The retail consumer in 2020: Older, a bit frugal yet mostly optimistic

October 7, 2015

The retail consumer will most likely be female, older, living in a smaller household than today and likely living on their own come 2020.

Report: Small business owners not concerned with competing with national brands

October 6, 2015

The top concerns for merchants are competing small businesses, changing EMV requirements as well as the overall state of the economy and how it will impact…

Display prepared foods in clear rain-collection bowls/trays for maximum appeal

Display prepared foods with the appeal of glass and durability of plastic with FFR Merchandising’s new Rain Collection Bowls and Platters.

Why technology collaboration, integration are key for online retail success

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

There's robust growth predicted for the holiday online retail season but capitalizing isn't a sure thing. An expert offers up insight on what retailers need to…

5 'don’ts' and 1 ‘do’ for making the customer experience rich and robust

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

Simple, common sense strategies in communicating with shoppers can prove rewarding for businesses and consumers.

Denver Airport home to flagship Time Travel fashion retail location

October 5, 2015

Travelers have a new retail experience while waiting for a flight.

Mounting losses prompt bankruptcy filing by American Apparel

October 5, 2015

Retailer will keep operating while restructuring debt.

BCR group taps veteran for experience director role

October 5, 2015

Role will focus on integrating business strategy with customer experience.

Discount retailer taps longtime supermarket leader for CEO role

October 5, 2015

Kroger, Proctor & Gamble veteran will take the helm.

Brookstone launching digital signage 'Lift and Learn' product displays in mall stores

October 2, 2015

Brookstone, the retail chain specializing in new technologies and smart lifestyle products, is introducing dynamic digital retail displays at its Pheasant Lane…

Twitter rolls out 'Buy Now' button

October 2, 2015

Adidas, Best Buy, and PacSun are among the first retailers to use the feature.

Microsoft prepping for NY, Australia retail store grand openings

October 2, 2015

Microsoft will debut two new brick-and-mortar retail stores in the next two months, launching a flagship New York City location and a Sydney, Australia, store.

Study: Consumer loyalty is a pretty fickle thing

October 2, 2015

Consumers will jump ship for better security, convenient payment options and alluring discounts.

GameStop kicks off holiday layaway program

October 2, 2015

The global game retailer GameStop is launching its holiday layaway program and promising to boast the most popular products for consumers.

Brace yourselves: EMV is here

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

The liability shift hits Oct. 1, but there's still a lot of work to be done to get consumers and merchants ready for a new payments environment.

From baby shoes to custom shoes in supply chain reliability

by Tom Redd — Global Vice President, Strategic Communications SAP, SAP

Our version of the supply chain today has become much more complex. Along with this complexity, the role of supply chain management (SCM) has increased in…

Epicor rolls out new inventory, donations features in product upgrade

October 1, 2015

New features range from business analytics to charitable donation capabilities.

More than a few retailers playing catch-up in EMV card compliance

October 1, 2015

While the big retailers are compliant with the EMV credit card chip mandate hitting today, many retailers are playing catch-up, a new study reveals.

Pop-ups: From temporary to trendsetting.

by Ethan Whitehill — CEO, two west inc

Brands are using pop-ups to create eye-catching and exclusive encounters that shake up their customers’ routines and create buzz.

Retailers share smartphone apps they find invaluable

September 30, 2015

A good work-life balance is key when you're a retail business owner. Find out which apps are helping retailers with that goal.