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Do The Mattel Job Cuts Signal A Need For Brands To Go DTC?

Even after cutting approximately 2,200 jobs in the wake of poor Q2 sales, Mattel still has more decisions to make regarding its future. It’s clear that the demise of Toys…

Executive Viewpoints August 1

Expert Advice Helps Keep Return Rates Below 2% For Black Lapel

Black Lapel has brought the professional tailor to the Internet, giving shoppers a way to order accurately fitted custom suits online. With a personalized approach that involves both questionnaires and…

News August 1

Kroger Bans Visa Credit Cards In California Subsidiary, May Extend Chainwide

Foods Co. Supermarkets, a California-based unit of grocery giant Kroger, will stop accepting Visa credit cards at 21 stores and five fuel centers on Aug. 14 due to high interchange…

News August 1
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What Big Retailers Can Learn From E-Commerce Startups

Technology is a tool. A commodity. But its effect on business models and competition is time relative. Today, no company has an advantage over their competitors because of how they…

Executive Viewpoints August 1

Exclusive Q&A: How Loot Crate Is Managing An Influencer Tipping Point

Six years young, Loot Crate is a self-proclaimed “leading subscription commerce platform targeting super fans of entertainment franchises.” While Loot Crate appeals to all ages with its family-friendly product, a…

Features July 31

South Korean Telecom Launches AR Shopping Service

KT Corp., a South Korean telecommunications company, has launched a mobile shopping service paired with augmented reality (AR) technology. The AR Market will let shoppers view 360-degree videos of products…

News July 31

L’Occitane UK Boosts Mobile Conversions 159% With Personalized Product Displays

L’OCCITANE en Provence is leveraging personalization across its 50 e-Commerce sites operating worldwide to deliver an experience on par with brick-and-mortar shopping. The brand’s UK e-Commerce division reported a 159%…

News July 31

Hy-Vee Selects Solution Offering Enhanced Omnichannel Options

Hy-Vee will deploy a POS platform and solution suite from GK Software to enhance its omnichannel offerings. The software will provide the supermarket retailer with a single platform that can…

News July 31

123 Toys ‘R’ Us Stores Will Go On Auction Block

More than 120 Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us properties in 29 states will be auctioned on August 13 and 14, provided qualified bids exceed a pre-set threshold by…

News July 31
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