Retail brands not hitting the mark when it comes to chatbot experience

November 8, 2017

While a good number of consumers, 72 percent, say online chat interaction makes for a more loyal customer and nearly a third will use chatbots, the experience…

The new face of disruption: Retail in the digital age

David Rosen, digital transformation technologist and strategist,TIBCO Software, shares how industry leaders, like Amazon, are laser focused on innovating the…

Why is everyone so freaked out about automated customer service?

Nick Francis, CEO of Help Scout, shares how automation, if done well, can lead to higher customer satisfaction and a better experience. Instant gratification…

Hourglass Cosmetics taps hologram, AR technology to illustrate skin perfection

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

The global beauty brand embraces artificial intelligence and artificial reality, including Vntana’s hologram innovation, to launch a new innovative foundation…

Storis to introduce kiosk for home furnishings retailers

October 27, 2017

Storis, a retail software solutions provider, has announced a new kiosk solution that brings a key component of in-store technology to home furnishings…

Top 5 skills every frontline associate must have

Kevin Nix, CEO and co-founder, Stellar Loyalty, explains why tech-savvy frontline employees must have five specific skills and why retailers must invest in…

Lowe’s Orchard Supply Hardware refreshes brand to drive better customer engagement

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

The retailer is tapping a new creative platform developed by consultancy Persuasion Arts & Sciences to refresh the brand, build deeper engagement with…

Live Webinar: Why AI is crucial to the customer care strategy

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

Tractica Principal Analyst Mark Beccue and Interactions VP of Marketing Jane Price explain in a live one-hour free webinar why retailers should be embracing…

Price not the only focus for consumers these days

October 25, 2017

While the price point will always be a top consideration for the consumer, other factors, from in-store events to great service, are also top of mind…

Understanding the why and how of the analytics plan

Tom Schoen, president and CEO, BTM Global, explains how there is often a gap between what a retailer wants to know and what's truly important to operations and…

Venmo acceptance comes to 2M online merchants mobile digital wallet pos

October 25, 2017

Venmo users can now shop on their mobile phone and make purchases at more than two million U.S. retailers via the mobile web, according to a press release.

United Airlines secures EZ Access certification for self-serve kiosks

October 24, 2017

United Airlines has incorporated EZ Access technologies into its self-service kiosks to better ensure that the kiosks are accessible to all travelers.

Ikea vending machine offers kitchen tools

October 23, 2017

Ikea has installed a vending machine at a Stockholm subway station to sell small kitchen items such as a garlic press, an egg slicer and other tools, according…

Agilysys adds 'grab n go' cafe features to self-service kiosk

October 20, 2017

Agilysys Inc., a provider of hospitality software solutions, announced enhancements to rGuest Buy, the company's self-service kiosk solution that extends…

Rent-A-Center's 'Inner Circle' is about meeting customer needs and much more

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

A mobile-first community and customer insight platform is not only booting customer engagement and interaction for the home furnishings retailer, but spurring…

Customers love music when shopping

October 18, 2017

A new Mood Media study claims music is something consumers love when shopping and when interacting in the banking environment.

Neiman Marcus reaps customer experience, associate rewards via communication platform

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

The luxury retailer is finding Theatro's content delivery management platform is not only delivering an enhanced customer experience, but boosting store…

Smart store tech is a revenue booster, reveals report

October 17, 2017

A new Juniper Research report reveals smart store technologies will spur over $78 billion in annual transaction revenue in the next five years.

Creating touchpoints to connect with consumers

Alexander Shporer, project manager at starrdesign, explains why retailers need to create a distinct shopping experience where guests can see, touch and connect…

Luxury jeweler's new retail chief driving 'Retail 3.0' strategy forward

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

With its own mobile app already in place, and a new YouTube customer engagement platform, Govberg Jewelers is all about winding up a rewarding customer…