Consumers expect to spend more in back-to-school shopping

July 19, 2023

Consumers shopping for back-to-school items will spend 15.7% more this year compared to 2022, according to a JLL survey.

At the Watercooler with Ferran Gállego of Code Factory

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

Ferran Gállego, CTO at Code Factory, is passionate about creating intuitive user experiences and a big believer that voice interfaces aren’t just for…

3 things to do now to prepare your business for the holiday rush

The holidays can be one of the most challenging yet fruitful times of the year for retailers as they strive to end the year on a high note. And right now, in…

Consumers crave convenience when it comes to checkout

July 14, 2023

A hefty number of consumers, 65%, would like to purchase directly from a link in-content and are highly motivated by online content.

New demands of chief merchant role require new tools to excel

by Kristin Howell — Global Vice President, Retail Marketing & Merchandising, SAP

When it comes to the chief merchant role there have been big changes across the retail landscape. The list includes skills, tools and expertise required to…

Sam's Club leveraging data to boost customer shopping experience

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

Sam’s Club knows real-time insights make for better-informed decision making and, ultimately, boost the customer’s shopping experience.

Australian brand taps NewStore to unified customer experience

July 5, 2023

Lorna Jane, an Australia-based activewear brand, is deploying NewStore's mobile-first omnichannel cloud platform across its 107 stores to boost omnichannel…

Doing more with less: Redefining productivity amidst economic disruption

by Jeff Griffin — Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Nfinite

With limited financial resources, it’s essential for retailers to be strategic in how they set themselves up for success in this climate. Here's insight on how…

Automation a win-win for grocers, consumers

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

Automating online grocery selection can bring savings for food markets and consumers and drive a more rewarding customer experience.

Chatmeter reimagines Surveys to better integrate structured and unstructured Data

Chatmeter, a leader in brand intelligence and reputation management, announced the launch of Surveys, its advanced survey creator, further solidifying its…

Sports brand teams with Salesfloor to boost customer experience

June 26, 2023

Sports brand PUMA India is partnering with Salesfloor, a customer engagement platform, to bolster customer relations by integrating and elevating its online…

Bonobos founder joins WHP Global as advisor

June 22, 2023

Andy Dunn, founder of Bonobos, is joining WHP Global in an advisory role following WHP Global and Express Inc.'s recent acquisition of Bonobos.

Home furnishings retailer taps PredictSpring for omnichannel strategy

June 21, 2023

Bouclair, a home furnishing and décor brand in Canada, has deployed PredictSpring's POS into its retail locations.

How retailers can give what beauty shoppers want: A personal customer experience

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

While the days of a makeover at a cosmetics counter in a department store aren’t over, as consumers are still loving the in-store experience, more and more…

Paris fashion icon Balmain boosts order management to improve experience

June 15, 2023

Parisian fashion house Balmain is deploying the distributed order management system from Fluent Order Management across its online boutiques, in the Americas…

How modern e-commerce brands can build lifelong customer relationships

by Shilpi Narang — SVP of Customer Experience, Bolt

Three tips to take shoppers from browsers to buyers to customers.

2023 ICX Summit: Crafting an inclusive experience

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

Inclusivity, within the retail and banking customer environment, is the focus of a panel talk at the upcoming Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Sept.

J Crew taps Obsess to power immersive virtual store experience

June 13, 2023

Fashion retailer J.Crew has launched an immersive virtual store that offers a 3D experience in celebration of the retailer's 40th anniversary.

'Skimpflation’ reflects higher consumer cost challenge

June 13, 2023

Some retailers are resorting to "shrinkflation" and "skimpflation" to deal with inflation and conserve resources.

Carhartt names Tara Roemke as merchandising VP

June 12, 2023

Tara Roemke has been named VP of global merchandising for Carhartt, a family-owned workwear brand.