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How Localization is Helping CVS Position Itself as the Modern General Store

CVS is one of the largest retailers in the U.S. by store count, with more than 9,000 locations…

Features March 26
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As POS Disperses Around the Store, Cloud and Edge Computing Gain Prominence

The basic service that a point-of-sale (POS) device provides — checking out customers — is essential to any…

Features March 25
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Driving Impact with Creators: Inside Ogee’s Advertising Playbook

Ogee provides makeup and skincare products that are “safe for your skin, safe for the planet.” But while…

Features March 24
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Tariffs, AI, Social Trends Create ‘Powerful New Pathways’ for Resale

As it has for several years, the resale market continues to grow — and the current headwinds other…

Features March 21
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Why Stitch Fix is Focusing on its Human Stylists When Everyone Else is Talking About AI

These days it seems everyone is an “AI company” — whether the goal is boosting SEO or sales…

Features March 20
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Pop-Ups Prove Their Versatility: Product Debuts, Event Tie-Ins and On-the-Ground Testing

While pop-ups aren’t a new phenomenon, they have become more sophisticated and varied in recent years. They can…

Features March 19
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Retail is the Most Common Location for Gun Violence, but There’s More to the Story

In 2024 there were 5,462 gun-related incidents in the U.S., and retail represented the single biggest vertical where…

Features March 18
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AI in Action: How Retailers are Transforming Demand Forecasting with New Tech

The requirements for retail success don’t get much more basic than the ability to accurately forecast customer demand.…

Features March 17
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How LVMH is Nurturing the Next Generation of Luxury Leaders

It’s no secret that attracting and keeping retail talent is becoming ever more difficult. To tackle this challenge,…

Features March 14
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