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Exterior of the Skechers store in Topia Mall in Roblox.

Skechers Widens its Reach with New Roblox Store, John Deere Collab

Skechers is bringing its brand to new audiences with a virtual store in Roblox aimed at younger consumers and a new co-branded collection with tractor brand John Deere designed for…

News May 14
Inside an Apple store

Apple Workers at Maryland Store Vote to Strike

Workers at an Apple store in Towson, Md. have authorized a strike, although a date has not yet been set for the action. The store was the first Apple location…

News May 14
Amazon Live host showing a pair of shoes for sale.

How Amazon, Poshmark and Rolling Stone Use Livestreaming to Break out from the Ecommerce Grid

Today’s consumers, especially Gen Z (73%) and millennials (62%), prefer to buy from a brand that offers interactive experiences that go beyond the standard ecommerce grid. And there’s no denying…

Features May 14

Traceability is the Foundation of Supply Chain Due Diligence

A seismic shift is on the horizon for retail businesses operating in Europe. In December 2023, the European Parliament and the European Council reached a provisional agreement on the Corporate…

Executive Viewpoints May 14

Slipstream

Slipstream is a quick-serve concept that combines coffee, cocktails and simple but freshly delicious provisions. For its latest location, in Arlington, Va., the company partnered with design firm Cooper Carry…

News May 13

Troubled Ted Baker Brand Begins Store Closing Sales in North America

Ted Baker Canada, which controls business operations for Ted Baker in Canada, Ted Baker Ltd. in the U.S., and Brooks Brothers and Lucky Brands in Canada, has begun store closing…

News May 13

Target to Carry Pride-Themed Merchandise, but Only in ‘Select’ Stores

Seeking a middle ground on support for LGBTQ+ causes as Pride Month approaches, Target will offer Pride-themed adult apparel and home goods in “select stores, based on historical performance,” with…

News May 13
Girls sport the new WNBA apparel collection from Dick's Sporting Goods.

Slam Dunk? Dick’s Taps into WNBA’s Hot Streak with Line of Co-Branded Girls’ Apparel

DSG, Dick’s Sporting Goods’ exclusive performance apparel and gear brand, has teamed up with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) to launch a co-branded girls’ apparel collection. As the official…

News May 13
Example of digital sneaker created via Reebok Impact on Instagram.

Reebok Debuts AI-Powered Custom Sneaker Design Tool on Instagram

Reebok has launched an AI-driven fashion experience on Instagram that allows customers to create their own digital sneakers from photo memories. The tool is the first launch from Reebok’s partnership…

News May 13
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