Big Data helping Russian retail chain improve path to purchase

June 28, 2013

Synqera, a Saint Petersburg, Russia-based technology firm, announced its joint pilot program with Ulybka Radugi, a large Russian retail chain. Ulybka will…

Western Union invests in data tech

June 25, 2013

The Western Union Company announced an internal Big Data initiative designed to help define and capture growth opportunities within the company's digital…

For retail, 'Big Data' means big benefits

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

The benefits of predictive analytics in retail could outweigh the potential for consumer concern.

Staples tacks on digital signage, kiosks to omnichannel stores

Office supply chain Staples recently announced the launch of its omnichannel prototype stores that feature endless-aisle kiosks and digital signage. The…

How Intel is tackling omnichannel with digital signage

by Christopher Hall

The company's latest platform helps retailers keep pace with new technologies.

Report: Retailers ready to spend on expansion, technology

June 18, 2013

Amid an environment challenged by rapidly changing consumer confidence and high national unemployment rates, retail executives say they will be investing…

New solution helps control labor, inventory costs

WhentoManage has launched a new platform to help control inventory and labor costs, said Walker Thompson, VP of sales and marketing. The solution connects the…

Fujitsu updates U-Scan self-checkout software

June 18, 2013

Fujitsu today announced its next generation of the U-Scan self checkout with features that the company said will benefit retailers in a competitive market.

Sony, Sprint executives to talk showrooming at August retail summit

June 13, 2013

LOUISVILLE, KY — Executives from Sony and Sprint will present strategies for turning showrooming into a blessing rather than a curse in an afternoon session at…

HP tablet jacket turns device into POS

June 12, 2013

Hewlett Packard introduced a jacket for its ElitePad that transforms the tablet into a point-of-sale device, according to crn.com.

Retail trends in customer experience

by Gary Edwards — Chief Customer Officer, Emathica

With today’s consumers looking for more out of their retail experiences and actively seeking out opportunities to build relationships with the brands that…

Commentary: Breaking down silos with in-store mobility

Innovative retailers are creating a richer customer experience with mobile devices.

European provider of ESL tech turns to NFC

June 11, 2013

Identive Group Inc. today announced that Store Electronic Systems, France-based providers of electronic shelf labeling (ESL) systems for food and non-food…

Startup Ordoro launches multichannel synchronization for e-commerce

June 6, 2013

Ordoro, a company that helps retailers manage everything that happens after an order is placed on their website, today announced its latest offering …

Window shopping gets real with eBay's 'shoppable windows'

June 6, 2013

EBay Inc. is launching a solution for storefronts aimed at increasing a retailer's sales — and keeping the commerce flowing even after business hours.

National Retail Federation launches new website, jobs board

June 5, 2013

The National Retail Federation today announced the launch of its content-driven website, thisisretail.org, as well as Retail Jobs powered by NRF, a recruiting…

Steve Madden turns to MICROS to boost e-commerce presence

June 5, 2013

Information technology provider MICROS Systems has announced a partnership with footwear and accessories retailer Steve Madden to reinvigorate its e-commerce…

Sport Chek Retail Lab cultivates tech-heavy customer experience

by Christopher Hall

The Canadian sporting goods chain created an award-winning retail environment at its flagship in Toronto.

ShopKeep POS named a top private company

June 4, 2013

ShopKeep POS, an iPad POS provider to brick-and-mortar merchants, announced it has been named to the Red Herring Top 100 leading private companies in the U.S.

ShopperTrak acquires RapidBlue for in-depth analytics power

June 3, 2013

ShopperTrak, a company specializing in the analysis of retail foot traffic, announced today the acquisition of RapidBlue Solutions Oy, a European provider of…