Franchisees sign on to add 20 Pet Supplies Plus stores to portfolio

April 5, 2022

Three partners, who already own and operate 49 Pet Supplies Plus stores, aim to open 20 over the next five years, with the majority developed in Tennessee and…

How D2C retailers are disrupting traditional retail with social media

by Jay Sackos

Social media isn't going anywhere and likely to get even more popular in the years ahead as more consumers get online and stay online. That's why D2C brands…

Cosmetologist debuts lash vending machines in North Dakota malls

March 17, 2022

Lashes are available for purchase at vending machines at the Gateway Mall in Bismarck, North Dakota and the Dakota Square Mall in Minot, North Dakota…

Walmart debuts clothing model feature for app, online customer

March 15, 2022

Walmart is rolling out a "Choose My Model" feature to app and online users that lets customers attain a sense of how a clothing purchase will look on them.

Yale professor tracks retail ‘naughty,’ ‘nice’ relating to Russia business operations

March 14, 2022

For the past several weeks retailers in the U.S. have announced store closings and temporary shuttering of operations in Russia in response to Russia's war on…

Lululemon debuts its first-ever footwear product

March 11, 2022

The latest product at Lululemon isn't a new version of leggings or yoga pant. The athleisure brand now sells a women's running shoe called Blissfeel, according…

Kohl’s embracing Sephora with mini-shop strategy

March 9, 2022

A majority, 75%, of Kohl's stores will soon house mini Sephora shops and the retailer aims to launch 100 additional Kohl's locations by 2026.

Airlines debuts bag drop shortcut

March 8, 2022

United Airlines Inc. has introduced a bag drop shortcut to allow customers to skip the line, check their bag in a minute or less and get to their flight…

Vivino and Tuft & Needle share 3 winning strategies to level up customer service in retail

Great service can increase customer loyalty, net promoter score (NPS), customer satisfaction (CSAT), and profitability. But what steps can brands take to…

Target testing drive-up for returns, Starbucks orders

February 23, 2022

Target is testing a curbside service that would let guests get a Starbucks order as well as make a return to the store via a contactless app feature.

Coca-Cola, Sandstar team up on 'smart' retail lounge

February 22, 2022

Coca-Cola has partnered with Sandstar, a vending technology provider, to launch the Coca-Cola Smart Lounge, a digital, interactive shopping experience that…

Fairfield University Case Study: Digital Signage for Higher Education

How Fairfield University uses Digital Signage to improve students and faculty members’ communications and experiences.

King Kullen taps CitrusAd to boost online, in-store sales

February 15, 2022

King Kullen is deploying CitrusAd technology to drive its digital retail media and boost online and in-store sales for CPG suppliers.

Chewy launches a platform for pet expression

February 7, 2022

Chewy Inc. has launched "Chatty Pets," a campaign that puts a spotlight on pet personalities and allows pets to express innermost thoughts.

Macy’s store gets a snack kiosk

February 2, 2022

Macy's South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California, is home to a Wetzel's Pretzels location, according to a press release.

University gets Black hair care product vending machine

February 1, 2022

The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor has become the latest location to have a hair care vending machine targeted at African Americans.

Retailers need to understand consumer sustainability preferences

January 31, 2022

Retailers need to get educated on consumer sustainability sentiment in order to adapt to consumer wants and needs, according to a First Insight report.

1-800-Flowers.com, Alice’s Table launch arranging experience for Valentine’s Day

January 31, 2022

1-800-Flowers.com and Alice's Table are teaming up to offer shoppers a floral arranging experience in time for Valentine's Day.

7 Key Components of a Successful Digital Signage Program

A quick reference guide to create and maintain a successful digital signage program.

Five Below is making a home in Myrtle Beach, SC

January 28, 2022

Discount retailer Five Below is building a store in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina that will open sometime this winter, according to a MyrtleBeachOnline report.