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WHSmith Streamlines Business Operations For International Franchise Partners

WHSmith, a UK-based chain selling books and stationery, has launched a cloud-based, B2B online commerce system on NetSuite SuiteCommerce to support its franchise growth. In running SuiteCommerce, WHSmith can deliver…

News October 8

The Holiday Selling Season: A Hacker’s Ideal Time For Attack

As a retailer, the fourth quarter is the most critical revenue driver for your business. As you double down on your inventory, web site, Black Friday specials, and in store…

Executive Viewpoints October 8

Brick-And-Mortar Retailers Experience 4.7% Uptick In August Sales

Even as shoppers had pledged to curb their back-to-school spending in 2015, this year’s back-to-school shopping season turned out to be a positive one for retailers after all. In August…

News October 8

TJX Names Herrman To Succeed Meyrowitz As CEO In 2016

Apparel and home fashions retailer TJX plans to name Ernie Herrman to succeed current CEO Carol Meyrowitz at the beginning of the company’s next fiscal year, January 31, 2016. Meyrowitz,…

News October 7

Finish Line Goes Omnichannel in Epic Fashion

Finish Line has launched a new brand initiative designed to reach across all touchpoints, including online, social media and brick-and-mortar stores. Epic Finish will deploy digital content such as videos,…

News October 7

Great Expectations For On-Demand Retail

You can now buy laundry detergent with the touch of an Amazon Dash Button. You can order a designer dining room table on Pinterest with a Buy It button. You…

Executive Viewpoints October 7

Were Retailers Prepared For The Oct. 1 EMV Deadline?

On October 1, the long-awaited EMV liability shift took effect nationwide, putting full financial responsibility on all retailers to meet industry payment technology standards. Businesses that have not yet made…

Executive Viewpoints October 7

Sephora Empowers Store Leaders With Real-Time Data

Operating hundreds of stores with thousands of employees worldwide, Sephora’s key to success is keeping a constant pulse on in-store performance and making necessary adjustments. However, because each store tracks…

Features October 7

Amazon Launches Flex For On-Demand Delivery

Amazon is officially competing against delivery services such as Postmates and Instacart with the launch of Flex, an on-demand delivery service using everyday drivers to deliver packages. As part of…

News October 6
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