Retail TouchPoints

Is Fast Fashion Moving Too Fast?

Ever since I was a little girl, I have been a fan and follower of fashion. Why? Because I think it’s an effective way for people to convey their personality…

Consumer Industry Mergers And Acquisitions Reach $202.5 Billion In H1 2015

Global consumer mergers and acquisitions (M&A) had a combined transaction value of $202.5 billion in the first half (H1) of 2015, according to research from Mergermarket. The value represents a…

Pop-ups are a great way for brands to connect with shoppers in a more intimate way. Whether they’re launching a new product or simply looking to boost brand awareness and…

Fashion Innovation Portfolio Helps Retailers Use Data To Address Consumer Demand

Fashion trends change at a rapid pace, which means retailers in this category need to constantly track and respond to customer demands, and alter their inventory accordingly. Attune Consulting is…

SGS Supply Chain Solution Powered By T Transparency Aims To Improve Supply Chain Visibility

In order to improve supply chain visibility, brands, manufacturers and suppliers must collaborate, communicate and constantly share product data.   Trace One and SGS partnered to launch SGS Supply Chain…

Improving The Customer Experience And The Bottom Line In The Store Of The Future

How well do you know and communicate with your customers? Are you ready to harness technology to treat customers as individuals rather than campaigns? Modern technology is already starting to…

QVC To Buy Zulily For $2.4 Billion

Liberty Interactive Corporation, the parent company of home shopping network QVC, has acquired e-Commerce daily deal site zulily for approximately $2.4 billion. The transaction is expected to be completed in…

Synchrony Financial Integrates Samsung Pay Into Credit Cards

Private label credit card provider Synchrony Financial now allows Synchrony Bank-issued credit cards to be accessed through Samsung Pay. The new mobile payment service is expected to launch in September…

Birchbox Co-CEO Steps Down From Role

Hayley Barna, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Birchbox, has decided to step down from her day-to-day role within the company, according a statement. However, she will remain with Birchbox as an…