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NRF 2017: Personalization, Deep Analytics And Talking Robots

This year’s NRF Big Show did not disappoint. The show floor was busy and energetic from Sunday through…

Features January 24
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When Retail Innovators Get It Right…And When They Get It Wrong

One of the hallmarks of the NRF Big Show is the onslaught of technology that just seems to…

Features January 24
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Web Site Utility Drives Satisfaction Among U.S. Consumers

Whether in the U.S., China or Germany, the usefulness of e-Commerce sites and apps — known as utility…

News January 24
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Shoptalk Launches European Conference With $2 Million Funding Round

E-Commerce event organizer Shoptalk is launching another conference — this time in Europe. Shoptalk Europe will take place…

News January 23
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Regulatory Caution Keeps Walgreens-Rite Aid Merger On Thin Ice

Those looking forward to the anticipated Walgreens–Rite Aid merger may need to hold the phone; the Federal Trade…

News January 23
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Study: Home Depot, Macy’s, Nordstrom Provide Best In-Store Mobile Experiences

As mobile continues to be a driving force in how consumers shop today, a recent report from DMI,…

News January 23
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Manthan Launches Voice-Based Agent For Business Analytics

Manthan has launched an AI-powered conversational agent for business analytics called “Maya.” Much like Amazon’s Alexa or Apple’s…

News January 23
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Tips To Kick-Off Your Omnichannel New Year’s Resolution: Investing In Returns

By Kevon Hills, StellaService With more consumers buying gifts online this past holiday season than ever, retailers have…

Executive Viewpoints January 23
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Study: Gen Z Wields $44 Billion In Buying Power

Generation Z are known to be true digital natives, yet research shows that a majority of Gen Z…

Features January 23
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