Checkpoint intros open EPC number management solution for apparel retailers

January 17, 2011

Checkpoint Systems Inc., a global supplier of shrink management, merchandise visibility and apparel labeling solutions for the retail industry and its supply…

AisleBuyer, Alliance Companies announce partnership

January 17, 2011

AisleBuyer LLC, provider of mobile checkout solutions, announced today that it has formed a strategic partnership with Alliance Companies, a leading expert and…

8 reasons why proximity marketing will matter for retailers in 2011

Proximity marketing exploits activities that consumers are already involved with, and enjoy.

Shopatron adds new features to e-commerce suite

January 12, 2011

Shopatron has unveiled Shopatron 3.0, promising an upgraded customer experience that will lead to increased sales. This announcement comes after months of…

NRF: Intel shows 'Connected Store' proof-of-concept at BIG Show

January 12, 2011

Earlier this week at the National Retail Federation BIG Show in New York City, Intel Corp. unveiled its Connected Store concept, a two-story, 2,400 square-foot…

Square secures new round of funding

by James Wester — Editor 1, Mobile Payments Today

January 11, 2011

According to the Wall Street Journal, mobile payment company Square has secured a new round of funding worth $27.5 million. With this newest round of funding…

DIY Should Mean Saving Money At Home and the Store

by Lisa Biank Fasig — Director, JZMcBride and Associates

The latest grocery news is that the Kroger Co. is testing a new self-checkout technology. My question is: What’s in it for me?

NRF: Convergent technologies on the retail horizon

Shoppers want a seamless cross-channel experience; retailers who miss on convergence could fall behind.

NRF: VeriFone debuts mobile payment solutions (VIDEO)

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

The payments giant unveiled its strategy for mobile at an early sneak-peek on NRF opening day.

Retaligent intros Charisma 1:1 clienteling and loyalty solution

January 9, 2011

Retail software company Retaligent Solutions Inc. recently announced its new retail-specific Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution, Charisma 1:1.

NRF: Target, Walgreens execs talk mobile strategy

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

Executives discussed their strategic approach to integrating mobile with the in-store, online experiences.

Livetweet: Follow the NRF 2011 Big Show

This weekend, the retail world will converge on New York City for the NRF 100th Annual Convention & EXPO. The event takes place January 9-12 at the Jacob…

At CES, Alcatel-Lucent unveils six new retail solutions

January 6, 2011

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, six new retail solutions were debuted by the ng Connect Program, founded by Alcatel-Lucent.The…

Starmount launches mobile POS system for retail

January 5, 2011

Starmount has introduced its new mobile selling assistant, Engage, which it says allows retailers to deliver a more efficient, personalized store experience…

Aruba announces Wi-Fi solution for in-store mobile marketing

January 5, 2011

Aruba Networks has announced a new Wi-Fi solution for in-store mobile marketing, developed in partnership with Digby and Nearbuy Systems, that it says enables…

Tomax adds employee biometrics to POS line

January 4, 2011

Tomax, a provider of real-time merchandising and store execution software applications and services, has integrated U.are.U fingerprint biometrics from…

Fred's Inc. chooses KSS Retail for price modeling and optimization

January 4, 2011

Discount retailer Fred's Inc. of Memphis, Tenn., has selected KSS Retail as its provider of price modeling, forecasting and price optimization. Fred's, with…

Drugstore.com uses live chat, email management to improve customer experience, revenue

Drugstore.com utilizes a solution from RightNow Service, which includes Web self-service, agent desktop, live chat, email management and voice for order…

Reduced Space Symbology increases efficiency, convenience at Dorothy Lane Markets

Revolutionary small barcode from the Uniform Code Council brings robust identification to produce and meat categories.

The top 10 Retail Customer Experience stories of 2010

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

Practical information and tactics resonated loud and clear with readers this year.