Walmart plans to open ‘Express’ stores across the country

March 20, 2011

According to Twice.com, Walmart is planning to open Walmart Express stores across the country, possibly totaling in the hundreds.

Jones Lang LaSalle launches social media tool in retail sector

March 20, 2011

Jones Lang LaSalle Retail, a leading retail service provider, has added live retailer social streams on the websites of the centers it manages. The new…

Report says retailers need to focus on multi-channel experience

March 16, 2011

The most recent report from RSR Research, a research company run by retailers for the retail industry, is titled,“Omni-Channel Fulfillment and the Future of…

Trimble and Truecount partner to offer RFID Solutions

March 16, 2011

Trimble announced today that it partnered with Truecount Corp., an innovator in RFID software solutions for the retail industry. Truecount will leverage…

NCR unveils first hybrid laser and imaging bi-optic scanner

March 16, 2011

NCR Corp., a global technology company offering assisted- and self-service solutions, recently announced that it is launching the world’s first hybrid laser…

Zoovy announces e-commerce platforms for Buy.com and Sears.com

March 16, 2011

Zoovy, the leader in success driven e-commerce software for online businesses, has announced integrations for Buy.com and Sears.com. To support quickly growing…

Top digital signage tips for retailers offered by Reflect

March 16, 2011

Reflect, the in-store digital media provider powering some of the largest networks in North America, including Best Buy's On Network, GameStop, Target and…

Some supermarkets eliminate rebates for reusable bags

March 15, 2011

According to the JournalGazette.net, some supermarket chains are eliminating reusable bag rebates because the incentive isn’t making enough of a difference.

Fast Company names its 'Ten most innovative retail companies'

March 15, 2011

FastCompany.com posted its list of the Ten Most Innovative Companies in Retail yesterday, with Groupon topping the list. Reasons for the honor range from…

Google to pilot NFC POS system

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March 14, 2011

Google Inc. is looking to test a contactless, point-of-sale system allowing consumers to pay for in-store purchases using phones equipped with near field…

IBM announces new software and consulting services for businesses to help meet consumer demands

March 14, 2011

IBM has announced new software, as well as new consulting services dedicated to the emerging category of "Smarter Commerce," which is focused on helping…

Meijer announces $75 million investment in Michigan and Ohio stores

March 14, 2011

Meijer, the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer with supercenters in five Midwestern states, will invest more than $75 million in a major remodel project for…

Target and Best Buy change political giving policies

March 14, 2011

According to WJR.net, Target and Best Buy have amended political spending policies following controversies surrounding the 2010 election campaign.

Adidas opens women-only concept store in Korea

March 14, 2011

According to Fibre2Fashion.com, Adidas has opened its first women-specific retail store in Korea, which focuses on customer service for a more personalized and…

Canadian entrepreneur developing RFID for smartphones

March 13, 2011

According to NBBusinessJournal.com, a Canadian entrepreneur is developing an RFID tag for use in big-box retail stores to help customers with product…

February brings more good news for retailers

March 13, 2011

Improvements in the U.S. economy bolstered retailers’ February sales, reflecting improved consumer sentiment as it relates to spending. According to the…

Walmart launching ‘Pick Up Today’ service this month

March 10, 2011

Walmart has announced plans to expand its U.S. multichannel platform by launching "Pick Up Today" later this month. The service allows customers to purchase…

Merkle announces new retail marketing suite and leadership roles

March 9, 2011

Merkle, an independent customer relationship-marketing agency, announced the release of its new retail database-marketing suite. Merkle’s Retail Marketing…

New study says creating emotional ties with consumers is a successful strategy

March 9, 2011

According to NRF.com, a recent research study by Kurt Salmon, a global management consulting firm, says that consumers feel a personality connection to the…

Are interactive window displays the future of retail?

March 9, 2011

According to NewsElectronics.co.uk, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute are working on a prototype for…