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Exclusive Q&A With Brian Solis: Why Innovation Is Key To Engaging ‘Gen C’

We’ve all heard about Generations X, Y (a.k.a. Millennials) and Z, but have you heard about Generation C? The “C” stands for “Connected,” and despite the “Generation” title it’s not…

Features March 12

Will Philadelphia’s Cashless Store Ban Stifle Payment Innovation?

In July, Philadelphia will become the first major U.S. city to institute a ban on cashless stores, raising the question of how retailers will approach next-gen payments methods if more…

News March 12

Walmart Plans To Process Returns And Refunds At The Front Of Select Stores

In the latest attempt to make its store experiences more convenient, Walmart will allow shoppers to return purchases and get a refund without having to walk more than a few…

News March 12

What Retailers Need To Know About The New Telephone-Based Payment Card Data Guidance

In November 2018, the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) unveiled its newly revised guidance for Protecting Telephone-based Payment Card Data. Updated for the first time since 2011,…

Executive Viewpoints March 12

What To Expect From #RIC19 Panels: AI, Women’s Leadership, Pop-Ups

Every year, thought-provoking panel discussions are a staple of the Retail Innovation Conference agenda, because they allow a group of industry experts to exchange insiders’ perspectives on the hottest topics…

Features March 12

Seeking To Boost Real Estate Value, Kohl’s Picks An Unlikely Partner: Planet Fitness

Kohl’s is going outside the box in an effort to boost real estate value and bring in more shoppers. The department store will lease space to Planet Fitness to open…

News March 11

Amazon Retires Dash Buttons In Favor Of Digital And Voice Options

After four years, Amazon is un-buttoning its Dash program in favor of virtual reordering, subscriptions and voice shopping options, according to CNET. The program’s popularity has been overtaken by tools…

News March 11

4 Tips For Winning Retailers’ Trust And Confidence With Data

Today’s consumer goods market is crowded, with both well-established players and new disruptors vying for greater customer share. Amidst all this activity, large retailers like Target and Best Buy are…

Executive Viewpoints March 11

Top Takeaways From Shoptalk 2019: Hint…It’s Personal

Shoptalk 2019 did not disappoint: it has established itself as one of the “must attend” retail events of the year. The biggest problem is choosing between compelling sessions, meetings and,…

News March 11
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