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Splunk offers PCI compliance tool for retailers
September 12, 2012
Software maker Splunk Inc. is going after retailers with a new version of its PCI reporting and analysis application for businesses that want to accept credit…
read nowShowrooming data not yet sufficient, article claims
September 12, 2012
An article in The Sydney Morning Herald regarding the growing discussion of retail showrooming cites the problems with junk research in analyzing the trend.
read nowNew customer experience mapping software announced
September 12, 2012
Touchpoint Dashboard LLC announced yesterday the release of its customer journey mapping software that gives companies insight as to how customers interact and…
read nowSelf-service kiosks could be financial savior for Michigan city
September 12, 2012
Grand Rapids, Mich., joins the growing list of local governments utilizing self-service kiosks to provide easier and more cost-effective access to certain…
read nowRFID pilot a success at Colombian electronics chain
September 11, 2012
Colombian electronics chain Grupo Éxito announced the results of its major pilot study that tested the effectiveness of RFID tags for tracking merchandise.
read nowCharlotte Russe looks to MICROS-Retail to revamp retail strategy
September 11, 2012
MICROS-Retail, a division of MICROS Systems Inc., announced a partnership with Charlotte Russe as part of the retailer's move toward an omni-channel retail…
read nowFrench company unveils 3D merchandising software
September 11, 2012
French technology company Dassault Systèmes announced today the launch of Perfect Shelf, a tool for retailers to use 3D modeling for realistic views of retail…
read nowMicrosoft plans holiday pop-up shops
September 11, 2012
Microsoft announced plans to launch pop-up retail spots at 32 locations, including New York, San Francisco, Vancouver and Toronto. The temporary retail stores…
read nowToys R Us enters children's tablet market in time for holiday season
September 11, 2012
Toys R Us announced plans for next month's release of the company's own children's tablet computer, according to an article on WashingtonPost.com.
read nowReport: Retailers still conservative about investing in mobile
September 11, 2012
Retailers remain prudent in their financial investments when it comes to mobile objectives, showing tempered future plans for spending on mobile and tablet…
read nowNRF going to court to block swipe fee lawsuit settlement
September 11, 2012
The National Retail Federation today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the Federation to go to court to block the proposed $7.25 billion…
read nowPenney tries to look boutique chic
September 7, 2012
J.C. Penney will attempt to break away from the sea of clothing racks that dominate most department stores and replace the layout with brand-focused groups.
read nowBest Buy looks to improve employees as a way to boost sales
September 7, 2012
After a decline in sales and uneven store performances, Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly plans to put more focus on employee training, according to an article on…
read nowGender inequality may be decreasing for menswear
September 7, 2012
In perhaps what is one of the few gender wars won by women, retail is now trying to close the gap and offer fashion equality to men.
read nowVibes releases mobile consumer report
September 6, 2012
The mobile marketing and technology company Vibes announced today the release of its first annual Vibes Mobile Consumer Report that provides retail brands with…
read nowCricket to go mobile with BizBox
September 6, 2012
Cricket Communications announced its partnership with BizBox mobilized structures for the creation of a wireless carrier mobile retail store.
read nowWalmart revamps layaway to please customers
September 5, 2012
Walmart announced yesterday a consumer-driven change to its holiday layaway policy, extending the program and cutting fees.
read nowRetalix acquires Cornell Mayo Associates
September 5, 2012
Retalix Ltd., a provider of software and services for retailers, announced that it has acquired Cornell Mayo Associates, a U.S.-based provider of store systems…
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