forward to bringing our solutions to their dynamic client community,鈥� says Steve Booth, Chief Executive Officer of Springboard. 鈥淪hopper traffic is a huge predictor of business performance, and precise data ultimately helps businesses make faster, more informed decisions that optimize store operations and generate more revenue. 乐竞体育全站 look forward to continued innovation in collaboration with the MRI team.鈥�
Springboard will continue to serve its clients without interruption.
About MRI Software
MRI Software is a leading provider of real estate software solutions that transform the way communities live, work and play. MRI鈥檚 open and connected, AI-first platform empowers owners, operators and occupiers in commercial and residential property organizations to innovate in rapidly changing markets. MRI has been a trailblazer in the PropTech industry for over five decades, serving more than two million users worldwide. Through innovative solutions and a rich partner ecosystem, MRI gives real estate companies the freedom to realize their vision of building thriving communities and stronger businesses. For more information, please visit mrisoftware.com.
About Springboard
Springboard is the leading provider of insights on bricks and mortar retail activity, tracking and forecasting shopper traffic and delivering performance metrics across retail destinations since 2002. Springboard has the most comprehensive shopper traffic data using the latest generation automated technology. Globally, Springboard records over 600 million shopper traffic counts per week at 6,637 counting points in 3,350 shopping locations. Springboard partners with leading brands across the world and is relied upon by global media and government bodies. For more information, please visit .
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