Hughes Recognized for the Third Time in Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services

Gartner, the world’s leading IT and advisory company, named Hughes Network Systems, a Challenger in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network…

Hughes Launches New Managed Cybersecurity Services for Small to Mid-sized Enterprise Networks

Managed Detection and Response and SOC as a Service Now Available as Part of the Hughes Suite of Managed Cybersecurity Services

Hughes Introduces Active Power Edge, Showcases Suite of Managed Services at NRF 2023

New smart power distribution unit from Hughes complements the company’s robust managed services and digital signage portfolio

PetSmart’s loyalty strategy is all about getting personal

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

The pet retailer’s loyalty program is at 60 million members and counting.

Retail ‘ghosting’ costing $2.4B in industry loss

June 8, 2023

The act of "ghosting" online customers, or silent snubbing, is costing the U.S. retail industry $2.4 billion each year.

Indiana grocer taps Invafresh to automate manual processes

June 8, 2023

Strack & Van Til, an Indiana-based grocery retailer, is deploying Invafresh's technology to optimize fresh food operations, ensure pricing accuracy and…

Retailers respond to growing demand for sustainability by innovating

by Jeff Griffin — Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Nfinite

As consumers become increasingly aware of the need for environmental action, retailers will be compelled to showcase sustainability endeavors and integrate…

Hughes Pioneers Self-Healing Capability that Improves Enterprise Wide Area Network Performance Using AI

The Hughes AIOps innovation targets WAN edge systems, such as routers, SD-WAN devices and firewalls, because a failure in those systems can be catastrophic for…

Embracing innovation in changing times

by Alicia Lavay — Executive Director, ICX Association

ICXA Executive Director Alicia Lavay shares how retailers and brands can pursue bulletproof innovation by being agile and adaptable.

The changing retail landscape driving demand for convenience services

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

As technology improves and new retail locations emerge, so do opportunities for convenience retail services in environments that have not traditionally offered…

How can AI transform the retail customer experience?

AI has been helping businesses deliver the best service for their customers, meanwhile, helping said customers build closer relationships with their favorite…

Remodeled Walmart boasts customer-centric features, mural

June 1, 2023

Customers visiting the Glenville, New York Walmart Supercenter store will discover some changes have been made as the store has undergone a remodel focused on…

Supermarkets beating Amazon in online shopping satisfaction

June 1, 2023

When it comes to online food shopping satisfaction Amazon isn't leading the pack as supermarkets are providing greater levels of satisfaction, according to a…

Ashley awarding ‘best sleep of your life’ customer experience

June 1, 2023

Furniture and mattress retailer Ashley has launched a "Best Sleep of Your Life" customer experience with partner Tempur-Pedic at select Tampa, Florida stores.

Tanger Outlets taps Coniq to power customer personalization

May 31, 2023

Tanger Outlets is tapping Coniq, a loyalty platform provider, to drive enhancements that empower its diverse roster of retail partners to deliver personalized…

Walmart debuts high-tech market fulfillment center

May 30, 2023

Walmart has opened its first high-tech market fulfillment center in Arkansas, marking its second in the U.S.

Retailer inventory piles on the decline

May 30, 2023

The midway point of 2023 brings good news regarding the swelling and challenging merchandise inventory retailers have been grappling with for most of a year…

Who will lead retail AI?

The companies that will dominate AI will be those that successfully blend AI with existing industries, have a team that includes both tech and non-tech…

How ChatGPT will enhance retail customer experience

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

New advances in AI will soon shape every aspect of a customer’s experience as soon as they begin interacting with the Internet. Conversational will not replace…

Target launches drive-up option for returns

May 26, 2023

Target has launched Returns with Drive Up, a free service where customers can return items without having to leave their vehicle.