Shipping, economy woes playing part in consumer holiday shopping

November 15, 2021

The current shipping issues and economic issues, such as inflation, are likely going to play a role in how consumers shop and celebrate the upcoming holiday.

3 things consumers want from retailers

November 15, 2021

Consumers want more than general loyalty programs, enjoy shopping at one-stop destinations and love brands that offer an easy return process.

Pet Supplies expects 100 franchise deals this year

November 15, 2021

Pet Supplies Plus aims to sign 100 franchise agreements by year's end and has jumped up 22 spots in a top 400 ranking of biggest U.S. franchise systems.

NEXCOM Moves Drive-thru Engagement Forward with New Outdoor Processing Technology for Today’s Smart Cities

The NDiS B360 is designed to lift external visual marketing experiences to new heights. Its fanless design and wide temperature feature fit outdoor…

3 best practices for retailers expanding from online to in-store

by Mike Webster

The good news in retail is physical store expansion plans continue to outpace closures. Here are tips for success as retailers adjust to the real world.

Philips video walls part of innovative retail store in Warsaw

November 12, 2021

PPDS, an AV, digital signage and professional TV solutions provider, is showcasing its 4K Philips X-Line videowall displays at the Modivo store in Warsaw…

Walmart, Gatik team on self-driving delivery approach

November 12, 2021

Walmart is partnering with Gatik, an autonomous vehicle startup, in a quest to use self-driving box trucks as an online order delivery approach.

Pandemic purchases now a regret for many consumers

November 12, 2021

Buyers' remorse is hitting consumers who made some regretful purchases during the pandemic's heyday.

Amazon checkout will offer Venmo option next year

November 11, 2021

Come 2022 Amazon customers will have the option to check out using Venmo, according to a PayPal press release.

Macy’s ups hourly wage, education benefit to lure job seekers

November 11, 2021

Macy's is upping its minimum wage to $15 by Spring, 2022 and is establishing an educational benefit that will pay full tuition, books and fees all in a quest…

PetSmart teams with Afterpay on payment options

November 10, 2021

PetSmart is partnering with Afterpay, a payments provider, to give customers flexible payment options when shopping online and in-store.

Buddy’s Home Furnishing refranchising company stores

November 10, 2021

Buddy's Home Furnishing has signed a deal with bebe stores inc., a multi-unit franchise group, to re-franchise eight company-owned stores located between…

Kenneth Cole moves online store to new platform

November 10, 2021

High end luxury retailer Kenneth Cole is swapping out a legacy commerce cloud software to put its online store on Nogin's Commerce-as-a-Service platform.

Amazon, Starbucks mulling cashierless store?

November 9, 2021

Amazon and Starbucks have reportedly discussed a co-branded, cashierless coffee shop, expanding on Amazon Go's "just walk out" technology, according to an…

Ace Hardware goes Thanksgrilling in customer service strategy

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

Ace Hardware is going all out in stores this Thanksgiving to help customers not only find the right grill equipment but also chef tips on making the feast a…

One third of retailers confident about growth ahead

November 9, 2021

Just a little over one third, 37%, of retailers are confident their companies will grow in the next 12 months though recovery from the ongoing COVID-1…

Kroger expanding robot fleet for order picking

November 9, 2021

Kroger is so happy with how robots have helped order picking at a Florida warehouse the grocer is planning to double down on the investment.

Consumers spending big this holiday season

November 9, 2021

If one industry prediction proves true, consumers will be back to holiday spending per 2019 activity as this year's holiday spend is projected to spike 15…

Reimagining retail holiday displays via digital signage

As we gear up for winter, there’s still no clear signs that point to how our second holiday season of the pandemic will function. As marketers and business…

Checkout platform Fast tackles cart abandonment with this one-two punch

The answer to your online store's biggest pain point is literally one click away.