Add Dimension in Display Cases with New Combination Riser

Create eye-catching dimension in fresh food cases with the new One Piece Riser Combination from FFR Merchandising.

Wal-Mart SVP: Mobile pay exceeding expectations, meeting consumers' needs

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

There are more than a few big reasons Wal-Mart is advancing its mobile retail customer experience and the big one is consumers want a smooth, fast, easy…

Target lends helping hand to Louisiana flood victims

August 19, 2016

Target will donate up to $400,000 to assist Baton Rouge, LA, and surrounding communities affected by heavy rainfall and severe flooding. The donation includes…

Popular Butterfly™ Hook Now Available in Scan Plate and C-Channel Styles

BF Butterfly™ Hooks are ideal for displaying products on corrugated displays. The hooks securely hold product packages with butterfly and delta holes, and fit…

Target taps supply chain veteran as SVP

August 12, 2016

Target has tapped retail and technology supply chain veteran Preston Mosier, as senior VP, fulfillment operations, beginning Aug. 14.

Petsmart deploys unique musical experience for pets, owners

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

Family pets spending time at a Petsmart PetsHotel, as well as their owners, are getting a much more lyrical experience as the retailer is piping in playlists…

Tips for meeting Generation Z customer expectations

by Molly Wike — Intern, Networld Media Group

Questions about the trickiest group of consumers answered: Unlock the secret to effectively reaching Generation Z.

Fast Text Changes in Popular Chalk Style with New Write-On Tent

Save labor time with quick sign changes using the attractive new Chalkboard Write-On Tent from FFR Merchandising.

Japanese retailer launches New Jersey location

August 9, 2016

MUJI, a Japanese retailer, is launching a New Jersey store, located at the Westfield Garden State Plaza shopping center.

What retailers need to know, and expect, about virtual digital technology

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

Virtual assistant technologies will gain big traction in the next six years, yet use of virtual digital assistants may be a bit slower within retail for a few…

Wal-Mart buying Jet would be a win for Wal-Mart, Jet, consumers and yes, of course, Amazon

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

The news of the top retailer looking to acquire the newest Amazon.com competitor has consumers and industry watchers talking.

Protect corrugated display product with new loss prevention hook

Protect hanging product in corrugated displays while maintaining easy customer access with the economical new DHLP Loss Prevention Hook from FFR Merchandising.

Bots, in-store tech top trends taking place in retail

The first half of the year boasted big changes for the retail industry, with beloved brands like Target completely redesigning their store, and the convenience…

In-store still beats online when it comes to shopping

July 29, 2016

In-store shopping still ranks top with consumers.

Amazon debuts product launch option for entrepreneurs

July 29, 2016

Amazon Launchpad is now launching a Kickstarter Collection, highlighting over 300 products from startups such as Piper, Zivix, Prynt, and MudWatt.

Mobile devices transforming customer experience, reveals study

July 25, 2016

More than three quarters of mobile consumer search efforts contain the word 'coupon,' and nearly as many include the search term 'sale,' according to a new…

Why retailers need to refresh business strategies

July 22, 2016

Consumers expect convenience, ease, and a compelling shopping experience and that means retailers need to re-examine business strategies.

Retailers going mobile in big way, but no big payoff as yet

July 18, 2016

Today's retailers are more than embracing mobile apps, as more than two thirds have one in play. But the payoff isn't hitting big just yet.

Tips on merging in-store, online retail personalities

One of the biggest issues facing retailers is how to merge in-store personalities with online ones. We're not talking about the same colors and logos and…

Staples taps veteran executive to lead North American retail strategy

July 15, 2016

Staples has hired on a new North American Retail president, drawing from its internal management ranks.