Cellfire launches coupon syndication for iPhone, Android devices

June 6, 2010

Cellfire Inc. announced the launch of QMobile Coupons, which it says is the first electronic coupon syndication platform developed for iPhone and Android…

Report shows rise in retail brand abuse online

Unauthorized use of trademarked brands hits consumers and retailers where it hurts.

Study: Grocery shoppers highly susceptible to in-store marketing

Two-thirds of consumers buy 'off list,' and 90 percent will pick up impulse items perceived to be a bargain.

Digital signage comes to the country store

by Christopher Hall — writer, self

Digital signage usually brings to mind Times Square, not the town square, but it looks like it's headed that way too.

The four types of convenience store shoppers

By understanding these different motivations, brands can better leverage true, in-the-moment behavior to trigger purchases.

Top 100: 14. Social networking and retail

Not only have people turned to social networking for connecting with old friends and business contacts, they are using it to connect to their favorite retail…

Discounting During Peak Season

by Dale Furtwengler — President, Furtwengler & Associates, P.C.

Eight insights for maximizing online coupon use

Think beyond discounts, maintain clarity and update your offers frequently in order to keep promotions fresh.

Survey: 68 percent of shoppers say promotions spur retailer visits

In-store, mailed and emailed promotions most effective at driving new traffic.

Top 100: 15. Best Buy

As small and large consumer electronics stores (e.g., Circuit City) faltered in 2008, thanks in large part to a U.S. economic downturn, retail giant Best Buy…

Clothes, gadgets, gift cards to be the major gifts this Father's Day

June 2, 2010

As the economy continues its slow rebound, Americans will spend slightly more paying homage to the most important men in their lives this Father's Day.

Sam's Club eValues program generating better-than-expected results

June 2, 2010

FICO, a leading provider of analytics and decision management technology, announced today that Sam's Club, a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., is achieving…

Madix unveils new LED lighting product for retailers

June 2, 2010

Madix Inc., manufacturer of store shelving and fixtures, today announced a new LED lighting product for retail stores. According to a press release, BEAM LED…

Top 100: 16. Pop-up shops

The store-within-a-store picked up steam in 2008. One of the largest examples was the Rock Band 2 popup store at the Virgin Megastore in Times Square. The…

Curves: Lessons in Creating a Community

by Annamaria Turano — Executive Director, MCAworks

One summer, not too long ago, I joined a 2nd gym as I was out of town most weekends.  A charming low-frills outpost of Curves. 

Target: We now have more than 40 different store designs

June 1, 2010

It is a huge departure from the template-based philosophy that, for years, has meant shoppers visiting Target stores in different cities will largely find…

P&G to use Tobii eye tracking systems

June 1, 2010

Tobii Technology Inc., provider of attention and visibility measurement technology, has announced today that Procter & Gamble, the world’s largest consumer…

Packstream seizes the 'ultimate marketing touchpoint'

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

Software company helps retailers customize their packaging with one-to-one marketing messages.

Localizing online prices drives international e-commerce sales

Most Internet usage occurs outside of North America, and localizing prices can turn international browsers into buyers.

Top 100: 17. Web 2.0

Embracing Web 2.0 has become a mantra for many retailers as they seek to gain customer loyalty from a growing legion of techsavvy shoppers. The still-emerging…