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Gap Closes Additional Stores In Wake Of Weak Q3

Struggling apparel retailer Gap said it would close as many as 65 company-operated stores this year, compared with its previous forecast of shuttering approximately 50 stores. The San Francisco-based company…

News November 18

Customer Feedback Solution Wins Inaugural CART Innovation Award

The Center for Advancing Retail & Technology (CART) has named Wyzerr the winner of its inaugural Retail Innovation Pitch Event. The Wyzerr survey tool leverages gamification and artificial intelligence to…

News November 18
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Former DICK’s CFO Joins Gap Inc.

Gap Inc. has announced the appointment of Teri List-Stoll as Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer, effective Jan. 17, 2017. List-Stoll succeeds Sabrina Simmons, who announced she will part ways…

News November 18

The Changing Face Of Retail: Omnichannel Strategies For Growth

By Brian Hodgson, Descartes Systems Group The retail landscape is changing dramatically, with consumers flocking to online shopping in droves, especially during the holidays. According to a report by Adobe,…

Executive Viewpoints November 18

Consumer Reviews Help Formula Seller Boost Retail Presence 131%

Businesses that don’t get much publicity, or can’t afford a major advertising campaign, often rely on word of mouth to drive more awareness for their brand. Kabrita is no exception.…

Features November 18

Election Depresses Online Spending By $800 Million

In the two weeks surrounding the U.S. presidential election, retailers lost out on more than $800 million in revenue from online sales — with the sharpest spending drop occurring in…

News November 17

Why Do Your Job When Influencers Can Do Your Job For You?

Influencers have become a major source of advocacy for brands. Sure, television, radio and print continue to be tried-and-true vehicles for promotion, but social media platforms and digital influencers mean…

Executive Viewpoints November 17

Walmart Boosts E-Commerce Sales 21% On Heels Of Jet.com Acquisition

Walmart’s $3.3 billion acquisition of e-Commerce site Jet.com already appears to be paying dividends for the retail giant. The brand boosted e-Commerce sales 21% in Q3, marking the retailer’s second…

News November 17

Hollywood & Highland Launches Contest To Find ‘The Next Great Pop-Up’

Hollywood & Highland, a Los Angeles shopping center and entertainment destination , has opened up a competition for established and aspiring pop-up store brands: The Search for the Next Great…

News November 17
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