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Manhattan Momentum: Supply Chain Success Stories Defy Industry Challenges

By Glenn Taylor, Associate Editor In his keynote speech at the Manhattan Momentum client conference in Orlando, Fl., Manhattan Associates CEO Eddie Capel cited the recent financial woes hitting major…

Executive Viewpoints May 18

Nordstrom Rewards Expansion Plan: Mass Appeal Trumps Exclusivity

Starting today, Nordstrom will expand access to its Rewards loyalty program with a stated goal of adding five million members over the next 12 months. If the retailer is successful,…

News May 18

Raley’s Online Shopping: Personalized And Device-Agnostic

With online grocery shopping predicted to double in popularity in 2016, now is a fitting time for supermarkets to optimize their online offerings. Raley’s Family of Fine Stores has taken…

Features May 18
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Target Taps Nordstrom Exec To Fill Chief Merchandising Officer Role

Target’s year-long search for a Chief Merchandising Officer is finally over. The retailer has hired Mark Tritton to take on the role. Tritton will be responsible for overseeing enterprise buying,…

News May 17

RTP Editors Share Insights, Takeaways From #RIC16

This year’s Retail Innovation Conference gave the most entrepreneurial and creative retailers an opportunity to showcase how they’re driving change throughout the industry, whether through customer engagement, channel optimization or omnichannel…

Executive Viewpoints May 17

Ron Johnson Bets On Startup After JCPenney Misstep

When asked, “What is the best mistake you ever made?” by CNBC’s Courtney Reagan, Ron Johnson stated: “Going to JCPenney.” Following a failed leadership role as the retailer’s CEO, Johnson…

Features May 17

Abof.com Adopts Real Time Personalization Solution

Online fashion portal abof.com is working with IBM to provide an enhanced personalized shopping experience tailored to Millennial shoppers. In the process, it is also increasing conversion rates and bringing…

News May 17

Amazon Restaurants Launches One-Hour Delivery In NYC, Dallas

Days after announcing its own private label food brand, Amazon expanded its Prime Now restaurant delivery business to include Dallas and New York City, offering services featuring more than 350…

News May 17

The Earlier, The Better: 6 Holiday Loss Prevention Tips You Can Implement Today

Shrink is a constant threat to retailers, but the holidays bring a whole new set of challenges. Between the massive amount of product moving through the supply chain, seasonal staff…

Executive Viewpoints May 17
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