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Before Big Data, retail business owners scouted out sites for new stores by actually visiting the locations. Today, companies like Esri offer mapping solutions that can let you know the…
Editor's Perspective July 14Localization And Personalization Become Key For Successful Back-To-School Campaigns
Although it seems most Americans have just completed the school year, retailers are already planning their back-to-school initiatives. As they start planning their marketing campaigns and sales, retailers should keep…
News July 14FlorComm Suite Optimizes Sales Floor Communication
When stores experience surges in traffic, it is imperative that all team members can communicate and collaborate effectively. But without the proper technology in place, managers and associates are not…
News July 13Purple Cloud Live Chat Connects Consumers With Store Associates
Brick-and-mortar retailers continue to seek out ways to expand their online sales and overall customer base. While more than 90% of retail sales occur in physical stores, the majority of…
News July 13Fabletics Expands Into Brick-And-Mortar
Fabletics, an online women’s activewear and accessories retailer, will open its first brick-and-mortar stores in five General Growth Properties (GGP) malls in fall 2015. The Fabletics locations are opening in…
News July 13Gap Brings Reserve-In-Store Shopping To Virgin Hotels Guests
Gap has partnered with Virgin Hotels to offer guests the option to have clothing and other items delivered to directly to their room via the Gap Reserve in Store service.…
News July 13Walgreens Names Pessina Permanent CEO
The Walgreens Boots Alliance Board of Directors has named Stefano Pessina the retailer’s new CEO, effective immediately. Pessina had been serving as acting CEO since January 2015, when he succeeded…
News July 13The Merchant In The Machine
The retail trade has been around for thousands of years. For most of that time, local merchants brought in products to meet the needs and wants of their town’s population.…
Executive Viewpoints July 13The Parcel Shipping Issues Keeping You Awake At Night
Parcel shippers are facing a triple whammy in price increases this year against the backdrop of heady market growth. Industry innovators like Amazon continue to change the playing field while…
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