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Industry Events In 2017 That Will Define Our Industry’s Future

By Dan Hodges, Custom Curated Experiences For many people in the retail industry, the year 2016 was one of the most fascinating and unpredictable times in living memory. All over…

Executive Viewpoints December 9

Organized Retail Crime Hurts You (Even If You’re Not CVS Or Walgreens)

I’ve been covering the retail industry for a long time now, but just had my first truly intensive lesson on Organized Retail Crime (ORC) and its effect on the industry…

Editor's Perspective December 9

NRF Big Show Preview: Editors’ Picks For Can’t Miss Sessions

Bigger than ever, the 2017 National Retail Federation (NRF) Annual Big Show will feature more than 300 speakers delivering more than 55 breakout sessions and 11 keynotes on six different…

Features December 9

Swank Boutique Ramps Up Store Surveillance With HD Cameras

Swank Boutique offers women’s accessories, jewelry, small gifts and clothing that can slip off hangers or fall victim to sleight of hand quite easily, so shoplifting attempts can be common. To protect…

News December 8

Starbucks Five-Year Plan: 12,000 New Stores And A Focus On China

While Howard Schultz’s upcoming retirement as Starbucks’ CEO has sparked many questions about the coffee giant’s future direction, the company certainly isn’t slowing down its expansion efforts. Starbucks plans to…

News December 8

Sweet Deal: 5 Ways Godiva Is Rethinking Digital

Godiva Chocolatier Director of Ecommerce, Brita Turner, shares exclusive insights into the retailer’s recent digital transformation, which delivered 16% sales increases and a 12% boost in conversion rate.  The holiday…

Features December 8

High-Tech Shoppers Are High On Mobile And Social Usage

According to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), 68% of consumers —roughly 170 million people —plan to purchase technology gifts this holiday season. With high-tech purchases expected to account for a…

News December 7

Staples Sells Majority Stake In European Business

Staples is selling a controlling interest in its European operations to an affiliate of private investment firm Cerberus Capital Management for $53.6 million, as the struggling office supplies retailer continues…

News December 7

American Apparel Warns 3,500 Employees Of Possible Layoffs

Last month, American Apparel filed for bankruptcy for the second time in 13 months, and said that it would be selling off $66 million in assets and intellectual property to…

News December 7
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