Wayfair expands workforce cuts

January 26, 2023

Wayfair will now slash nearly 20% of its workforce in an effort to trim costs.

3 ways to build brand loyalty through e-commerce

by Randy Mercer — VP, Global Products, 1WorldSync

Knowing they can expect a satisfying experience, return customers make purchases 90% more than new customers. Here's how to boost the community of return…

H&M store debuts hologram display

January 26, 2023

H&M has installed a Proto hologram display in its Williamsburg store, in Brooklyn, New York, as part of the H&M Move concept. The concept combines a…

Ulta Beauty appoints ex Samsung leader as CMO

January 25, 2023

Ulta Beauty has tapped Michelle Crossan-Matos as its chief marketing officer.

Walmart boosting hourly pay

January 25, 2023

Walmart is increasing its U.S. hourly wage, from $12 an hour to $14.

Big spend projected for Valentine’s Day

January 25, 2023

Consumers will be showing big love come Valentine's Day as they're expected to spend nearly $25.9 billion, a hefty increase from $23.9 billion in 2022…

Innovation on display: New parameters for consumer engagement

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

While exhibits were organized by product and technology categories, self-service technology exhibits emerged throughout the show floors.

Batteries Plus embarks on a digital transformation

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

The omnichannel retailer is reinventing its online platform to boost e-commerce operations while ensuring a personalized customer experience both on its…

Saks Fifth Avenue flagship may be home to casino

January 24, 2023

Those shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue, in Manhattan, New York, may also be able to do a bit of gambling in the future if plans for a casino development prove…

Neiman Marcus names chief brand, retail officers

January 24, 2023

Nabil Aliffi has been named as chief brand officer and Stefanie Tsen Ward has been promoted to chief retail officer at Neiman Marcus Group.

Marketing in the new age of retail: What to expect in 2023

by Ron Hay — Associate Director, Retail, Movable Ink

Shopping in 2023 requires more intention from brands.

Consumers pulled back spend in holiday season

January 24, 2023

Shoppers in the U.S. reduced retail spend at the pinnacle of the holiday season, and retail sales dipped 1.1%, according to Commerce Department data.

Palmer Digital helps restaurants, retail stores lean into digital signage

January 23, 2023

Palmer Digital Group, a supplier and installer of kiosks, displays and drive-thru digital menu boards, has launched its QSRWD55 line of store displays to help…

Bankruptcy ahead for Party City

January 23, 2023

Beleaguered party supply chain Party City has filed for bankruptcy but a financing deal will keep stores open and running.

Technology driving frictionless retail to new level

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A panel of shopping technology providers presented innovations that eliminate customer friction during the recent CES show in Las Vegas.

Financial stress impacting consumers

January 23, 2023

More than half of Americans, 55%, had financial challenges in 2022 compared to 37% in 2021, according to KeyBank's 2023 Financial Mobility Survey. In addition…

Diebold Nixdorf SeeChange team on machine learning for self checkout

January 23, 2023

Diebold Nixdorf Inc., a designer of retail consumer and staff journeys, has teamed with SeeChange Technologies, a provider of retail-focused computer vision AI…

Chatmeter Again Recognized as Industry Leader in Winter 2023 G2 Reports

Chatmeter, the leader in online reputation and local search marketing management, has announced that it has received top recognition in multiple G2 2023 Winter…

GrabScanGo taps MagTek tech for hotel lobby markets

January 20, 2023

GrabScanGo, a provider of managed lobby markets for hotels, has teamed with MagTek, a supplier of payment technology, to introduce the DynaFlex Kiosk for its…

Why retailers need a game play for automated retail

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As consumers become familiar with self service, retailers must rely on their employees to educate customers.