Australia is Ikea's next test ground in online shopping strategy

June 10, 2016

Ikea's omnichannel strategy is expanding to Australia, its latest focal point for providing consumers an online shopping channel.

Retail group applauds lawmaker opposition to overtime rule

June 10, 2016

The National Retail Federation is applauding the lawmakers taking a stand against the proposed federal overtime rule advocated by the federal Department of…

Retailers will see more consumer action for Father's Day this year

June 10, 2016

A new study predicts bigger consumer spend for the annual Dad holiday this month, with a projection of $14.3 billion in purchases.

Priceline Group: We are a platform for experience

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

Maelle Gavet, executive vice president, global operations, The Priceline Group, discusses her company's strategy during a fireside chat at the Shoptalk event…

Under Armour, Luxottica share insight on immersive retail innovation

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

Under Armour and Luxottica may not seem to have much in common at first glance, given their specific retail industry focus. But the athletic performance…

Revenue drop prompts luxury fashion brand to close stores, announce layoffs

June 8, 2016

In a move to stem declining revenue, save on costs and spur sales upward fashion icon Ralph Lauren is slicing 1,000 jobs and shuttering dozens of stores.

Prevent cross contamination with new color-coded grippy cutting boards

Prevent cross contamination and enhance safety with the new Grippy Cutting Boards from FFR Merchandising.

Study: Brand loyalty programs fastest route to a millennial's heart

June 8, 2016

Loyalty programs are proving valuable with consumers and are paying off in more ways than one.

Tips, advice on inspiring innovation in the retail environment

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

One of the dynamic presentations at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit event in Dallas last week was a discussion on how to inspire and drive…

Burberry chief feels economic pain as much as UK retailer

June 8, 2016

Burberry Group, the U.K.'s top luxury goods vendor, had a bit of a rough 2015 in terms of sales and revenue and so did its top leader in terms of annual…

Online apparel retailer stitching up a data-driven customer experience

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

While online clothing retailer Stitch Fix aims to 'fix' the shortcomings inherent in traditional retail environments, it is just as focused on using art…

Uber updates driver app to boost experience

June 8, 2016

Just about six months after marking down pricing for customers in more than a few cities, Uber is updating its app with enhanced features for its drivers.

Vacation, tablet are top Father's Day wants, reveals survey

June 7, 2016

A chance to get away and relax, or a new tablet device, are the top wants when it comes to Father's Day this year.

Interactive Kiosks Draw in O2O Sales for Department Stores

Physical stores have been in head-to-head competition with online retailers for customers. To bolster the multi-channel presence, a department store chain in…

10 'Big Ideas' from ICX Summit 2016

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Take a run through this Top 10 list of some of the most thought-provoking and attention-grabbing ideas highlighted at the recent Interactive Customer…

Staples chief taking leave, veteran leader hired on as interim

June 6, 2016

Ron Sargent, current Staples CEO, is leaving the post next week after being at the retailer’s helm for 14 years.

Survey: Big disconnect between retailers, consumers in play

June 6, 2016

The physical retail store experience rates tops in terms of retailer focus but personalizing the experience is not getting as much attention. In fact, just 2…

Attention Marc Andreessen: Retail is not dying or dead. It's just changing dramatically

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

Doug Stephens respects Marc Andreesen, but the founder of Retail Prophet doesn't agree with an Andreesen declaration that retail is dying, near dead and…

Mark Cuban goodies hit the Amazon Exclusives store

June 6, 2016

The Mark Cuban Collection, boasting more than 100 products, including some from the TV show Shark Tank, is now available on Amazon.

J. Crewsing into CEO branding: What Mickey Drexler can learn from Loblaw, REI

by Bryan Pearson — President, LoyaltyOne

In his personal letter to shoppers, J. Crew CEO Mickey Drexler appears to be backing his brand promise with a personal promise. But if he wants to be a branded…