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Standard Cognition Acquires In-Store Mapping Tech Provider

Standard Cognition, an AI-powered cashierless checkout provider that has positioned its technology as an “alternative to Amazon Go,”…

News January 7
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Kroger Pilots Two ‘Connected’ Stores With Microsoft Partnership

In its latest push to drive forward its Restock Kroger initiative, the retailer is partnering with Microsoft to…

News January 7
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Study: Only 27.5% Of U.S. Retailers Offer BOPIS, Trailing UK, France, Germany

Buy online/pick up in-store (BOPIS) has been recognized as a key element driving seamless shopper journeys, but U.S.…

News January 7
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Stop & Shop Acquires Supermarket Pioneer King Kullen

Stop & Shop will acquire King Kullen Grocery Co., a Long Island, N.Y.-based supermarket chain. The agreement includes…

News January 4
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Sephora Boosts Perks For High-End Loyalty Shoppers

Sephora is enhancing its Beauty Insider loyalty program with additional gift offerings and perks for higher-tier members. The new…

News January 4
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RetailMeNot Appoints Tarleton CEO As Founder Moves Into Chairman Role

RetailMeNot has appointed Marissa Tarleton as CEO, effective Jan. 7. Tarleton has served as CMO of RetailMeNot since 2015, leading…

News January 4
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As DTC Sales Rise, Retailers Should Leverage Smart Promotions And Instant Gratification

Retailers can’t afford to ignore the rising ubiquity of direct-to-consumer (DTC) options — 81% of American shoppers will…

News January 4
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Hannaford Tests Smart Shelves At Redesigned Concept Store

Hannaford has launched a tech-focused pilot store in Portland, Maine, featuring digital shelves that promote certain product categories…

News January 3

10 Retail Companies Win Customer Engagement Awards

Today’s retailers and brands are hyper-focused on improving their relationships with customers to build long-term loyalty and boost…

News January 3
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