Digital much more entwined in consumers’ lives than most realize

October 25, 2019

The average person estimates they use seven digital services a day, but, in fact, they are using more than 30 daily basis, according to an AppDynamics' App…

Toys R Us e-commerce presence gets a new life thanks to Target

October 23, 2019

While no longer a brick-and-mortar player after going bankrupt, Toys R Us is partnering with Target to relaunch an e-commerce channel, ToysRUs.com, giving the…

Rue21 taps GroupBy to enhance digital shopping experience

October 23, 2019

Fast fashion retailer, rue21, is deploying the GroupBy User Experience Platform, including search, navigation, recommendation and personalization features, to…

Forever 21 running liquidation sale as Canadian store closures loom

October 22, 2019

Fashion retailer, Forever 21, is running liquidation sales at its Canadian stores.

Holiday sales growth will hit at least 3.8%, claims NRF

October 16, 2019

Holiday retail sales in November and December will increase between 3.8% to 4.2%, compared to 2018, according to the National Retail Federation.

How To: Use AI price optimization for an engaging customer experience

Alexandr Galkin, CEO and co-founder of Competera, explains how AI provides retailers a new chance to fine-tune pricing strategies to a point where they know…

Thailand retailer deploys Aptos technology to boost merchandise operations

October 8, 2019

Central Group, the largest multiformat retailer in Thailand, is using Aptos Planning technology to improve merchandise planning and inventory operations.

Real-time inventory, retailer digital visibility are big consumer wants

October 8, 2019

A majority of consumers, 77%, put significant weight in a retailer's presence in the digital media realm and even a bigger number, 94%, view real-time product…

Handbag retailer launches 8th U.S. store

October 4, 2019

Luxury handbag seller Rebag is opening its fourth New York store, and its eighth in the country, in Garden City, Long Island.

Halloween spend will be robust thanks to social media

October 1, 2019

Social media is expected to influence this year's Halloween spend which is predicted to be near a record-breaking figure.

7-Eleven on the hunt for innovative products to meet customer expectations

September 30, 2019

7-Eleven will host its second annual emerging brands event in late October in a quest to find the most innovative products for its customer base. The Brands…

Customer experience is what matters most in an age of digital Darwinism

Scurri CEO and Founder Rory O’Connor offers up insight on what matters in terms of delivery trends and trends in enhancing the customer experience.

Personalization a key retail focus, reveals study

September 27, 2019

Retailers are doubling down on personalization within e-commerce when it comes to the customer experience as nearly all retail leaders view it as a must for…

Marshalls goes online, boasts Tinder-like shopping feature

September 27, 2019

Discount retailer, Marshalls, finally has an e-commerce site and said it has added more high-quality inventory and brand name designers to the online inventory.

Why it's time for brands to prioritize the happiness of millennial shoppers

Brightpearl CEO Derek O'Carroll says brands must work harder to attract buyers and to encourage repeat purchases, particularly from the younger demographic.

Fishing tools manufacturer taps Frank Mayer and Associates for in-store display

September 24, 2019

Bubba, which makes fishing tools, fillet knives and fishing lifestyle gear, tapped Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc., for an in-store display showcasing the…

Stockouts, customer loyalty top challenges for grocers, reveals data

September 20, 2019

Stockouts and retaining customer loyalty are two top challenges facing the retail grocer segment, according to the 2019 Grocery Insights Data Report, released…

Under Armour runs First Day Free Rides campaign with transit authority

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For students returning to school, it is absolutely crucial that they attend the first day to get the year started on the right foot. Clothing retailer…

Long Island outlet is home to immersive pop-up shop

September 19, 2019

The Tanger Outlets, in Riverhead, New York, is home to an immersive pop-up retail experience that gives consumers a rotating brand experience every 90 days.

A customer experience audit of women's retail

Nick Godfrey, executive vice president and co-founder, Customer Portfolios, explains how an audit of the customer experience is not only necessary but critical…