POS provider payworks launches customer engagement platform

April 20, 2016

Engage is a new platform that links payment transaction data to shoppers' profiles, which can help in the development of customer engagement solutions.

3 ways to boost the online checkout experience

Simplifying the online checkout process can be fairly simple and benefit your business in the long term as it makes customers happy.

Talking With: SAP Global GM Lori Mitchell-Keller on CX trends, the focus on mobile

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

Retail is an industry under tremendous pressure to fulfill consumer expectations.

Talking With: ShopperTrak Revenue Chief Kevin Kearns on loyalty program trends

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

Developing and implementing a customer loyalty program is at the top of most retailers' to-do list as a strategy for boosting customer experience. But loyalty…

ICX Summit keynote speaker: Brands must innovate, hurdle organizational inertia

Doug Stephens, retail prophet, provides insight on trends coming into play for retail customer experience and what he predicts will evolve in the next few…

Talking With: InContext CEO Mark Hardy on virtual reality in the retail experience

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

One of the most exciting technologies coming into play in retail customer experience is the dawn of virtual reality.

Stat of the Week: Consumers flee online retailers if information is hard to find

April 15, 2016

If retailers don't make information easy to get the online shopper doesn't hang around long.

Wegmans, Publix, Trader Joe's rank tops with retail grocery consumers

April 15, 2016

Yet Market Force study reveals Trader Joe's popularity is dipping a bit with shoppers.

Putting customer experience analysis into action

by Lyle Bunn — Strategy Architect, BUNN Co.

Customer-focused organizations shared insights and best practices at the fifth annual Customer Experience Strategies Summit.

Most consumers not big IoT fans, reveals new survey

April 14, 2016

Those using home Internet of Things technology are eager for more but the majority of consumers aren't big on IoT just yet.

Retail executives lag in driving customer experience strategy, reveals new research

April 13, 2016

Company leaders are lagging in focusing on customer-centric strategies and there's a lack of trust between the C-level and mid management in making change.

Recon Instruments teams up with Frank Mayer and Associates on merchandising strategy

April 13, 2016

Recon’s smart eyewear finds a home in a smart innovative display program.

Restaurant, retail customer experience leaders headline ICX Summit

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

Gurus from Smashburger, Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Detroit Red Wings, Domino's Pizza and Wingstop are among a hefty list of speakers and panelists offering expert…

Verizon retailer deploys digital signage to boost customer experience

Diamond Wireless is launching a marketing initiative that involves deploying digital signage solutions in its retail stores to strengthen customer experience.

Digital divide in the digital supply chain environment

April 11, 2016

Consumers are expecting better service when it comes to product inventory, yet a new study reveals that most retailers aren't up to speed.

5 things retailers must do to make IoT not about "things"

by Chris Petersen — Owner, IMS

Retail is doing a horrible job with IoT because it's not about things at all.

Shipping wars: Fighting the pricing surge with omnichannel retail tactics

An increase in shipping prices from popular shipping providers is a big reason why retailers are looking for a solid strategy to overcome the current shipping…

Toronto retail center aims to make the day for customers

April 8, 2016

A Toronto shopping center is kicking off a new marketing and customer engagement effort and it's all about 'making' the day for consumers.

Idea boards at Wayfair getting lots of consumer love

April 8, 2016

Consumers are enjoying Wayfair.com's idea board functionality and it's helping the retailer's mobile app revenue stream.

IKEA advances expansion strategy in Canada

April 8, 2016

IKEA's latest distribution center has opened in Mississauga, Ontario.