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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…
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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.
read nowLas 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.
read nowWalmart 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.
read nowTarget 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.
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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…
read nowPop 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…
read nowTarget 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.
read nowRetail 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.
read nowWalmart 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.
read nowMacy'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…
read nowMother'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…
read nowJewelry, 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…
read nowMother'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.
read nowLast-minute shoppers love the local retail store
May 8, 2018
Not every consumer jumps online to buy that last minute gift.
read nowMacy's buys Story, founder now brand experience officer
May 4, 2018
Macy's has a new story to tell courtesy of acquiring Story, a New York-based retailer that changes its store design and merchandise every four to eight weeks.
read nowAmazon on track to lead the apparel segment
May 3, 2018
Amazon is likely shoring up its fashion apparel strategy and according to Morgan Stanley it's on track to be the top U.S. apparel player this year.
read nowMall operator: Retailers underreporting sales
May 2, 2018
Simon Property Group CEO David Simon claims a significant number of retail and commerce tenants aren't reporting accurate sales figures as they are deducting…
read nowKmart: Bring your Toys R Us gift cards to us
May 1, 2018
As Toys R Us continues to move forward in its reorganization and bankruptcy process, fellow retail competitor Kmart is offering to help consumers who may be…
read nowMom isn't on everyone's mind come Mother's Day
April 30, 2018
Just over one quarter of Americans acknowledge that they've completely forgotten their moms, now and then, when it comes to the annual Mother's Day celebration.
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