Micro markets vs traditional vending machines

by Kisha Wilson — Marketing Manager, SlabbKiosks

In many offices, micro markets are starting to pop up. They are essentially 'convenience stores at the office', that provide freshly prepared lunches, healthy…

Amazon opening physical storefront in San Diego come summer

March 8, 2016

Amazon getting second brick-and-mortar location ready to open this summer.

As CVS converts Target pharmacies, data is key to health

by Bryan Pearson — President, LoyaltyOne

As CVS/pharmacy enters the thick of converting 1,700 Target pharmacies and clinics to its own brand, it has made it evident its reward program, ExtraCare, will…

Talking With: Humm CEO Bernard Briggs on building the customer relationship

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

The customer relationship requires knowing the customer, determining their needs and what they expect.

Warmer weather doesn't put a chill on Lowe's revenue

March 4, 2016

Warmer winter temps prove lucrative for at least one retailer.

Perry Ellis taps Oracle tools for new payment options, security and better customer interaction

March 4, 2016

Fashion icon Perry Ellis is using a new retail point of service and inventory management tools to provide secure payment transaction and improved customer…

Target's strategy is all about creating a hassle-free customer experience

From all indications 2016 is going to be a busy year for Target and the prime focus will be on the consumer.

Talking With: Euclid Analytics CEO Brent Franson on Amazon’s brick-and-mortar strategy

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

Focusing on the omnichannel consumer is a must for retailers, whether they're pure-play ecommerce and looking to move into physical storefronts or vice versa.

Sports Authority closing stores, laying off workers in bankruptcy action

March 3, 2016

In a quest to reduce $1.1 billion of debt Sports Authority is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is prepping to close 140 stores and two distribution centers.

Teenage love for Hollister brand drove sales for Abercrombie & Fitch

March 2, 2016

A revamp effort that included everything from new store merchandise to clothing presentation and lighting drove better in-store sales.

Amazon debuting pickup spot at Texas university campus

March 2, 2016

Amazon expands campus pickup strategy with first Texas site. Several more nationwide in the works for this year.

5 questions CMOs must ask when "they don't show up"

by Chris Petersen — Owner, IMS

Marketers need to engage like they are throwing a party for friends.

6 paths to mobile brand awareness

Retailers need to take consumer intent into account and have a sense of immediacy in delivering information to that consumer.

SAP promotes retail veteran to global business chief role

February 29, 2016

Achim Schneider is now global head of SAP’s Retail Industry Business Unit.

Walmart customer satisfaction ranking takes a deeper dip

February 29, 2016

Walmart’s battling a bunch of challenges and can now add not satisfying customers to the list.

SlabbKiosks to display health care kiosks at HIMSS16

February 29, 2016

Kiosk manufacturer SlabbKiosks plans to showcase two of its health care kiosks at the healthcare conference HIMSS Conference & Exhibition at the Sands Expo and…

Infinite data: How the business can stand out with the crowd

Welcome to the modern world — an age in which data is infinite and we are able to collect more information than we know what to do with.

Best Buy revenue dips and trend likely to continue this year

February 26, 2016

Sluggish electronics sales will hinder Best Buy revenue in first half of the year.

Kohl's to pilot new store format, shuttering 18 underperforming locations

February 26, 2016

Retailer enjoyed a healthy seasonal sales boost but wasn't immune to weather that hurt other retailers in late 2015.

Longtime J.C. Penney leader taking leave after nearly four decades

February 26, 2016

Executive who was part of rebound strategy will leave come April