Srilanka, Oct. 5 -- Although e-commerce imposes a significant influence on modern markets, local retailing continues to be an essential part of the day-to-day life of consumers everywhere in the world.

In contrast to online retailing, physical stores offer advantages such as personal engagement of salespeople, immediate access to products, and in-person instant solutions to retail customers.

As a retail store owner, getting customers through the showroom door is essential, as foot traffic is the single most important aspect of local retail selling. However, due to online shopping and the presence of large retail chains, local retailers face sizeable challenges in attracting customers.

Regular customer visits to a retail store are a nec...