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Askuity Lands $2 Million To Help More Companies Like Salvatore Ferragamo

Retail analytics provider Askuity Inc. has received $2 million in Series A funding from dunnhumby Ventures, as well as a group of angel investors. With the funding, Askuity will focus on expanding…

News January 11

Retail’s Role In Stopping Climate Change In Its Tracks

By Lori Mitchell-Keller, SAP As signs of climate change continue to emerge through changing weather patterns and melting glaciers, 195 countries have collectively explored possible solutions to slow the rate…

Executive Viewpoints January 11

90% Of Online Businesses Experience Revenue Losses Due To Counterfeit Sales

Counterfeiting continues to be a problem plaguing retailers, especially as the volume of online shopping grows. In fact, 90% of businesses have experienced up to a 10% loss of revenue…

News January 11

Finish Line To Close 25% Of Stores, Replace CEO

Sportswear retail chain The Finish Line announced that it will close up to 150 of its 600 stores. The retailer has also appointed Sam Sato, currently the company’s President, as…

News January 8

Why Data Is Bridging The Chasm Between Brick-And-Mortar And Online Retail

By Randy Brasche, Euclid Analytics For the past several years, we’ve heard the over-hyped online vs. brick-and-mortar debate. Prominent techies like Marc Andreessen loudly proclaim the death of physical retail,…

Executive Viewpoints January 8

The Fresh Market Names Former Walmart Exec As Chief Merchandising Officer

The Fresh Market, a specialty grocery retailer, has appointed Pamela Kohn as its EVP and Chief Merchandising Officer. In her role, Kohn is responsible for enhancing the retailer’s merchandise selection,…

News January 8

BCBG Offers Microfinance Payment Option To Entice Millennial Shoppers

With as many as 63% of Millennials not owning a credit card, retailers now have to find new ways to engage this demographic, particularly when selling high ticket items. As…

Features January 8

SPS Acquires ToolBox Solutions For $18.4 Million

SPS Commerce, which provides cloud-based supply chain management software for omnichannel retailers, has acquired ToolBox Solutions, a Toronto-based provider of point-of-sale analytics and category management services, for $18.4 million in…

News January 7

Label-Park Selects Mirakl To Launch Extreme Sports Online Marketplace

Label-Park, an online private label and outlet store focused on surf, snow and streetwear, has selected Mirakl to help launch a marketplace dedicated to extreme sports. The decision to launch…

News January 7
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