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Connected Customers Are Changing The Buying Experience
By Ed Kowalski, Sutherland Every retailer knows customer experience is paramount in today’s competitive landscape. As brands vie for our business, today’s customer is increasingly informed and demanding. These connected…
Executive Viewpoints August 10
So, You Want To Build A Brand Community? 5 Questions To Ask Before You Commit
“I want to build a brand community like Peloton.” We’re hearing this more and more from clients. Tapping into a community makes sense. The conventional belief that consumers make purchase…
Executive Viewpoints August 10
Shoppers Seeking Convenience Will Drive Adoption Of Unmanned Retail
Consumers have become increasingly accustomed to performing tasks themselves, from checking in at the airport to checking out at the supermarket. The next generation of do-it-yourselfism could be unmanned retail,…
News August 10Study: 25% Growth Rate Projected For Retail Coworking Spaces
Coworking spaces at retail properties are predicted to grow at an annual rate of 25% through 2023, according to a new study from commercial real estate service provider JLL Retail.…
News August 9
Walmart And JD.Com Invest Combined $500 Million In Chinese Grocery Delivery Service
In the U.S.-based retail giant’s latest effort to expand its influence in China, Walmart has joined forces with JD.com to invest $500 million in Dada-JD Daojia, a Chinese grocery delivery…
News August 9
Monetate Names New CEO
Personalization software provider Monetate has appointed Stephen Collins to the post of CEO. He will be responsible for leading the drive in Monetate’s next phase of growth and helping expand…
News August 9Party City Partners With Amazon To Reach Costume Customers This Halloween Season
Seeking to expand its digital reach, Party City has partnered with Amazon to sell select product assortments on the e-Commerce giant’s site. Party City will launch the pilot program ahead…
News August 9Albertsons, Rite Aid Call Off $24 Billion Merger Amid Investor Criticism
Albertsons Cos. and Rite Aid have called off their $24 billion megamerger in the wake of investor criticism, leaving both companies wondering what’s next. The announcement came the evening before…
News August 9
Kroger Names VP Of Branding, Marketing And Our Brands Amid Private Label Push
Krogerwill promote Gil Phipps to VP of Branding, Marketing and Our Brands, effective Aug. 15. In his previous role as VP of Our Brands, Phipps spearheaded the evolution of this…
News August 9
