CBGB space going retail

December 16, 2007

It was home to a vibrant and influential music scene for the better part of three decades, but the space that was home to New York's CBGB nightclub is being…

Where clothing stores really fail: the dressing room

December 16, 2007

Retail consultancy Adaptive Path recently used its blog to tear into the clothes-buying process. The main culprit: dressing rooms that don't make the shopper…

Stop & Shop offers language assistance to pharmacy customers

December 16, 2007

Boston Herald: Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. is giving some translation assistance to its pharmacy customers who speak little or no English. The supermarket…

Let your customers break (fresh) bread

December 13, 2007

If Ron Wilkinson has his way, consumers are about to acquire a taste for very, very fresh bread. His Bread Bakery, a 7-foot-tall, 4-foot-wide machine, churns…

The planning puzzle

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

For technology, intelligent planning makes all the difference.

Coinstar, redbox take aim at c-stores

December 11, 2007

ATLANTA — No longer content to place DVD-rental kiosks solely in McDonald's restaurants and grocery stores, Coinstar and redbox announced plans to deploy…

Snag shoppers with self-service

Self-service is a key part of any smart multi-channel strategy.

Nike opens first NikeID Studio

December 10, 2007

Nike recently opened its first "NikeID Studio" in London, following similar installations in New York City, Paris and Osaka. The concept connects the in-store…

GameStop opens 'tournament center'

December 10, 2007

The Escapist: GameStop has announced the opening of its first combined store and "tournament center" in San Jose, Calif. The location is 4,000 square feet in…

The psychology of digital signage

by David Drain

A neuroscientist analyzes the effects digital signage has on the brain.

Tapping the POS to test content

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

POS data can provide insight into how well in-store media is working.

Kiosks take over c-stores

Popular self-service devices to move in on convenience stores in 2008.

Optical boutique turns heads — literally

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

Eyewear provider uses creative digital signage to catch the customer's eye.

Sportswear brand Gant puts entire lineup under one roof

November 30, 2007

Display & Design Ideas: For the first time in the United States, historic sportswear brand Gant is showcasing its entire lineup of products—to include…

Umbra opens first retail store in Toronto

November 30, 2007

Display & Design Ideas: In less than a dozen words, Les Mandelbaum, president and co-founder of Toronto-based home goods retailer Umbra, sums up the design…

Staples improves the experience for online shoppers

November 19, 2007

With its online channel a critical part of its growth strategy, Staples needed a commerce platform that would support and fuel its online business growth …

Pep Boys revs up customer service

September 30, 2007

The automotive parts and accessories retailer required an integrated retail environment to be more responsive to customer needs.