Amazon debuts prescription delivery via drone

October 27, 2023

Amazon is taking prescription drug delivery to the sky as it launches an official drone delivery service in Texas.

Decoding Gen-Z: 5 rules for retail success

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Perhaps no generation in history has been more discussed, courted and feared as Gen Z. But what makes this group of consumers tick, and how can companies…

Top consumer trends for marketers this holiday season

Kassi Socha, director analyst in the Gartner Marketing practice, shares insight on how marketers can adjust to the changing landscape in retail for not only…

PredictSpring AI POS feature aims to enhance store associate experience

October 27, 2023

PredictSpring, an omnichannel commerce and POS provider, has launched an AI-powered voice assistant for its Modern POS featuring natural language using…

Talking With: Nikki Baird, VP of strategy, Aptos

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

Nikki Baird, VP of strategy at Aptos, share her insights on this year's holiday season and how retailer's will fare given the challenges they face.

Dardanos’s Shoes launches rewards program

October 26, 2023

Family-owned footwear and accessories retailer Dardano's Shoes has launched a loyalty program called Dardano's Rewards.

Retail sales grew in September despite economic headwinds

October 26, 2023

Retail sales continued to grow in September despite consumers dealing with economic pressure, according to the National Retail Federation.

Consumer spending drives Q3 economic growth

October 26, 2023

Consumer shopping and spending played a big role in accelerating economic growth in Q3.

Lowe’s Black Friday deals launching early

October 26, 2023

Black Friday, typically the day following Thanksgiving, is taking place early at Lowe's as the home improvement retailer is launching Black Friday deals…

The Vitamin Shoppe taps Jumpmind to boost customer, associate experiences

October 26, 2023

The Vitamin Shoppe is partnering with JumpMind Inc. to modernize its in-store point-of-sale tech and unify the promotional strategy.

Examining ChatGPT benefits, risks when it comes to customer service

by Blair Strachan — Business Development Manager, Kura

The ability to personalize customer responses, to allow more productivity elsewhere in the workforce and to respond 24/7 are all benefits of using ChatGPT in…

Rising costs impacting holiday spend

October 25, 2023

As of August 27% of consumers started holiday shopping and by the end of October the figure will reach 55%, according to holiday shopping data from Jungle…

Retail theft a growing consumer concern

October 25, 2023

Retail theft activity, which has forced retailers to lock up certain items and even close stores in the past few months, is becoming a growing concern for…

Experts talk latest, greatest self-service technology

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Experts in a panel talk at this year’s Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte, North Carolina talked the evolution of self-service technology and…

Netflix launching retail destinations

October 25, 2023

Netflix plans to open retail designations next year in the U.S. offering entertainment fans experiences as well as food and merchandise.

Mandoe Media Expands its Reach with New Partnership in the US Market

Mandoe Media, a global leader in digital signage technology, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor…

The future of automation and self service

The rise of linked technologies, from 5G and upcoming 6G networks to AI and the Internet of Things, is rapidly transforming the linked destinies of automation…

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Speed, convenience rank tops with shoppers

October 24, 2023

There's been a healthy uptick when it comes to online shopping. A DoorDash survey revealed 62% of respondents are ordering consumables online more than they…

Eyewear retailer debuts interactive kiosk at India mall

October 24, 2023

Titan Eye+, an eyewear retailer in India, has introduced an interactive kiosk featuring a video of actor Ayushmann Khurrana promoting the company's products at…

How in-store retail media can help boost customer engagement

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Data from in-store retail media enable brands and retailers to better engage with customers and create more personalized promotions.