Back-to-school report: Consumers delaying shopping to save, attain better deals

August 17, 2015

Consumers are looking to save money and shopping time by delaying store visits during the second busiest retail season of the year.

Barnes & Noble top retailer in back-to-school survey

August 17, 2015

The national book retailer is the most familiar and most favored of back-to-school retail brands, reveals survey.

Target deploys beacon technology to boost customer experience

Using the Target iPhone app, customers can get insight on sales and special deals during pilot program.

Loyalty programs gaining deeper ground with retailers

August 17, 2015

A new report notes big divide between loyalty efforts and mobile marketing, however.

Store design: It just keeps getting smarter… and sexier

by Ethan Whitehill — CEO, two west inc

There's no question that today's shoppers want to be wowed. Tech-savvy and design-smart, they're looking for interactive and visually appealing experiences…

NPD Group launches retail version of Checkout Tracking

August 14, 2015

A new version of the NPD Group’s market analyzing technology Checkout Tracking is being released specifically for retailers, according to a recent press…

July sales up for retailers

August 14, 2015

U.S. retail sales were up in July as more people bought cars and a variety of other products

NRA releases mobile payments guide for restaurateurs

August 13, 2015

The 'guide will provide a roadmap' for restaurant owners and operators interested in implementing mobile payments into their business, NRA official says.

Say what? A Wheaties beer? Yup, and it’s called HefeWheaties

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

Breakfast food retailer delves into a new product line, just like high-end fashion retailer Lululemon. One hint: it comes with foam on top.

Big Tesla fan in line to get free Model X courtesy of unique referral contest

August 13, 2015

Bjorn Nyland, a rabid Tesla Motors' customer, says he'll offer test rides once he claims his free prize.

SITO Mobile chief to ring market closing bell Thursday

August 12, 2015

The mobile solution provider's NASDAQ uplisting will be marked by the bell ringing event.

Mobile consumers tap different online sites for different needs

August 12, 2015

Mobile shoppers have different sites for product research and product pricing, and loyalty plays a part in mobile buying.

Staples debuts entrepreneurial product portfolio

The seven winners of the Crowd2Shelf tech innovation contest are within consumers' reach at Staples.com.

Beauty retailer hits omnichannel strategy head-on

August 12, 2015

Sephora is launching a subscription beauty box service and the move is getting applause from industry watchers.

Consumers love the personal touch in email marketing

August 12, 2015

Taking time to customize that email strategy can pay off for retailers.

Teen clothing retailer on brink of going bust

August 12, 2015

American Apparel is nearly out of options when it comes to financial solvency and has warned its shareholders of potential doom.

Back-to-School: Reports reveal what’s hot, what’s not and consumer trends

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

Consumer shopping reports reveal some new trends and why consumer activity will be down a bit compared to a year ago.

Rite Aid decides to support Apple Pay, Android Pay

August 11, 2015

The pharmacy chain is the latest MCX member to to announce support for NFC-based mobile payment systems.

Beyond engagement: Top must-haves to drive customer experience forward

The customer experience doesn’t start and stop at a brand destination. It continues on social channels, where you have no control on what’s shared.

US productivity slowly creeps up

August 11, 2015

Yet economic gurus aren't jumping for joy, as a slow rebound may mean higher inflation down the road.