How self-service operators win by automating through curation

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Josh Rosenberg, founder of Forward Thinkers, outlines challenges the self-service and automation industry and what operators need to do to overcome those challenges during a keynote at the 2025 Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show.

Your digital marketing strategy is only as good as your worst touchpoint

by Jean-Christophe Pitié — Chief Marketing Officer & Chief Partner Officer, Contentsquare

With customer acquisition costs increasing and competition more intense, a digital marketing strategy's success hinges on the strength of its weakest touch point.

Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy

Eddie Bauer, a retail sportswear company, has filed for bankruptcy driven by a shift in consumer preferences.

Newland AIDC North America CEO talks scanning innovations

Newland AIDC North America CEO Roy Chen shares insight on the company's wide range of scanners -- from mounted to kiosks to handhelds and wearables.

Retail Payments

It's all about the money, and retailers that make it easy for their customers to pay for products and services increase their chances of making the sale. Payment technology is constantly evolving, too, meaning that retailers need to keep both themselves and their in-store systems up-to-date.