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0aaaRonen Luzon MySizeID

Issues With The Lack Of A Universal Sizing System

We’ve all experienced the frustrations associated with the lack of a universal sizing system across retail. It’s created a perpetual guessing game of what size will fit you best when…

Executive Viewpoints May 6

Despite Hype, 60% Of Shoppers Still Haven’t Experienced VR/AR Technologies In-Store

Although 46% of retailers say they plan to deploy AR or VR solutions by 2020, it appears that real-world deployment of these technologies remains low — at least in the…

News May 6

Walmart Tests Store Staff Restructuring At 75 Stores

Walmart is testing a new employee framework in 75 Neighborhood Market stores to measure how it compares to the present store management structure. Called “Great Workplace,” the initiative is expanding…

News May 3

Retailers Implement Device Intelligence To Counteract Credential Stuffers

By Chris Ryan, Experian It’s an all too familiar scenario — a consumer recognizes an online purchase they never approved, and has to dispute the charge and reset their password.…

Executive Viewpoints May 3
0aaaStephanie Kidder Storefront

The On-Demand Economy And Retail: Is The Tipping Point Upon Us?

I read a poignant column the other day from a favorite journalist of mine, Kara Swisher, Editor of Recode and a contributor to The New York Times. It was titled:…

Executive Viewpoints May 3

Swiss Personal Care Brand Boosts #GlobalGarden Campaign Engagement With UGC

Weleda, a manufacturer and online seller of natural cosmetics, personal care products and alternative medicines, leveraged user-generated content (UGC) to promote “real” beauty and, more importantly, drive customer engagement during its Global…

Features May 3

Ascena Names New CEO Amid Leadership Changes

Ascena Retail Group has promoted Gary Muto to CEO of Ascena Retail Group from his previous role as CEO of Ascena Brands, effective May 2. He replaces outgoing CEO David…

News May 2

Amazon Rebrands Middle Eastern Souq Marketplace, Redirects Shoppers To Amazon.ae

Two years ago, Amazon made its first major move into the Middle East with its 2017 acquisition of online marketplace Souq for $580 million. Now the e-Commerce giant is further…

News May 2

Nordstrom Opening Two ‘Local’ Hubs In NYC To Complement Existing Stores

Nordstrom will expand its presence in New York City with two merchandise-free Nordstrom Local service hubs, in the West Village and on the Upper East Side. These locations will offer…

News May 2
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