Inside brick-and-mortar stores, many customers use their personal smartphones to locate items, compare prices, read product reviews and even find alternative store locations — all from on the sales floor. A PYMNTS study found that about half (48 percent) of people who have smartphones use them to help with in-store shopping. Retail associates are following suit, now equipped with the same level of technology and product knowledge. Mobile devices like the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro allow associates to help customers quickly and efficiently, improving their overall shopping experience. Associates are alerted when shoppers enter the store so they can greet them in a timely manner. Price checks can be completed at the point of decision instead of migrating to a stationary terminal. And if an item is out of stock on-site, an associate can help the customer find the item at another location.