Control Group creates 'immersive' experience for Kate Spade flagship

March 12, 2013

The NYC-based technology and design firm Control Group today unveiled its work with the newly launched Kate Spade Saturday brand. The concept highlights the…

With Glass, Google searches for place in retail

The headsets allow users to access information through a heads up display. 

The five ways retailers can beat showrooming

by Chris Petersen — Owner, IMS

The term "showrooming" is the new buzzword in the dictionary of retail. It refers to the act of consumers literally shopping on their smartphones while in the…

In-mall DOOH network bites on NFC

March 11, 2013

In-mall digital advertising network owner Adspace Digital Mall Network today announced that the company is collaborating with mobile-marketing solutions…

Tesco attempts to tackle Amazon with new online entertainment venture

March 4, 2013

The European retail giant Tesco is gearing up for a head-to-head services battle against Amazon. According to an article on telegraph.co.uk, Tesco is tackling…

AOPEN intros digital signage platform for Android

March 4, 2013

AOPEN, a provider of digital signage and appliance computing, has just released OpenSign, a new Web-based interactive digital marketing and signage platform…

Make love not war: Tips on how to embrace showrooming

by Christopher Hall — writer, self

A customer experience expert discussed his showrooming strategy at DSE13. 

Harris DOOH auto dealership rollout builds steam

February 27, 2013

The Automotive Broadcasting Network is several months into its large-scale, digital signage network rollout at auto dealerships across the U.S., according to…

Moscow Mall now using indoor mapping

February 25, 2013

Retailers at the Moscow Mall in Russia are utilizing indoor mapping and positioning to help shoppers navigate their way to the more than 5,000 shops in the…

NRF: Voice feedback tool from Saygent

February 21, 2013

At this year's NRF show, representatives from Saygent were demonstrating their new voice feedback tool, which aims to capture customer sentiment and feedback…

At NRF this year, tablets were everywhere

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

Mobile in-store tech is the next big thing, if this year's exhibits were any indication.

Meet the Marionettebot (Video)

February 18, 2013

Moving mannequins are no longer limited to the reality of a classic 80s movie. At United Arrows' largest apparel store in Tokyo, technology from a Kinect…

Commentary: Omnichannel meets in-store merchandising

A Frank Mayer exec discusses how in-store merchandising can bridge the gap between online and in-store shopping.

AT&T flagship wins retail design award

February 14, 2013

AT&T's flagship store on Chicago's Magnificent Mile took home top honors during the 42nd Retail Design Institute Design Awards Gala. The AT&T Michigan…

MokiMobility intros app directory for tablet solutions

February 14, 2013

MokiMobility announced yesterday the launch of the MokiMobility Solution Center, an app directory for purposed tablet solutions, providing a centralized…

Tesco digital pilot brings online experience to in-store shopping

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

Insight from Cisco helps Tesco 'catch and keep' digital shoppers.

Apple CEO announces store closures, likens retail experience to Prozac

February 12, 2013

Apple CEO Tim Cook told attendees at the Goldman Sachs investor conference that Apple plans to close 20 of its retail locations in order to relocate and…

Kiosk replaces coupon clipping with convenient deals (Video)

Zebra Technologies discusses its latest solution that makes couponing easier for both the shopper and the retailer.

Intel's interactive display spices up the customer experience

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

A scent-based game for the McCormick spice company engages the consumer with the power of smell.

Sporting goods store unveils 'retail lab' with in-store tech

January 29, 2013

The Canadian sporting goods retailer Sport Chek today unveiled a tech-heavy retail lab at its flagship store in Toronto. Utilizing interactive kiosks, digital…