Retail associates worried about AI and job security

March 16, 2023

Nearly half, 43%, of U.S. retail workers are worried about artificial intelligence making their job redundant.

Lessons from Nike’s Consumer Direct Acceleration program

by Susan Jeffers — CEO, XY Retail

Valuable insight on how Nike is driving its direct-to-consumer business and how other retailers can learn from the approach.

Many retail associates dealing with angry customers

March 16, 2023

Over half, 68.5%, of retail workers regularly deal with angry or frustrated customers and one in five deal with unhappy customers each day.

1U Network Appliance Supports Up to 16 GbE Ports

IBASE Technology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of embedded computing and networking solutions, today announced a 1U Enterprise Network Appliance…

Couche-Tard acquiring Big Red Stores

March 15, 2023

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., a convenience and fuel retailer, is acquiring 45 fuel and retail sites from Big Red Stores, founded in 1997 by Doug and David…

Target targeting differentiated guest shopping experience

March 15, 2023

This year Target is making investments to boost growth and provide customers with a differentiated guest experience. It aims to deliver "affordable joy" and a…

US B2C e-commerce poised for robust growth

March 15, 2023

The U.S. B2C e-commerce market will grow by $233.66 billion by 2027 with an annual growth rate of 8.12%.

SVB, Signature Bank collapse raises questions

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The collapses of SVB and Signature Bank have raised questions about the economy, the banking system, cryptocurrency and how banks should respond.

Why brands must double down on omnichannel marketing

by Sai Koppala

2023 looks to be the year that marketers must prioritize versatility above all else

Bolt teams with Casper Sleep for one-click checkout

March 14, 2023

Casper Sleep Inc. is launching the one-click checkout experience technology from Bolt in a quest to provide customers with a more seamless checkout experience.

Pet Supplies Plus expands with Loyal Companion Pet stores strategy

March 14, 2023

Pet Supplies Plus has acquired 20 Loyal Companion Pet Stores from its parent company in its quest to boost its presence in the northeastern U.S.

IBASE Wins Best in Show Award at Embedded World 2023

IBASE Technology Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of embedded computing solutions, announced that its SI-624-AI Industrial AI Computer has won Embedded…

Home Depot debuts virtual kids workshops on Roblox

March 13, 2023

The Home Depot has launched a Virtual Kids Workshop experience on Roblox's Redcliff City.

Istanbul airport ranks as tops in global mega-airport customer experience

March 13, 2023

The Istanbul Airport has been deemed the best in customer experience when it comes to ranking the world's best airport CX.

Consumer appetite for luxury still going strong

March 13, 2023

Consumers plan to keep spending on luxury in the next three months, with 62% expecting to spend the same or more compared to the last three months.

Des Moines citizens group calls on Hy-Vee to add cashiers

March 10, 2023

A group of citizens has formed to monitor checkout performance at the Hy-Vee supermarket on Fleur Drive in Des Moines, according to an axios.com report.

Buff City Soap names experienced franchisee as CEO

March 9, 2023

Plant-based home and personal care brand Buff City Soap has named Dorvin Lively as CEO.

Retail sales in-store, online up in February

March 9, 2023

Retail sales in the U.S. in February were up 6.9% compared to a year ago, according to a Mastercard SpendingPulse report that measures in-store and online…

Top CX mistakes brands need to remedy now

by Yaron Morgenstern — CEO, Gassbox

The customer experience is more important than ever so brands must keep these problem areas top of mind.

Police find skimming devices on 7-Eleven ATMs

March 8, 2023

Police in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, recently discovered ATMs with skimming devices installed at two 7-Elevens, one in Norristown and the other in…