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Can LivingSocial Help Groupon Climb Out Of Its Rut?

Groupon’s purchase of LivingSocial for a negligible sum may seem to provide further proof that daily deal sites are on the way out. But if anything, the acquisition shows that…

Executive Viewpoints November 2

eBags Boosts Conversions 20% With Innovative Tech Investments

Retailers in some product categories — like grocery — can still compete by offering everyday low prices. But for retailers offering apparel, accessories and other soft goods, they have to…

Features November 2

Closing The Omnichannel Gap: How to Use Digital Marketing To Drive In-Store Traffic And Sales

With: Sandeep Bhanote, Radius8 Omnichannel has been on the mind of retail executives for years now. While many have expanded their ordering and fulfillment options to allow consumers to buy…

News November 2

Emarsys Raises $22 Million In Funding

Marketing software provider Emarsys has procured $22.3 million in funding from investment firm TPG Specialty Lending Europe (TSLE), an affiliate of credit asset platform TSSP. The financing is designed to…

News November 1

Aptos Taps Former Oracle VP As Global Sales Leader

Retail technology solutions provider Aptos has appointed Frank Lord as its Sales and Revenue Leader. In this role, Lord will be responsible for overseeing global sales at Aptos as well…

News November 1

10 Retailers Win Store Operations Superstar Awards

In the fifth annual Store Operations Superstar Awards, Retail TouchPoints is recognizing companies that have implemented the most innovative, successful store operations strategies. They run the gamut from Tier 1…

News November 1

Extreme Networks Acquires WLAN Assets From Zebra

Extreme Networks, provider of software-driven networking solutions for IT departments, has acquired Zebra Technology Corporation’s wireless LAN (WLAN) business. The acquisition will help expand Extreme Networks’ solutions and complement its…

News November 1

Balancing Risk And Revenue: Managing The Operational Implications Of Digital Goods

Digital goods sales are surging, and most physical goods retailers have recognized that it’s imperative to add eGift cards, eBooks, eTickets and the like to their product lineups if they…

Executive Viewpoints November 1

Fraud Exposure Continues To Increase Despite EMV Technology

Despite the effort to alleviate fraud through EMV technology, recent statistics reveal an increase in fraud exposure for certain merchants. New criminal techniques have combined with evolving consumer behaviors, leaving…

Executive Viewpoints November 1
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