Target deploys beacon technology to boost customer experience

Using the Target iPhone app, customers can get insight on sales and special deals during pilot program.

SITO Mobile chief to ring market closing bell Thursday

August 12, 2015

The mobile solution provider's NASDAQ uplisting will be marked by the bell ringing event.

Mobile consumers tap different online sites for different needs

August 12, 2015

Mobile shoppers have different sites for product research and product pricing, and loyalty plays a part in mobile buying.

Consumers love the personal touch in email marketing

August 12, 2015

Taking time to customize that email strategy can pay off for retailers.

Back-to-School: Reports reveal what’s hot, what’s not and consumer trends

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Consumer shopping reports reveal some new trends and why consumer activity will be down a bit compared to a year ago.

There's still time to hit CONNECT 2015: An industry event not to miss

August 6, 2015

Don't miss an opportunity to hear from experts, retail and restaurant leaders on everything from mobile payment to technology innovation.

Visa tests new mobile wallet service in India

August 6, 2015

Starting in September, mVisa will be available to 20,000 merchants in the greater Bangalore region.

Target drops shipping fee to push back-to-school online traffic

August 6, 2015

Shoppers buying school supplies at Target.com will get all items sent free with no minimum purchase requirement for next nine days.

Mobile POS market expected to increase 400 pct. by 2019

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

If you're overwhelmed by the amount of choices in the current mobile point-of-sale market, prepare to feel that way for the next four years because this sector…

Engaging the millennial shopper: It's not easy but it can be done

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Getting millennials on board as loyal customers isn't just about tweeting, posting and sharing the latest products on Instagram.

Back-to-School: Making shopping easier key to driving customer loyalty, engagement

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Consumers rely on lists for back-to-school shopping, so helping them find what they need as easily as possible enhances the store experience and drives loyalty…

App-less mobile tool strives to engage shoppers, boost traffic and sales

Web platform offers up engagement opportunity as well as data analytics capability.

Retail sales heading upward as summer hits full swing

July 30, 2015

July delivers small sales boost but not as much as industry watchers expected.

Amazon debuts push-button service to make re-stocking super easy

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Convenience is at the core of mega online retailer's re-order service.

Mobile payment gains ground but cash, debit cards still rule the register

July 30, 2015

Retail payment remains a mix of options as consumers focus on convenience, reveals new study.

Consumer apps are a must-have for the food retail business, reveals new research

July 29, 2015

Grocery apps for shoppers are a great way to enhance customer interaction and spur consumer loyalty.

Report: Amazon launching drive-thru grocery store concept

July 27, 2015

Amazon is reportedly once again expanding its retail footprint, this time with a Silicon Valley-based food selling operation.

Study: It's a mobile, mobile, mobile retailing world

July 24, 2015

New report reveals mobile apps generate almost 50 percent of mobile transactions for some of the biggest e-commerce players.

Google mobile buy button move is all about helping consumers, retailers

July 22, 2015

Search giant Google not only wants its users to find what they need but buy what they need without leaving its website.

Amazon expands handyman service to 15 metro areas

July 22, 2015

Amazon Home Services is expanding nationwide in terms of providers and services, as it begins moving into 15 metro areas including Atlanta, Boston, Miami and…