Aldi footprint expanding nationwide

June 7, 2023

Supermarket Aldi plans to launch 120 stores this year, bringing its nationwide footprint to more than 2,400 locations by year's end.

The changing retail landscape driving demand for convenience services

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As technology improves and new retail locations emerge, so do opportunities for convenience retail services in environments that have not traditionally offered…

BJ’s opening 1st club in Tennessee

June 6, 2023

BJ's Wholesale Club will open its first location in Tennessee on June 14.

Gen Z consumer all about groceries, embracing online deliveries

June 6, 2023

The younger Gen Z consumer, those 18 to 20 years old, most likely use their own money for dining, apparel and groceries and, as they become older, groceries…

Why customer service needs to embrace new working models

by Roger Beadle — CEO, Limitless

Reasons why retailers should be embracing Gig Customer for Service, a flexible-by-design-model that utilizes gig workers across the world.

Neiman Marcus unveils corporate hub in Dallas

June 5, 2023

Neiman Marcus Group is debuting its corporate Dallas Hub which the retailer said is its next step in the "Make Life Extraordinary" for retail associates.

Walmart tweaks packaging, fulfillment process to reduce waste

June 5, 2023

Walmart customers picking up items at curbside, or through home delivery, will see a change when it comes to product packaging.

China grocer installs self-checkout kiosks

June 5, 2023

Metro, a China-based supermarket, has introduced Telpo self-service kiosks in its stores, according to a press release.

Fashion retailer teams with imageHolders on kiosks

June 2, 2023

New Look, a U.K.-based fashion retailer with 700 stores across Europe and Asia, recently teamed with imageHolders to install self-order kiosks at its flagship…

How can AI transform the retail customer experience?

AI has been helping businesses deliver the best service for their customers, meanwhile, helping said customers build closer relationships with their favorite…

Bombas taps DOOH to battle NYC homelessness

June 2, 2023

Apparel retailer Bombas has launched an anti-homelessness campaign in New York City leveraging digital and analog OOH advertising to raise awareness and…

C-store chain intros self-serve kiosks

June 2, 2023

Valora Group, a Switzerland-based convenience store chain, has introduced self-service kiosks, according to a breakinglatest.new report.

Remodeled Walmart boasts customer-centric features, mural

June 1, 2023

Customers visiting the Glenville, New York Walmart Supercenter store will discover some changes have been made as the store has undergone a remodel focused on…

Supermarkets beating Amazon in online shopping satisfaction

June 1, 2023

When it comes to online food shopping satisfaction Amazon isn't leading the pack as supermarkets are providing greater levels of satisfaction, according to a…

Ashley awarding ‘best sleep of your life’ customer experience

June 1, 2023

Furniture and mattress retailer Ashley has launched a "Best Sleep of Your Life" customer experience with partner Tempur-Pedic at select Tampa, Florida stores.

Walmart teams with Pawp on membership perk

May 31, 2023

Walmart is adding a pet telehealth perk to its Walmart+ membership program that will give subscribers one year of free access to the virtual service's pet…

Tanger Outlets taps Coniq to power customer personalization

May 31, 2023

Tanger Outlets is tapping Coniq, a loyalty platform provider, to drive enhancements that empower its diverse roster of retail partners to deliver personalized…

7 simple keys to customer loyalty

by Alicia Lavay — Executive Director, ICX Association

ICX Association Executive Director Alicia Lavay shares 7 principles to help build customer relationships that last a lifetime. The ICXA's annual Customer…

Walmart debuts high-tech market fulfillment center

May 30, 2023

Walmart has opened its first high-tech market fulfillment center in Arkansas, marking its second in the U.S.

Retailer inventory piles on the decline

May 30, 2023

The midway point of 2023 brings good news regarding the swelling and challenging merchandise inventory retailers have been grappling with for most of a year…