How in-store retail media can help boost customer engagement

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Data from in-store retail media enable brands and retailers to better engage with customers and create more personalized promotions.

How retailers can digitally transform the voice channel to increase answer rates

by Jim Tyrrell — Vice President of Enterprise Product Management, TNS

When retailers provide more brand information on an incoming call screen, it engenders trust in the call and engages customers to answer. This trust helps…

Chatmeter Named to Inc.’s Second Annual Power Partner Awards

Inc. Business Media announced the second annual Power Partner Awards, honoring B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting…

Most US consumers see value in chatbots

October 19, 2023

A good number of U.S. consumers, 74%, are interested in getting more accurate product data thanks to generative AI as 50% view product detail gathering as a…

How retail associate happiness plays into customer, employee experiences

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Savvy retailers are implementing strategies that engage employees and end burdensome tasks, boosting both service levels and associate happiness. These…

Walmart GoLocal names Rina Hurst as VP

October 17, 2023

Rina Hurst has been named vice president of Walmart GoLocal, the retailer's delivery service platform.

How to recruit, hone tech savvy store associates

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A session on finding tech-savvy associates and empowering them to use technology drew a large audience at last week’s groceryshop show at Mandalay Bay in Las…

Creating an engaging customer experience with an authentic brand voice

by Fara Haron — Regional CEO, Majorel

Although a seemingly straightforward task, selecting a voice to represent your company takes time and thought. With more options arriving every day…

C-store chain RaceTrac launches first EV charging station

October 16, 2023

RaceTrac, an Atlanta-based convenience store chain with more than 570 stores throughout the Southeast, has introduced its first electric vehicle charging…

The continuing challenges of office coffee service

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast, Charlie Ray of Ray Coffee Service explains that what’s popular with customers today may not be tomorrow, and how…

Cooler Screens sues Walgreens over digital screen project

October 11, 2023

Cooler Screens, a digital screen vendor that sells ad space on refrigerator door screens, is suing Walgreens claiming the pharmacy chain reneged on a national…

Self-order at c-store gas pump makes for dynamic shopping experience

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Self-ordering at the gas pump offers c-stores an opportunity to enhance customer experience, grow product purchase and boost profitability. It also can meet…

Uber launches return product delivery service

October 10, 2023

Food and a ride are not the only things Uber is providing to users. The ride share company, which also runs Uber Eats, is now providing item return services.

La-Z-Boy's updated AR strategy drives immersive experience

October 6, 2023

A next-gen 3D AR initiative on La-Z-Boy's online site is finding fans as there has been a 150%-plus jump in shoppers using its 3D product exploration tool.

British fashion retailer taps NewStore for digital transformation journey

October 5, 2023

AllSaints, a fashion retailer based in East London, has deployed a mobile point of sale, from NewStore, in more than 200 stores around the world.

Need a checkup? Hit up Costco

October 4, 2023

Costco is offering an online health checkup for under $30 thanks to a partnership with direct-to-consumer healthcare marketplace Sesame.

Leadership tops 'must have' soft skills for retail roles

October 3, 2023

The most important soft skill, according to retail professionals, is leadership.

5 ways to deliver (and improve) the connected customer experience

by Courtenay Godshall — Product Marketing Leader, Webex for Customer Experience

Customers want connection. Not just between themselves and your brand, but between every interaction across all possible channels.

Stop & Shop, Badger give Marty the Robot refresh, bigger reach

September 28, 2023

Stop & Shop is teaming up with Badger Technologies to expand the use of Marty the Robot at more than 300 of the grocer's Northeast stores and has made…

DoorDash expands grocery partnership

September 28, 2023

DoorDash has broadened its grocery fleet footprint with the addition of more than a few partners.