Data analytics and the changing world of retail in 2017

If there’s a word that described the retail space in 2016, it’s change. Change in technology, tools and best practices. And, (no surprise), 2017 promises more…

Pre-Order the 2017 FFR Catalog, with 500+ New Retail Merchandising Products

TWINSBURG, Ohio (December 13, 2016) – The 2017 FFR Merchandising catalog is now available for pre-order at www.ffr.com. The catalog is filled with more than…

Ashley Furniture taps VR, AR to deliver an innovative customer experience

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

The national brand is rolling out a consumer augmented reality app and an in-store virtual reality experience come 2017.

Display Unframed Signs Using a Variety of Shovel and Magnetic Bases

TWINSBURG, Ohio (December 6, 2016) – Display unframed signs using a variety of base options with the new Sign Holder for Stem Mount/Base from FFR Merchandising.

Howard Schultz resigning as Starbucks CEO to focus on retail innovation

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

December 1, 2016

Schultz said he personally asked COO Kevin Johnson to fill his shoes because he is a "true servant leader."

Barnes & Noble debuts food, drinks to engage book lovers

November 30, 2016

Not only can you browse thousands of books at the Edina, Minnesota-based Barnes & Noble, you can now also grab a meal and a drink as part of the shopping…

Horseshoes, hand grenades and location data?

Gil Larsen, VP of the Americas at Blis, says retailers either win or don't - unless you're playing horse shoes or chucking hand grenades, neither of which many…

Add Signage to Metal Surfaces with New Pivoting Magnetic Sign Holders

TWINSBURG, Ohio (November 29, 2016) – Create additional signing opportunities with the versatile new 2102 Magnetic Clip-On Sign Holders from FFR Merchandising.

Macys, Stage, JC Penney tops in Black Friday discounts

November 29, 2016

A new report analyzing 8,000 deals across 35 top tier U.S. retailers reveals the best Black Friday deals will be courtesy of Macy’s, with Stage and JC Penney…

5 critical traits to be a future-focused retailer

Bill Chidley, a partner at ChangeUp, offers up the five critical traits required to be a future-focused retailer.

Black Friday: Gimmick, gone or more relevant than ever?

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

Is Black Friday relevant, needed, necessary, or even a valuable marketing opportunity, or has it become a gimmick in the retailer's quest to grab consumers…

Live webinar: How merchant-branded payment boosts brand, loyalty and customer satisfaction

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

Mobile pay is an increasing want for consumers and now there’s a new opportunity for retailers wanting to provide more than just mobile device payment…

Display Signage Two Ways with New Label Holder for Coolers and Freezers

TWINSBURG, Ohio (November 22, 2016) – Display both pricing and promotional signage with a single label holder designed for coolers and freezers with the new…

Wal-Mart's Cyber Week kicks off on Black Friday

November 21, 2016

Mega retailer Wal-Mart is not only boosting product inventory for the upcoming holiday sales season, from 8 million items to more than 23 million, it’s kicking…

FFR Merchandising Acquires Pexco’s Chicago Extrusion Business

TWINSBURG, Ohio (November 18, 2016) – FFR Merchandising, Inc. has acquired Pexco LLC’s Chicago retail display and commercial extrusion business and…

Consumers will shop, spend more on themselves this holiday season

November 18, 2016

Holiday season shoppers won't just be tossing items in the wagon for family and friends. A good portion, 58 percent, will be scouting out discount items for…

Why 30 retailers are asking consumers to self-personalize the shopping experience this holiday

Personalization has long been touted as the Holy Grail for improved customer experience at retail.

Customer experience database aims to help brands 'get on the map'

November 17, 2016

The Interactive Customer Experience Association has released a new customer experience database and map of the best in-venue experiences around the globe.

30 percent of consumers hate Black Friday

November 16, 2016

Black Friday apparently isn't so well loved by consumers despite historical big sales and price reductions on what has long been the busiest holiday season…

Maximize the Functionality of Mod Pods and Pod Shelving with New Pod Filler

TWINSBURG, Ohio (November 16, 2016) – Maximize the appeal and functionality of Pods in produce and fresh areas with the new Pod Shelf Filler from FFR…