Sock vending machines launch in San Francisco

August 9, 2019

The Sock Spot, a novelty sock retailer, has launched the first of several automated retail units at the Westfield San Francisco Centre, according to a press…

Target marks 20th designer partnership with limited-edition collection

August 8, 2019

Target Corporation is marking the 20th anniversary of its first designer partnership, with Michael Graves, via a limited-edition collection featuring 30…

Under Armour, Grupo Vidanta share tips on boosting customer experience, engagement

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

While focused on consumers in vastly different industries, the two brands have a common goal: crafting a robust customer experience built on engagement.

Target, Walmart leading hourly wage increases

August 6, 2019

The hourly retail minimum wage is the highest it has been since the end of 2003, primarily due to top retailer support for increased pay.

Nordstrom clan aiming to boost ownership stake

August 2, 2019

Several Nordstrom family members are reportedly aiming to grab a bigger stake in the retailer even as the company's shares slip downward.

Back-to-school spend will be big on gadgets

July 19, 2019

Back-to-school spending is predicted to hit $27.8 billion this year, with electronic devices and gadgets top of mind for consumers, according to Deloitte's…

As summer starts Target gears up for back-to-school season

July 2, 2019

With most schools now officially out for the summer Target is already thinking about late August when those same students are lamenting the end of summer.

Collective intelligence: How brands and retailers both win with data-sharing

Retailers and brands that engage in co-marketing campaigns with pooled customer data can boost customer satisfaction and success rates by creating more…

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Target chief apologizes for cash register crash issues

June 19, 2019

Target CEO Brian Cornell apologized to customers Wednesday about the cash register and credit card processing snafus of the past weekend, which shuttered…

Intelligent Devices: A Guide to IoT Applications for Retail Device Manufacturers

Retailers are increasingly incorporating Internet-of-Things devices into store operations, but delivering on the value proposition requires dependable…

Vuitton handbags boast AMOLED displays

May 29, 2019

The latest flexible display (think foldable smartphones, roll-up TVs) will soon be on a special line of Louis Vuitton handbags.

Nike, Dick's Sporting Goods charge forward with customer personalization

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Two of the top leading sporting goods retailers offer insight on digital initiatives aimed at improving customer personalization.

Haverdash puts fashion on the rental shelf

May 17, 2019

Haverdash is a new unlimited rental service offering fashion lovers an opportunity to experiment.

Prada taps Oracle cloud tech for retail processes

April 18, 2019

The Prada Group is using Oracle technology to analyze historical data and market demands across its global retail network of 634 stores.

Red Wing Shoe Company opens flagship in New York City

April 1, 2019

Red Wing Shoe Company, a 110-year-old footwear retailer, has opened a flagship store in Manhattan, New York, at 11 Penn Plaza.

Nike NY flagship stocked high with customer personalization features

December 24, 2018

The Nike Fifth Avenue flagship in New York City features tons of ways customers can customize and personalize footwear and clothing, as well as innovative…

Bluefly partners with 4Cite to spur customer response, influence purchase behavior

September 26, 2018

Fashion marketplace Bluefly is partnering with 4Cite, a people-based identification and insights service provider, to gain insight for driving consumer…

Walmart, aka Jet.com, arrives in the Bronx

September 20, 2018

Walmart's Jet.com is leasing warehouse space in the Bronx, New York after what's been a lengthy battle to establish an e-commerce footprint.

Amazon Fashion debuts J.Crew merch

September 14, 2018

Amazon has a new brand on its virtual fashion shelves as J.Crew Mercantile items are available at Amazon.com.

Examining the online apparel retail customer experience

Brooke Patton, research content specialist at GutCheck, offers insight on the retail apparel industry which is straddling an omnichannel landscape and how it…