Navigating the challenges of retail self-service

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

Frank Mayer and Associates discusses what solutions stay afloat in the sea of self-service.

Cabela's to open more stores with 'museum quality' wildlife displays

July 29, 2013

Cabela's Incorporated has announced plans to open four new locations spanning from Georgia to Canada, all featuring elements of the chain's experience-centric…

Are Nordstrom and Pinterest made for each other?

Nordstrom is big on Pinterest, but will the social media site be big inside the chain's department stores?

How do retail shoppers feel about surveillance?

The eyes in the mannequin just might be watching every move you make.

Study: In-store merchandising is broken

July 17, 2013

In a study by RIS News and RBM Technologies, in-store merchandising practices were deemed broken or outdated for a majority of national and regional retail…

How in-store navigation impacts customer experience

by Jeannie Walters — Chief Customer Experience Investigator, 360Connext

Few phrases conjure up more anxiety than "we're lost."

Vendaria launches cloud-based product discovery platform Sidekick

July 11, 2013

Vendaria Media, a provider of digital merchandising tools and services to leading manufacturers and retailers for more than a decade, has introduced its…

Are pop-ups a permanent fixture in retailing?

For shopping centers and permanent stores, a pop-up can create excitement and a sense of urgency that can drive traffic.

No touchscreen required: New tech turns tables interactive

Digital signage projection helps to turn every table into a touchscreen.

New solution helps control labor, inventory costs

WhentoManage has launched a new platform to help control inventory and labor costs, said Walker Thompson, VP of sales and marketing. The solution connects the…

Microsoft attempts to boost sales with Best Buy mini-stores

June 14, 2013

Microsoft has announced that it will open 500 mini-stores within existing Best Buy locations in the U.S., selling Windows-based tablets, computers and other…

European provider of ESL tech turns to NFC

June 11, 2013

Identive Group Inc. today announced that Store Electronic Systems, France-based providers of electronic shelf labeling (ESL) systems for food and non-food…

Window shopping gets real with eBay's 'shoppable windows'

June 6, 2013

EBay Inc. is launching a solution for storefronts aimed at increasing a retailer's sales — and keeping the commerce flowing even after business hours.

RadioShack deal gives brand higher education

May 17, 2013

RadioShack landed a five-year contract with the National Association of College Stores to install its own label-branded fixtures and popular merchandise in…

RichRelevance expands global presence with acquisition of Avail

May 14, 2013

RichRelevance, the company behind personalized online product recommendations for clients including Walmart, Sears and Target, announced it has acquired Avail…

Are checkout impulse buys a mobile casualty?

Sales of items typically stocked near grocery checkout counters have fallen sharply over the last year and a half.

Checkpoint intros hardware for RFID transition

April 30, 2013

Checkpoint Systems, a supplier of shrink management, merchandise visibility and apparel labeling solutions for the retail industry, today announced the launch…

AOPEN, Intel tracking solution helps retailers gauge customer response to digital signage

April 18, 2013

Retailers are turning to advanced motion sensors to gauge the effectiveness of their advertising. And today’s precise customer tracking tools can not only…

Walkbase traffic tracking integrates Google Analytics for online/offline traffic comparisons

April 17, 2013

Walkbase, a London-based company that offers a traffic-tracking solution for retailers, has announced it is now offering integration with Google Analytics…

Commentary: On Martha Stewart's latest courtroom battle

Macy's has accused JC Penney of entering into an illegal licensing agreement with Stewart's company.