Majority of US consumers willing to trade personal data for deals

September 20, 2023

A majority of consumers, 87%, are willing to share personal data to get a deal or discount despite the fact that 70% are worried about privacy when it comes to…

August retail sales grew despite slowing economy

September 20, 2023

Retail sales grew in August, likely prompted by back-to-school shopping, despite interest rates staying high and continuing inflation, according to the…

Retail digital store signage - The only guide you’ll ever need

Digital store signage is a game-changer for retailers. Visual merchandising has always been key to attracting customers, but constantly changing physical…

Cinema launches with self-service kiosks

September 19, 2023

Miraj Cinemas has launched its latest multiplex in Mumbai, bringing India's third-largest cinema chain (which is also 100% vegetarian) to 60 cinemas…

Crunch Fitness debuts Amazon One

September 19, 2023

Crunch Fitness, a New York City-based global fitness chain, has become the first fitness brand to introduce the Amazon One palm recognition service as an entry…

University of San Diego campus market boasts frictionless shopping experience

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

Students and staff never have to wait in line again at the university’s campus smart market thanks to autonomous technology from AiFi.

Retail ranks 3rd in client data leaks

September 19, 2023

The retail industry ranks third in client data leaks, with over 700 retail companies suffering data breaches during which various consumer data was leaked…

The golden rules for video digital signage

In this blog, we delve into the essential components that make up the foundation of effective digital signage video design, exploring what we refer to as the…

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 10-11

September 18, 2023

Amazon will hold its next big Prime sale, called Prime Big Deal Days, Oct. 10-11 and the event will include the omnichannel retailer's "best early holiday…

Consistency key to retail customer experience, say consumers

September 18, 2023

When it comes to the retail customer experience, regardless of loyalty status, most consumer view the key to exceptional CX is providing consistent…

Eyewear shopping tech taps facial measurements

September 18, 2023

An eyewear retail technology that captures a customer's precise facial measurements via a kiosk aims to elevate the shopping experience when it comes to buying…

Nomination deadline extended for 2024 Top 50 retail innovators report

September 18, 2023

The 2024 Retail Customer Experience Top 50 report will highlight retail leaders who are innovating when it comes to creating extraordinary shopping…

Robust e-commerce sales expected this holiday season

September 18, 2023

E-commerce sales will grow between 10.3% and 12.8% this holiday season compared to 2022 and holiday retail sales will likely increase between 3.5% and 4.6%.

BJ’s commits $1M-plus to help end hunger

September 15, 2023

BJ's Wholesale Club is continuing its partnership with Feeding American in support of child and family feeding program and the BJ's Charitable Foundation has…

Office Depot podcast aims to help small business owners

September 15, 2023

Office Depot has launched a podcast series, called "Imagine Success," to provide small business owners with insight and inspiration, according to a press…

Macy’s taps Olivier Bron as Bloomingdale’s CEO

September 15, 2023

Macy's, which owns luxury brand Bloomingdale's, has named Olivier Bron as the brand's CEO.

Shoppers busy shopping ahead of Black Friday, Cyber Monday

September 14, 2023

More than half, 67%, of consumers will be shopping for holiday gifts ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Five Below opens in South Carolina mall

September 14, 2023

A Five Below store is opening this month at the Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

How grocers can overcome operational hurdles of kiosks

by Bagrat Safaryan

Self-service kiosks are taking the grocery industry by storm, but that’s only when stores prepare their teams and budget.

Fashion retailer taps Jumpmind to enhance in-store experience

September 14, 2023

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is partnering with Jumpmind Commerce to modernize and enhance the in-store experience for both store workers and customers.