Merchandising News & Media
Visual search in 2020: Where it stands and where it's headed
by Jeff Hunt — CEO/Founder, Snap36
Jeff Hunt , founder and CEO of Snap36, offers up insight on why retailers need to start thinking about optimizing the retail site for visual search.
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How retailers can be ready for busy sales seasons with proactive maintenance
by Tom Buiocchi — Executive Director, President & CEO, ServiceChannel
Tom Buiocchi, executive director, ServiceChannel, explains how putting systems and technology in place that support facilities management all year pays…
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Cruise company unveils reimagine shopping experience
February 25, 2020
Starboard Cruise Services is debuting a "reimagined shopping experience," onboard its Celebrity Silhouette, the cruise line's fourth shop being transformed as…
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Acquisition keeps Forever 21 in business
February 24, 2020
Fashion retailer Forever 21 will remain in business due to a joint $81 million dollar acquisition by Authentic Brands Group, Brookfield Property Partners and…
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How To: Use lighting to enhance customer experience
by Bill Plageman — VP of Marketing & Product Mgt, Amerlux
Bill Plageman, vice president of marketing and product development at Amerlux, explains why lighting should be viewed as a critical element in the retail…
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Is customer experience enhanced by branding e-commerce shipping boxes?
by Pete Galbiati — Director of Marketing, Peachtree Packaging and Display
Pete Galbiati, director of marketing for Peachtree Packaging & Display, offers up insight on why it's time for retailers to consider how on-the-box branding…
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UK digital retailer taps Oracle for product forecasting
February 21, 2020
N Brown Group Plc, a U.K.-based retailer that sells clothing, footwear and homewares through four brands, is migrating to the cloud with the help of Oracle's…
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Unused gift cards hit $21B mark
February 20, 2020
Consumers aren't rushing out to use gift cards, often cited as the most wanted holiday item, which now total about $21 billion.
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3 ways automated supply distribution transforms retail
by Howard Calderon — CEO, IVM
Howard Calderon, CEO of IVM, Inc. outlines the benefits of automated supply distribution, from providing ease of experience for customers and retail employees…
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Tiffany & Co, Flowerbx team up on pop up just in time for Valentine's Day
February 13, 2020
Shoppers at Tiffany's Flagship Next Door, in New York, can now shop for jewelry and flowers at a pop-up created with flower delivery service Flowerbx.
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Cruise company teams with Sephora to expand beauty offerings
February 13, 2020
Starboard Cruise Services is teaming up with beauty retailer Sephora to launch the Sephora Collection on select ships.
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How physical retail provides opportunities for consumer outreach
by Marci Weisler — Chief Commercial Officer, Vengo
Marci Weisler, chief commercial officer, Vengo, takes a look at how the customer journey has changed, the role retail plays in the journey and what 2020 holds…
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J.C. Penney relaunches Ana brand, puts big focus on denim
February 11, 2020
In a quest to drive sales in its largest merchandise category J.C. Penney's is relaunching the Ana brand and putting a bigger focus on casual wear and denim…
read nowDigital signage drives retail sales
Digital signage is quickly becoming more common in retailers ranging in size from one location mom and pop stores to massive chains. However, many potential…
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download nowOrganic gardener retailer sprouting up in Walmart, top retail outlets
February 7, 2020
Back to the Roots, an organic gardening retailer, is finding a home this year in 2,300 Walmarts nationwide. It's also taking root in Lowe's, Target, Costco and…
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7-Eleven debuts cashierless store at headquarters
February 5, 2020
7-Eleven has opened the doors to its first cashierless store, located at its Irving, Texas headquarters.
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Mall owners eyeing Forever 21 acquisition
February 5, 2020
A group of buyers, which includes mall owner Simon Property Group, is making a $81 million bid to buy Forever 21, a fashion retailer that filed for bankruptcy…
read nowSnap Kitchen debuts free shipping, Whole Foods Market launch
January 31, 2020
Snap Kitchen is launching free ground shipping across 38 states and debuting its chef-prepared meals in dozens of Whole Foods Market stores across Louisiana…
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How to provide an exceptional customer experience in the digital environment
by Krystal Taing — Sr. Product Specialist, Rio SEO
Krystal Taing, listings management product specialist at Rio SEO, shares insight on how havig the right tools and technologies can help retailers deliver…
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A look at brick-and-mortar retailers growth and where customer experience fits in
by Stephan Schambach — Founder & CEO, NewStore
Stephan Schambach, founder and CEO, NewStore, shares insight on retailers growth and explains why brands can't simply replicate what stores have been about in…
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