Most retail associates concerned about loss prevention

December 3, 2024

A hefty number of retail associates, 84%, are concerned about loss prevention and the lack of technology to spot safety threats or criminal activity.

Holiday surge: 3 reasons why maps bills might double for retailers

Retailers can expect nearly a 20% increase in online traffic during the holiday season. While increases like this can lead to more revenue, financial gains can…

How are returns management trends impacting customer experience?

by Rich Pirrotta — Executive Vice President, Americas, ReBound

Shifting customer expectations have played a major role in reshaping returns management. Online shoppers expect convenient, hassle-free return options and…

Shoe retailer Clarks overhauls digital, in-store platforms with big ROI rewards

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

Clarks, a 200-year-old global shoe retailer, needed an IT infrastructure rehaul given a monolithic commerce platform. It made a successful digital…

Fashion retailer Goddiva unveils AI-powered digital dressing room

November 26, 2024

Goddiva, a fashion retailer, has teamed with Zyler, an AI-powered virtual try-on technology provider, to launch an AI-driven digital dressing room.

Free Forethought webinar offers invaluable insight for retail's busiest sale season

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

A free Forethought webinar offers needed knowledge and expert tips to help retailers make sure the holiday sales season is a successful one.

Three emerging gift card trends driving popularity and revenue

As gift cards increasingly become part of the operational strategy, here are three trends emerging in the gift card market that will shape the path forward.

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Alaska Airlines taps Natalie Bowman as digital experience VP

November 19, 2024

The Alaska Airlines board of directors has elected five new executives in key areas of the company, including Natalie Bowman ass vice president of digital…

At Pet Supermarket the loyalty goal goes way beyond doling out points

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

Pet Supermarket has updated its loyalty program to provide greater value to its 1.8 million members. The focus is on delivering a more meaningful and…

Lowe’s launches $2.5M recovery fund for North Carolina businesses

November 19, 2024

Lowe's has launched the Lowe's Western North Carolina Small Business Recovery Fund.

Office Depot joins Grubhub delivery platform

November 13, 2024

Office Depot is now on the delivery platform Grubhub offering on-demand delivery from more than 800 locations.

NRS helps local retailers in wake of flood destruction

November 13, 2024

National Retail Solutions mobilized an emergency response team to help NRS retailers in the Carolinas impacted by the unprecendented flooding caused by…

Consumers embracing AI-powered customer support

November 12, 2024

Consumers are increasingly embracing AI-powered customer support with younger generations more likely to report AI is making customer service more helpful

National Retail Solutions teams with LottoShield on securing ticket sales

November 7, 2024

National Retail Solutions, a provider of POS solutions for independent retailers, is partnering with LottoShield, an lottery fraud prevention system designed…

Walgreens, Dion's Chicago Dream team up to combat food insecurity

November 6, 2024

Walgreens is partnering with Dion's Chicago Dream to address food insecurity in the Gage Park neighborhood, according to a press release. The partnership will…

Microsoft’s formula for the best e-commerce customer experience

In an era where online shopping is a commodity and brands are drowning in the sea of sameness, customer experience is the last true differentiator for…

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6 types of e-commerce fraud threatening online shopping

by Ralph Tkatchuk — Data Security Consultant, Freelance

To stay ahead of the threats, protect their revenue and preserve customer loyalty, retailers need to take a comprehensive approach to tackling fraud.

A better retail customer experience starts with a better employee experience

by Assad Lazarus — Chief Commercial Officer, Purchasing Power

By addressing team members’ core concerns retailers can lay the groundwork for an in-store experience that keeps customers returning.

Retail job openings lead to increasing candidate demand

October 31, 2024

Overall job openings in retail are at a higher level than a year ago though hiring is down.

Making customers happy isn’t just part of a transaction, it’s a never-ending responsibility

by Brian Higgins — Chief Customer Experience Officer, Verizon

One of the first steps a leader should take to improve the customer experience is to commit to being a loyalty company, instead of a transaction company.