Kagan: Tech titans in retail and why it's time to make shopping fun

by Jeff KAGAN — Wireless Analyst, Telecom Industry Analyst

Jeff Kagan explains why every retailer should be noticing what some big tech titans are doing with retail and re-think and improve the experience for shoppers.

Too many choices blocking purchase activity, reveals report

April 5, 2019

Digital consumers are being provided too many product options and the overload is stopping 46% from completing a purchase.

AI spend to hit $35.8B this year led by retail industry

April 5, 2019

Worldwide spend on artificial intelligence systems will hit $35.8 billion this year, reflecting a 44% jump over 2018 spend, according to an IDC report.

Moltin launches self-checkout tech for retail, pop-up events

April 5, 2019

Moltin, a digital commerce developer, is debuting a self-checkout technology that will allow retailers to operate their own 'Amazon Go' environment at pop-up…

Retail closing, cashierless, Target strategy top most-read list in March

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

The most popular news on Retail Customer Experience in March ranged from a retail brand closing to what Target's doing with fulfillment to the new retail model…

How retailers can take advantage of an economic slowdown

by Tom Schoen — President, BTM Global

BTM Global CEO Tom Schoen explains why an economic slowdown isn't always a bad thing. In fact it offers time to look at solutions or changes that make your…

Hughes Named "Top Performer" in 2019 SD-WAN Customer Success Report

FeaturedCustomers platform recognizes outstanding customer satisfaction with HughesON Managed SD-WAN

Carnival Cruise launches artsy, crafty guest experience

April 4, 2019

Those who may tire of scenic views on Carnival Cruise Line excursions now have another experience to try as the cruise operator is partnering with arts and…

Amazon curates special e-storefront for Coachella festival

April 4, 2019

Those heading to the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival have a special curated shopping site to get all the items they may need for the event…

Grocery chain denies it's home to a ghostly customer experience

April 4, 2019

Market Basket, a supermarket chain in Massachusetts, is denying there's a ghost roaming the aisles of its Wilmington store.

Retail isn't dead. It's changing

Kiran Smith, CEO of Arnold, shares insight on while some signs may indicate retail is on the decline, it's not at all. Consumer preferences are changing, but…

Footwear retailer expands nail salon strategy across five locations

April 3, 2019

North American footwear designer and retailer DSW is expanding its partnership with W Nail Bar to develop nail salons to five retail locations in Texas…

Customer satisfaction with retail takes a dip

April 3, 2019

Customers' satisfaction with retailers remains on the decline, with a second consecutive dip on the American Customer Satisfaction Index report for 2018-2019.

How Orvis transformed beyond fishing equipment to an outdoor adventure brand

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Under the leadership of its director of user experience, Orvis revamped its creative and marketing teams, clarified brand identity and strengthened operations.

Is simplicity the winning recipe in the grocery wars race?

Joanna Komvopoulos, senior brand strategist at Siegel+Gale, shares insight on how retailers are winning through simple pricing strategies, intuitive in-store…

Office Depot, Alibaba join forces on co-branded e-commerce site

April 2, 2019

In an effort to stem competition from Amazon.com, Office Depot is teaming up with Alibaba on an e-commerce effort aimed at the small and medium size business…

Canadian fashion retailer taps Sensormatic Solutions for loss prevention strategy

April 2, 2019

Ardene, a Canada-based fast-fashion retailer, is teaming up with Sensormatic Solutions to boost its loss prevention strategy as it grows internationally.

Research: Consumers more comfortable dealing with customer service robots

April 2, 2019

Over half of consumers are comfortable interacting with a customer service robot on the phone, according to Aspect Software research that surveyed 2,00…

Why retailers must reinforce data security to build customer trust

Sean Ventura, chief information security officer at Atmosera, explains that by locking down systems, adopting new technology and determining a plan of response…

Job scheduling, poor communication playing into retail staff turnover

April 1, 2019

More than half of retail hourly employees cite poor communication and scheduling issues as the prime reason they leave a role and said their current role…