Marketing News & Media
Retail sales continue on recovery path, albiet a bit slower
August 17, 2020
Retail sales are continuing to recover, though July was not at the same pace as June, which indicates a "positive step in the right direction," according to…
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Last Blockbuster store transforms into temporary living experience
August 13, 2020
The last Blockbuster store in the world, situated in Bend, Oregon, is now serving as an Airbnb residence for local residents.
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Key to retailers’ success post-COVID-19: 4 necessary customer experience practices
by Kelly Ungerman — partner, mckinsey
Kelly Ungerman, senior partner at McKinsey & Company, explains how the 'new normal' of retail and business is forcing a rethinking of what customer care means.
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Yankee Candle teams up Ordergroove on subscription strategy
August 12, 2020
Yankee Candle is partnering with Ordergroove, a relationship commerce provider, to offer a subscription program to customers.
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Macy's expands Style Crew ambassador program
August 12, 2020
Macy's is expanding its Style Crew ambassador program to fashionistas across the U.S.
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Brick-and-mortar retail alive and well: Cohesive omnichannel strategies a must for success in post-COVID-19 world
by Jed Danbury — VP Sales, Computop
Jed Danbury, vice president, Computop, explains why retailers striving to develop a true omnichannel approach must bolster and support physical stores. And…
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Fashion jewelry retailer teams with Olympian teen on accessories collection
August 10, 2020
Claire's Stores, Inc. is teaming up with 12-year-old Sky Brown, an Olympian skateboarder and surfer, on a skate-inspired collection launching this week.
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Glass-Media introduces digital activation as a service
August 10, 2020
Glass-Media is debuting a digital activation as a service offering, empowering brick-and-mortar retailers to respond to the challenges of COVID-19 with…
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Vengo teams with National Entertainment Network, launches digital media platform for in-store advertising
August 7, 2020
Vengo, a provider of digital kiosk technology, has launched its digital-out-of-home media platform for retail marketers and advertisers, partnering with…
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DoorDash launches DashMart stores nationwide
August 7, 2020
Delivery player, DoorDash, is debuting DashMart stores, a convenience mart delivering household and local restaurant fare to customers' doorsteps.
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Preparing for the post-pandemic environment will test retailers’ flexibility
Given public health officials' recommendations regarding social distancing and minimizing contact with individuals outside the household, self-service checkout…
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Colorado artists sell wares in refurbished vending machines
August 7, 2020
The artists of the Mancos Creative District in Mancos, Colorado, have refurbished snack vending machines to sell works of art in the machines and have already…
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Hair care specialists tap e-commerce/self-service retail synergy
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Three years after launching their e-commerce business, this entrepreneurial couple began placing vending machines to make their products available to people in…
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Does your brand positioning ring true with your customers right now?
by Mary Ann O'Brien — CEO/Founder, OBI Creative
Mary Ann O'Brien, CEO and founder of OBI Creative, explains why retailers can't be afraid to stand out. When a retailer knows what they are, and what customers…
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Lord & Taylor files for bankruptcy, seeking new owner
August 4, 2020
The latest retailer to falter from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is Lord & Taylor, one of the oldest U.S. department stores.
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Vans teams with The Simpsons on footwear brand
August 4, 2020
Footwear and apparel retailer, Vans, has a new product line out and it's all about The Simpsons, a longtime popular cartoon series.
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Walmart trimming corporate jobs as part of omnichannel strategy
August 3, 2020
Walmart is reportedly slicing corporate jobs as part of its quest to merge its online and physical businesses and become a stronger omnichannel retailer.
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Walmart partners with Impossible Foods to offer customers meatless burger
July 31, 2020
Walmart is selling the Impossible Burger, made by Impossible Foods, in more than 2,000 stores as well as online and through its mobile app.
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NetSuite apparel leader talks COVID-19 impact, the need for a multi-channel retail approach
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Craig Harris, segment leader and industry principal for apparel, footwear and accessories at the cloud-based business management solutions provider, offers up…
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Kohl's latest retailer to close stores on Thanksgiving
July 30, 2020
Kohl's is closing its stores Thanksgiving Day for both safety and convenience reasons, according to a company blog post.
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