Robot aims to help retailers keep a tally on product, inventory

November 12, 2015

Robotic system can help track inventory, avoid out-of-stock scenarios and product price tag validation.

Tips, advice on preparing the brand for unit expansion

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

Brand unit and location growth requires capital and resources, but there are some other critical aspects as well, according to several successful franchise and…

Target aims to revamp food supply chain strategy, store closures loom as well

November 5, 2015

Target, facing pressures from online and brick-and-mortar competitors, is shuttering over a dozen failing stores and aims to revamp its food-supply chain…

ICX Symposium: Transforming retail with responsive store

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

When it comes to a successful interactive customer experience today’s businesses must focus on finding a balance as there is often a big mismatch between a…

FCES15: How beverages factor into the restaurant customer connection

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Beverages are an important aspect of the consumer dining experience. Being on trend is key to success, say experts.

How Walmart teamed up to drive a successful Halloween candy offering

October 23, 2015

Love the pecan pie M&M? You can thank the world's biggest retailer.

Lululemon pulls in creative director, product chief departing

October 22, 2015

The executive and management revamp continues at the yoga pant maker which is having some supply chain issues.

FCES15: Tips on building a foundation for profitable growth

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

Strategic and profitable growth for today's restaurants, quick service eateries and retailers is a comprehensive endeavor. But it's doable and the number one…

NCR Silver boosts functionality for franchises, small business operators

October 15, 2015

NCR Small Business is upgrading its tablet point of sale system, NCR Silver, to give small business and franchises new marketing, inventory and communication…

Poor inventory control equates to shopper disappointment, lost sales for retailers

October 12, 2015

A whopping 81 percent of consumers experienced an "out-of-stock" experience in the past 12 months, resulting in lost sales for retailers and lots of…

Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Stumptown won't be melding the retail experience

October 7, 2015

Peet’s Coffee & Tea is buying Stumptown Coffee Roasters, but customers won’t find both brands sharing counter space.

From baby shoes to custom shoes in supply chain reliability

by Tom Redd — Global Vice President, Strategic Communications SAP, SAP

Our version of the supply chain today has become much more complex. Along with this complexity, the role of supply chain management (SCM) has increased in…

General Mills sells iconic Green Giant brand in $765M deal

September 4, 2015

General Mills aims to pay down debt and repurchase shares with net proceeds from sale.

Blue Bell kicks off product restocking following recall

Blue Bell Ice Cream is kicking off a five-phase product deployment today and getting its product back on shelves in Texas and Alabama.

Amazon opening yet another Texas fulfillment center

August 21, 2015

E-commerce giant already employs more than 3,500 in the state.

Zenput plugs in new task-management features to drive consistent store experience

August 18, 2015

Streamlined project management features promise to save time and money.

Staples debuts entrepreneurial product portfolio

The seven winners of the Crowd2Shelf tech innovation contest are within consumers' reach at Staples.com.

Amazon preps Illinois center for retail-distribution needs

August 10, 2015

Amazon is getting ready to open the doors of a 500,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Joliet, Illinois.

Macy, Bloomies expand same-day delivery markets

August 7, 2015

Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s delivering same-day delivery to nine more market locations.

3 ways to prep for the ban on trans fats

Food retailers can prepare for the ban by taking a few necessary steps.