NRA releases mobile payments guide for restaurateurs

August 13, 2015

The 'guide will provide a roadmap' for restaurant owners and operators interested in implementing mobile payments into their business, NRA official says.

Say what? A Wheaties beer? Yup, and it’s called HefeWheaties

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

Breakfast food retailer delves into a new product line, just like high-end fashion retailer Lululemon. One hint: it comes with foam on top.

Big Tesla fan in line to get free Model X courtesy of unique referral contest

August 13, 2015

Bjorn Nyland, a rabid Tesla Motors' customer, says he'll offer test rides once he claims his free prize.

Major Software Update Available for Scala Enterprise

Scala announces the availability of Scala Enterprise Release 11, featuring powerful enhancements in speed and performance, focusing on the digital signage core…

SITO Mobile chief to ring market closing bell Thursday

August 12, 2015

The mobile solution provider's NASDAQ uplisting will be marked by the bell ringing event.

Mobile consumers tap different online sites for different needs

August 12, 2015

Mobile shoppers have different sites for product research and product pricing, and loyalty plays a part in mobile buying.

Staples debuts entrepreneurial product portfolio

The seven winners of the Crowd2Shelf tech innovation contest are within consumers' reach at Staples.com.

Beauty retailer hits omnichannel strategy head-on

August 12, 2015

Sephora is launching a subscription beauty box service and the move is getting applause from industry watchers.

Consumers love the personal touch in email marketing

August 12, 2015

Taking time to customize that email strategy can pay off for retailers.

Teen clothing retailer on brink of going bust

August 12, 2015

American Apparel is nearly out of options when it comes to financial solvency and has warned its shareholders of potential doom.

Protect signs in misted areas with new waterproof pouch sign holder

Protect signs in misted and high-humidity areas with FFR’s new Vinyl Pouch Sign Holder for Misted Environments.

Back-to-School: Reports reveal what’s hot, what’s not and consumer trends

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

Consumer shopping reports reveal some new trends and why consumer activity will be down a bit compared to a year ago.

Rite Aid decides to support Apple Pay, Android Pay

August 11, 2015

The pharmacy chain is the latest MCX member to to announce support for NFC-based mobile payment systems.

Beyond engagement: Top must-haves to drive customer experience forward

The customer experience doesn’t start and stop at a brand destination. It continues on social channels, where you have no control on what’s shared.

US productivity slowly creeps up

August 11, 2015

Yet economic gurus aren't jumping for joy, as a slow rebound may mean higher inflation down the road.

Business confidence headed upward but slow to grow

August 11, 2015

Business report is not hugely optimistic, but there are comforting trends ahead.

Create eye-catching produce displays with new curved serpentine shelves

Create eye-catching produce displays with FFR’s new curved Direct Hook-In Serpentine Shelves.

Apple taking a bigger bite of watch market than many expected

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

The electronics device innovator's Watch was predicted to have some impact on the traditional timepiece-making market, but the actual bite may surprise most…

Amazon preps Illinois center for retail-distribution needs

August 10, 2015

Amazon is getting ready to open the doors of a 500,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Joliet, Illinois.

Alibaba steps up retail brick-and-mortar strategy with $4.6B buy-in

August 10, 2015

Alibaba is expanding its retail reach in one large move at one large cost.