Tyco updates retail RFID tools

August 21, 2014

The new features enable retailers to maximize existing investments in iOS devices for RFID inventory transactions and to support in-store mobility strategies.

New Balance uses live omnichannel event to promote its latest running-shoe launch

by Greg Sharpless

August 14, 2014

Footwear manufacturer New Balance is partnering with Oregon-based Brandlive to produce a four-day series of online and in-store video events, all designed to…

Epicurious using beacons for in-store experiences

August 8, 2014

Swirl beacons installed in retail shopping locations throughout North America will be used to trigger delivery of value-added lifestyle content and…

TouchStore aims to engage in-store shoppers on their mobile devices

August 6, 2014

TouchCommerce has announced its newest solution, TouchStore, which it says enables retailers to enhance the omni-channel shopping experience for in-store…

Sitecore introduces .NET-based experience commerce platform

August 5, 2014

Sitecore has announced an early access program for Sitecore Commerce, which it says is the first enterprise-grade .NET customer experience management solution…

Ugam unveils Assortment Intelligence tool for retailers

August 4, 2014

Ugam has announced Assortment Intelligence, a solution that it says generates insights for retailers about what products to keep, carry and drop, based on…

Simon adding beacons to create 200 'smart malls'

August 4, 2014

The expansion of the program across a broader number of Simon's malls, Premium Outlet and Mills centers is expected to be completed by spring of 2015.

Department of Homeland Security warns retailers of new POS malware

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

August 1, 2014

Backoff uses a variety of methods to compromise the POS, including keylogging and injecting malicious code into explorer.exe. That second one is particularly…

Ingenico to deploy Canada's first EMV and contactless mPOS product

August 1, 2014

Ingenico Group announced Thursday that Moneris Solutions Corp., Canada's largest credit and debit card processor, has selected Ingenico to deploy Canada's…

NoshList adds new reservations feature for restaurants, retailers

July 31, 2014

NoshList has added reservations and scheduling features to its app, to help businesses further manage their daily wait lists.

GameStop adding beacons to its stores

July 31, 2014

Under the agreement, Shelfbucks will roll out its platform to GameStop stores in its test markets, including Austin and College Station, Texas, beginning in…

BitPay announces free-of-charge bitcoin processing for merchants

July 30, 2014

Digital currency firm BitPay has announced a new pricing plan which offers basic payment processing free-of-charge, forever.

Lord & Taylor deploying beacons in North American stores

July 28, 2014

HBC Department Store Group today announced it is deploying the Swirl in-store beacon marketing platform to deliver digital experiences to consumers…

Target app uses image recognition to speed mobile purchases

July 23, 2014

Earlier this week, Target unveiled its new iOS app "In a Snap," which lets users scan images of products in an advertisement and either purchase them or save…

Fashion retailer Zara adds RFID-based inventory intelligence

July 21, 2014

Tyco Retail Solutions announced that Inditex Group, one of the world’s largest fashion retailers, has awarded Tyco a chain-wide contract for RFID-based…

Skin care brand applies digital signage for in-store experience

July 18, 2014

Skin care brand Dermalogica recently opend its second and third concept stores featuring face-mapping skin analysis, skin bar and micro-zone skin treatments in…

Vibes introduces personalized push messaging for brands

July 17, 2014

Mobile marketing firm Vibes has announced the release of personalized Push Messaging, integrated with Catapult, its mobile relationship management platform for…

First Data introduces Perka mobile loyalty solution for SMB merchants

July 16, 2014

First Data Corporation has announced the commercial integration of its Perka Mobile Loyalty Solution. Its apps are now available through First Data…

Slyde app combines loyalty, deals and touchless payments

July 15, 2014

SK Planet Inc., the U.S.-based mobile commerce subsidiary affiliated with wireless giant SK Telecom, has announced its beta launch of a touchless…

Report says most retailers lag Amazon in strategic use of analytics

July 9, 2014

The retail industry is rich in data, yet retailers struggle to derive significant value from their analytics investments, according to a new research report…