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McDonald’s Acquires Voice Ordering Platform, Will Create Tech Lab
McDonald’s is acquiring yet another technology company as it seeks to optimize the customer ordering experience across its 38,000+ locations. With the acquisition of Apprente, a voice-based conversational technology provider, the…
News September 10
Kohl’s President Steps Down; Retailer Appoints New CTO
Kohl’s President Sona Chawla, who serves as second-in-command to CEO Michelle Gass, will step down from her role in mid-October.Chawla, who joined Kohl’s in November 2015 as COO, became President…
News September 10Big Red Rooster Recognized As Design Firm Of The Year
Big Red Rooster, a design and branding firm that helps customers create omnichannel experiences, has been named Design Firm of the Year by design:retail. The award, part of the publication’s…
News September 10
Shopify Acquires Warehouse Automation And Robotics Firm For $450 Million
Shopify is acquiring 6 River Systems, a startup focused on warehouse automation technology development for e-Commerce and retail operations. The purchase is designed to accelerate the growth of the Shopify Fulfillment…
News September 10
Study: 31% Of Retail Associates Still Don’t Receive Formal Workplace Training
Although it’s becoming increasingly accepted that retailers must give their employees a reason to stay (beyond just a paycheck) if they want to improve their culture and ultimately provide an…
Features September 10
2020 Predictions: 4 Potential Trends To Watch For In Fashion E-Commerce
With annual consumption in emerging markets nearing $30 trillion by 2025, the next five years will see the largest market growth in history, giving e-Commerce companies more opportunity to grow exponentially…
Executive Viewpoints September 10
Store Tours: House Of Showfields CEO Tal Zvi Nathanel
Combining rotating art installations, multiple brand pop-ups and lots of interactivity, House of Showfields in Manhattan’s NoHo district promotes a spirit of fun and exploration. Products from brands including Boodles…
News September 10Nordstrom NYC Local Stores Will Accept Macy’s, Kohl’s Returns
In an unprecedented collaboration among major department stores, Nordstrom will accept merchandise returns from Macy’s and Kohl’s at its newly opened Local stores in New York City. The first Nordstrom…
News September 9Fred’s Files For Chapter 11, Plans To Close All Stores Within 60 Days
Fred’s has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and is seeking to enter a debtor-in-possession financing agreement with certain of its existing lenders to raise up to $35 million. The retailer…
News September 9
