Smart Merchandiser releases cloud-based version of e-commerce tool

May 12, 2015

With the new cloud-based version, merchandisers can update Smart Merchandiser's latest features.

Staples launches Microsoft Match

May 8, 2015

Staples will utilize Microsoft Match to pair customers with the right Windows devices.

Companies partner to provide in-store analytics in Middle East

May 8, 2015

Walkbase, an analytics and marketing company, is partnering with BT Al Saudia for delivering in-store analytics in five countries.

Prepaid + Payment Kiosks = The Perfect Fit

Bill payment kiosks provide a boost for the launch of prepaid programs.

IBM, Facebook join forces

May 7, 2015

Facebook and IBM Commerce announced that they will partner to provide brands with tailored marketing capabilities.

Best Buy enhances selfie experience

May 6, 2015

HISY gadgets enhance selfie shots and group shot photography.

Amazon Prime Instant Video takes to the skies

May 6, 2015

Amazon Prime members will have instant access to thousands of titles available on Prime Instant Video over free Wi-Fi at no additional cost to their membership.

Customer is still king according to survey

April 30, 2015

Annual Total Retail Survey emphasizes the need for Canadian retailers to provide a full consumer experience.

Apple announces strong growth in 2Q

April 29, 2015

Robust sales of iPhones, Macs and apps increase revenue by 27 percent, setting a new record, according to an Apple release.

Retailers enhancing customer experience with interactivity

by Casey Dubbs — Marketing Manager, Horizon Display

A look at why adding interactive digital signage could give retailers a seamless customer experience.

Report: Path to online purchasing is nonlinear

by Josh Fischer — Editor, NetWorld

New survey results found that 60 percent of consumers shop online at least once a month and prefer smartphones to tablets.

Chase Commerce Solutions, USA Technologies sign strategic pact

April 28, 2015

USA Technologies provides payment acceptance, including mobile, at various vending machines across the US.

iPad POS designer announces partnership with Powa

April 24, 2015

Retailers and restaurateurs in U.S. and Asia can manage transactions through Bindo, powered by PowaPOS next generation POS hardware, according to a company…

Cabela's encouraging customers to disconnect

April 23, 2015

Cabela's, in partnership with country singer Justin Moore, announces Disconnect Day, a nationwide campaign encouraging Americans to step away from their…

Amazon to offer travel services

April 23, 2015

The new travel service pits Amazon against travel sites like Expedia and TripAdvisor.

Star Micronics launches new cloud-based digital receipting

April 22, 2015

Digital receipting eliminates the issues typically associated with email receipting including the time taken to record email addresses and the potential…

Will mobile app make hiring easier?

April 22, 2015

JobOn's new mobile app allows job seekers to apply and interview by video.

Kmart's Joe Boxer Tracker Band rewards users for doing nothing

April 21, 2015

Kmart is tapping into the fitness tracker trend with an "inactivity tracker" meant to promote the retailer's Joe Boxer pajama brand.

Mobile payments app for restaurant goers seeks to cut wait time and feed the hungry

April 20, 2015

Full Society launches IndieGoGo campaign to finalize app development designed to allow users to donate when paying for a restaurant bill.

Neiman Marcus unveils new Snap. Find. Shop. app

April 20, 2015

New app will allow customers to interface with all of the retailer's inventory using images the user takes of in-store items.