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Target Tests IoT-Enhanced Connected Living Space

With its consumer electronic tech sales down 1% last year, Target is looking ahead to a future where…

News June 6
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Canadian Chocolatier Launches Streamlined Interactive E-Commerce Site

Online customers of Purdys Chocolatier will gain access to rich interactive content and simplified navigation on the retailer’s…

News June 6
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New Pop-Up Shop Uses RFID To Discover Fido’s Favorite Toy

We’ve discussed many types of customers here on Retail TouchPoints, from Millennials and Baby Boomers, to Gen Z.…

News June 6
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Broadway, Baby: Nordstrom To Market Tony Awards Red Carpet Looks

The demand for fast fashion has led some brands to think outside the box of traditional commerce to…

News June 6
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Retail-Focused Marketing Agency Mosaic Acquires Content Producer

Mosaic, a marketing agency with a focus on retail clients, has acquired data-driven content producer Contend for an…

News June 3
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Walmart Canada Cuts Back On Fitting Rooms, Prioritizes Sales Space

In what could signal a shift in how big box retailers allocate their precious brick-and-mortar square footage, Walmart…

News June 2
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Vibes Raises $45 Million To Help Chipotle, Gap Create Mobile Campaigns

Chicago-based mobile marketing technology provider Vibes has secured $45 million in funding for global expansion. This investment, from…

News June 2
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Salesforce Acquires Demandware For $2.8 Billion To Create ‘Another Billion Dollar Cloud’

WHAT ARE THE KEY TOUCHPOINTS?: Salesforce will provide a tender offer for all outstanding Demandware shares for $75…

News June 1
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Staples CEO Exit Highlights M&A Risks

Staples Chairman and CEO Ron Sargent has agreed to step down from his position on June 14, just…

News June 1
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