Census retail sales reveal healthy consumer

June 26, 2024

The growth in retail sales in May reveals a "reasonably healthy consumer," according to National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz despite the…

Consumers willing to spend despite smaller jobs, wage gains

June 14, 2024

Consumers are still willing to spend despite smaller job and wage gains and high interest rates, according to the National Retail Federation.

Father’s Day spent to hit $22.4B

June 14, 2024

Father's Day spending is projected to hit $22.4 billion this year, according to a survey from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights &…

April retail sales reflect selective purchasing

May 16, 2024

Retail sales were moderated in April, reflecting that pace of spending is due to consumers being selective, according to the National Retail Federation.

Retail sales grew in March

April 18, 2024

Retail sales continued to increase in March, according to U.S. Census Bureau data, driven by tax refunds and job growth.

Economy sturdy despite slow growth forecast

April 10, 2024

Despite predictions for slower growth in retail sales the economy remains sturdy, according to the National Retail Federation, and should continue to do well…

Exploring Pivotree's Warehouse Management Solution

A look at Pivotree's Warehouse Management Solution.

Consumers still engaged, claims Census data

February 28, 2024

While retail sales chilled a bit in January, households continue to spend, according to U.S. Census Bureau, and that data reveals consumers are "still engaged."

The benefits of Hughes managed network services for retailers

Carl Udler of Hughes talks to Retail Customer Experience editor Judy Mottl about how Hughes helps retailers solve and prevent network connectivity problems…

Partner Tech USA CEO shares customer engagement philosophy

Sandra Hsia, CEO of Partner Tech USA, shares insight on the company’s customer engagement strategy, its holographic touch innovation and its AI-based powered…

Bluefin chief talks customer-centric strategy, retail product offerings

Frank Pisano, CEO at Bluefin, a longtime digital signage veteran, shares insight on his first year at the helm, Bluefin’s customer-built strategy and the…

Pivotree exec shares insights on frictionless commerce for retail

Pivotree’s Sean Daley talks to Retail Customer Experience editor Judy Mottl about their frictionless commerce solutions and how they allow retailers to deliver…

Star Micronics answers rising business demand for label printers

John Maieli of Star Micronics demonstrates key features of their newest label printing solutions for retail and hospitality.

Presented by Star Micronics America

Elo reveals three new products for retailers

Luke Wilwerding of Elo Touch Solutions shows off the company’s newest touchscreen and payment terminal solutions for retail.

Presented by Elo Touch Solutions, Inc.

How QSR’s benefit from Givex’s unified hospitality operating system

Givex’s Richard Bernans talks about their fully integrated and interoperable solutions for restaurants that include point-of-sale, self-ordering kiosks and…

Givex kiosk helps restaurants improve operational efficiency and customer experience

Richard Bernans, managing director at Givex, demonstrates the company’s enterprise kiosk solutions for restaurant operators.

Returns posing big challenge for retailers

January 30, 2024

More then half, 69%, of retailers and brands view product returns as a significant business challenge.

Signifi's Michael Harrison talks with Retail Customer Experience Editor, Judy Mottl

Michael Harrison, vice president of strategic accounts and a managing partner with Signifi Solutions, spoke with Judy Mottl, editor of Retail Customer…

Retail returns hits $743B in 2023

January 3, 2024

Total retail returns in 2023 hit $743 billion, according to a National Retail Federation and Appriss Retail report.

Holiday sales will hit NRF expectations

December 18, 2023

The U.S. Census Bureau's November results indicate that holiday retail sales predictions from the National Retail Federation will likely hit the mark.