Organizers cancel CETW 2013 Vegas show, focus solely on NYC

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Growing the NYC show will be the priority of CETW organizers in 2013.

Minnie Mouse does the catwalk at Barneys NY (Video)

by Christopher Hall — writer, self

Barneys flagship store in NYC installs an eye-catching electronic window display for the holiday shopping season.

Commentary: Using digital engagements to connect with today's shoppers

A CETW panel discussed making use of technology and DOOH throughout the retail purchase process.

MCX's perspective: What merchants want from mobile commerce

Walmart, Target, CVS, Lowe's, Best Buy … why are so many merchants lining up to commit to MCX?

CETW12: The power of social media done right

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

Citibank executive Frank Eliason explains the pitfalls and benefits of social media.

How showrooming may hurt holiday retail sales

If every holiday season has a scrooge, then this year for retailers, it's showrooming.

CETW12: NFC will sweep away QR codes

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Panelists discussed how NFC will change the shopping experience.

CETW12: Show must go on, despite snow, sleet, Sandy

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The show's Mobile Engagement Zone is bigger than ever despite the unpredictable weather.

Are your QR codes gathering dust?

Retailers need to use QR codes to deliver something of value to consumers.

CETW12: 5 Things to look for at CETW NYC

by Christopher Hall — w, t

CETW in New York City is set to open; here's what to look for this year.

Price-matching becomes retail holiday strategy

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

With showrooming abounding, retailers look to match prices of online competitors. Is that a good idea?

Olympics not a win for Redbox

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

A lack of new releases for Redbox and high Olympic viewership led to a stagnant Q3.

Retail, restaurants drive big business with loyalty programs

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Loyalty programs offer a way to build relationships with customers, and gather mission critical insight into their behavior.

A Starbucks pop-up serves latte lessons in Japan

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

More than 20,000 customers poured in during the pop-up's short stay.

Smart signage, smart phones and smart retailing (Commentary)

A longtime digital signage pro takes a look at how smart signs and smartphones work together to make for smart retail.

Coinstar: Rubi and Redbox Tickets a benefit to retailers

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

If the company's predictions are correct, coffee and tickets will drive foot traffic to stores.

RCE Podcast episode 12: How Walmart same-day delivery might impact retail

Walmart announced this week that it is testing same-day delivery in a few select markets. Will this be truly disruptive to other retailers, or is it just a…

What every retailer must know about Gen Y, part 2

Thrift is the new shopping; they call it thrifting. In this way, Millennials resemble their grandparents' Silent Generation.

Augmented reality: A growing force in retail

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

From cereal boxes to lingerie, augmented reality is cementing its place in retail.

Merchant Customer Exchange adds new merchants

by James Wester — Editor 1, Mobile Payments Today

Among the new group of merchants joining MCX are Gap, Dillard's, Bed Bath & Beyond and Dunkin' Brands.