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Chairish Acquires Dering Hall, Adding Interior Design To Its Platform

Chairish, an online marketplace for vintage furniture, has acquired Dering Hall, a discovery platform for contemporary furniture brands and interior designers. The brand will complement the existing portfolio of Chairish…

News January 16

Gymboree Reportedly May File For Bankruptcy This Week

Gymboree is expected to file for bankruptcy protection as early as this week, a person familiar with the matter told CNBC. The company expects to close most of its 900…

News January 16
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Personalization Best Practices For Data-Centric Retailers

In a world where your customers and prospects are expecting personalized communication, more customer data means more complex marketing programs. Unfortunately, for large business-to-consumer (B2C) retail companies, the sheer size…

Executive Viewpoints January 16

Toshiba Paints Picture Of Frictionless Commerce For Retailers Looking To Modernize Shopping

Under the theme “Empowering The Art of Retail,” Toshiba Global Commerce showcased several new advancements during the NRF Big Show. Drawing the biggest crowds and buzz, the company debuted a…

News January 16

NRF2019: How STORY, B8ta And Marxent Fortify Macy’s Experiential Arsenal

Macy’s had an eventful 2018 as it sought to transform its customer experience across all channels, acquiring New York City concept shop STORY, investing in b8ta, which labels itself as a “retail-as-a-service”…

News January 15
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Are Mobile Coupons The Answer To Higher Redemption Rates?

As some frustrated marketers continue to see their traditional paper coupon redemption rates drop, others are discovering viable and successful alternatives. While some marketers continue to wrestle with low direct…

Executive Viewpoints January 15

NRF2019: Ahold Will Deploy 500 Robots To Create More Spill-Proof Supermarkets

Ahold Delhaize has launched nearly 500 robots at its GIANT and Stop & Shop stores to patrol the aisles for spills and, eventually, out-of-stock items. The retailer discussed the capabilities…

News January 15

NRF2019: Patience Is A Virtue When Reaching China’s Young, Tech-Savvy Shoppers

China’s 300 million-strong middle class is expected to double in the next five years as more shoppers gain access to additional income, according to J. Michael Evans, President of Alibaba…

News January 15

Eileen Fisher, Coyuchi: Sustainability Sells, But Only When Products Have Strong Appeal

Sustainability and environmental consciousness can be powerful forces in cementing customer loyalty, but the first step for retailers is offering attractive, high-quality products — particularly in the apparel and textile…

News January 14
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