Walmart debuts 3D virtual shopping tour, ‘buy the room’ features

July 6, 2018

Walmart is launching two new ways for customers to shop, discover and be inspired by its home décor offerings.

Harrys of London launches first US flagship

July 5, 2018

Harrys of London, a footwear brand, has crossed the pond to open its first U.S.-based store, its first American flagship in New York City.

What retailers must do to make the furniture-buying experience a rewarding one

Joseph Ferguson, director of new business development at Fortiva Retail Credit, lists what retailers, aiming to compete in home furnishings, must do to…

Toys R Us may not disappear entirely

June 28, 2018

While liquidation and store closing sales are taking place at Toys R Us locations across the world there are more than a few efforts to keep the store, and the…

CVS Health expanding delivery service

June 28, 2018

CVS Health will offer nationwide prescription delivery, as well as one and two-day home delivery for some specific items for a cost of $4.99.             

Discover how Michael Kors, Bonobos are tapping iPad, retail apps to drive sales

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

Retailers are boosting sales, and the customer experience, by putting innovative mobile device technology into the hands of store associates. Learn more by…

Microsoft building cashierless check-out tech

June 19, 2018

Microsoft is reportedly aiming to take on Amazon when it comes to cashierless retail by developing its own platform and in talks with Walmart on the initiative.

Las Vegas gets its own Macy's Backstage

June 6, 2018

Macy's has debuted its discount brand, Macy’s Backstage, at the Meadows Mall in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Walmart testing new check-out service

June 1, 2018

Walmart is piloting a new "Check Out With Me" service in lawn and garden centers at more than 350 store locations nationwide.

Target makes beauty shopping a bit easier

May 24, 2018

Target is focused on making beauty shopping easier given it offers more than 1,000 beauty brands.

Kohl's launches rewards program, combining 3 elements: What shoppers can expect

by Bryan Pearson — President, LoyaltyOne

Blogger Bryan Pearson got the scoop on Kohl's new loyalty initiative that trades points for cash and combines elements of its credit card, sales events and…

Pop ups, experiential experiences, showrooms top retail trends, reveals report

May 22, 2018

Retail pop-up shops, showrooms boasting e-commerce and brick-and-mortar offerings and experiential retail experiences are the top trends taking place…

Target ups men's grooming strategy with new store experience, products

May 22, 2018

Target is debuting in-store improvements in its men's grooming departments and "doubling down" on offerings and elevating the experience for the male consumer.

Retail grad celebration spend projected to hit $5B

May 22, 2018

While spending on graduation gifts and celebrations won't hit a record-setting figure this year it's still not too shabby given a projection of $5.2 billion.

Walmart shutters Scan&Go due to consumer disinterest

May 16, 2018

There's no more Scan&Go happening at Walmart as the top retailer has shuttered the cashierless checkout app.

Macy's expands Star Rewards to everyone no matter how they pay

May 16, 2018

The Macy's Star Rewards loyalty program isn't just limited to those with a Macy's charge card. Now anyone, no matter how they pay, is enrolled in the loyalty…

Mother's Day gift cost just under a C-note

May 10, 2018

Mother's Day shoppers will spend, on average, just under $100 buck this year, with baby boomers most likely to spend the least and generation xers likely to…

Jewelry, outings top Mother's Day gift list

May 9, 2018

Just over one third of Mother's Day shoppers, 34 percent, will spend $4.6 billion on jewelry for moms and 55 percent will spend $4.4 billion on food…

Mother's Day spend may hit $23B

May 8, 2018

This year may mark the second-highest spend for Mother's Day, hitting an expected $23.1 billion.

Last-minute shoppers love the local retail store

May 8, 2018

Not every consumer jumps online to buy that last minute gift.