Convenience store taps Reflexis Systems for workforce management streamlining, better CX

June 7, 2021

Maverik, a convenience store operating in 11 states, is deploying Reflexis One solutions to simplify and streamline labor operations, workforce management…

How 1 retailer became a top 'dog' in 'ruff' pandemic times

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Zesty Paws, a pet health supplement retailer, has expanded its product line, customer base and distribution, and enjoyed double-digit growth all in the past…

7 habits of highly successful e-commerce leaders

by Zohar Gilad

Zohar Gilad, co-founder and CEO of Fast Simon, presents seven habits that successful e-commerce leaders share.

Survey: Ace Hardware tops among home improvement retailers

June 4, 2021

Ace Hardware is tops when it comes to customer satisfaction in the home improvement industry, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Home Improvement Retailer…

Vitamin Shoppe moves into franchising realm

June 4, 2021

Specialty retailer, The Vitamin Shoppe, is expanding its market reach with a franchise strategy covering the U.S.

Pandemic ebbing but consumer behavior not changing much, reveals survey

June 4, 2021

While the fear of COVID-19 is no longer looming as a huge concern for retail shoppers, consumers aren't changing spend or shopping behavior in response.

Gap honors frontline workers with bonus effort

June 3, 2021

Retailer Gap is doling out $300 bonuses to 70,000 hourly employees as a way to thank workers for their performance and serving as the "lifeblood" of the…

Taste-sampling back in play at Sam's Club

June 3, 2021

Wholesale retailer Sam's Club is bringing back a customer favorite — free food samples.

Bed Bath & Beyond launches 3 private label brands

June 3, 2021

Home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond is launching three private label home brands called Our Table, Wild Sage and Squared Away.

UK retailer opening 60 stores by year's end

June 2, 2021

Geek Retreat, a gaming café and events retailer in the U.K., plans to open 60 stores by the end of 2021 which keeps it on track to meet its 100 new-store goal…

It's official: Amazon Prime Day happening June 21-22

June 2, 2021

Amazon announced Wednesday that its annual Prime Day sales event will be held from June 21-22, which its says will offer over 2 millions deals across every…

7-Eleven installing EV charging stations at hundreds of stores

June 2, 2021

Convenience store, 7-Eleven, plans to install 500 direct-current EV charging stations at 250 North America locations.

Colorado cannabis dispensary automates purchases via vending machines

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Kind Love, a Glendale, Colorado dispensary,, opted for a cannabis vending machine that dispenses the product at the machine instead of requiring the customer…

5 ways BOPIS improves the in-location customer experience

by Bobby Marhamat — CEO, Raydiant

Bobby Marhamat, CEO of Raydiant, offers best practices for crafting a successful BOPIS strategy.

Wilson debuts premium sportwear line

June 1, 2021

The competitive industry of sport and athletic leisurewear is more competitive now that Wilson Sporting Goods has debuted a premium line of athletic lifestyle…

Live webinar: Digital retail requires putting cybersecurity front and center

A free one-hour webinar on June 15 will detail why retailers -- given the consumer digital push in response to the pandemic -- must focus on shoring up…

Gap, Walmart partner on home brand

June 1, 2021

Gap is teaming up with Walmart on a home brand and the effort signifies a "new chapter" for the apparel retailer, according to Gap CEO Sonia Syngal.

Prime Day arriving late June, claims report

June 1, 2021

Amazon's annual big sale, Prime Day, is reportedly happening June 21-22, according to a Fortune report citing a Bloomberg story.

Coin Cloud announces partnerships with c-stores and more

May 31, 2021

Coin Cloud, a provider of digital currency kiosks, has announced multi-year retail partnerships with CAL's Convenience Stores, United Natural Foods Inc. and…

bp, Diebold Nixdorf team up to support retail site, payment technology

May 31, 2021

Global fuel retailer bp has extended its multi-year, managed services agreement with Diebold Nixdorf and will leverage DN AllConnect Services globally to…