Macy's targets millennial consumers with a special shopping experience

September 25, 2015

Special shopping section will even boast a 'blow dry bar' in the near future.

DirectBuy debuts app to drive consumer website access, product sales

September 25, 2015

New mobile app features unique product recommendation service.

Creating a personal experience: First steps and the best steps

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

Experts offer up insight on what to do first in the personalization strategy and how to get started with some simple steps.

The next era of retail disruption: Experience

by Emily Carroll — Marketing Manager, Prendi Pty Ltd

Retailers must embrace the latest disruption in retail, the experience, in order to keep up with ever-growing consumer expectations — and technologies such as…

Online personal touch can prove as elusive as finding boat sneakers in the fall

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

The personal experience can be missing at even the most tenured ecommerce retailers as a search for white sneakers reveals.

The Irish are here, the Irish are here and why US retail should be worried

September 23, 2015

Primark sells retail goods very cheap, between 20 to 40 percent less than U.S. stores, and one analyst notes it's not good news the Irish company is now in…

FTC chief not too happy about Staples-Office Depot deal, claims report

September 23, 2015

Megamerger doesn't seem to have federal regulator support but final decision not due until mid October.

GE hires new marketing chief in move to be a digital brand

September 23, 2015

Corporate leadership shuffle reflects shift in marketing focus.

Displays signs from ceilings, fixtures, corrugate or pegboard with versatile new SUPERGRIP® SIGN HOLDER

Display signs from ceilings, fixtures, corrugate or pegboard with FFR’s versatile new SuperGrip® Hinged Sign Holder with Perforations.

Creating a personal experience: Misconceptions, why data is a critical element

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

The good news is that technology is making it an easier and more affordable strategy, but retailers need to have the right data. They can’t afford to push the…

ShopKeep acquires iPad and iPhone POS system provider

September 22, 2015

Ambur provides a feature-rich set of options specifically designed for full-service, quick-service and fast casual restaurants, as well as bars and food trucks.

Anti-Skid divider now available in 6" height

The popular, low-profile Anti-Skid Divider from FFR Merchandising is now available in 6” height to neatly organize taller shelved product.

Retailers not too knowledgeable about top shoppers reveals new survey

September 21, 2015

Insightful and useful information on loyal consumers is lacking, reports new study.

Kohl’s looking to hire on nearly 70K for holiday shopping rush

September 21, 2015

Seasonal workers will take roles in stores, fulfillment centers and credit operations.

Emerson takes a model approach to retail systems research and technology development

September 21, 2015

Simulated retail environment will foster greater systems and controls innovations.

Walmart hiring 60K employees for holiday season workforce

September 21, 2015

The bottom line will be a bit bigger given the minimum-wage increase put into place earlier this year.

Amazon expands delivery service in southern California

September 21, 2015

The etailer is also boosting delivery service for items purchased at local Los Angeles stores.

Holiday shopping season underway but big consumer wave hasn't hit just yet

September 18, 2015

The good news for retailers who haven’t yet geared up for the big holiday sales push is that more than half, 55 percent, won’t be anywhere near done with…

Securing the retail experience: Tips to avoid the disastrous data breach

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

Shoppers love convenience, but as one security expert relates, convenience should never be viewed as more important than data and transaction security.

Men's Wearhouse founder launching clothing rental business

September 18, 2015

Men's Wearhouse founder is more than optimistic on new tuxedo rental venture. He thinks it's a clear winner.