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It Pays to Try Your Luck at Digital Branding as a Cash Business

If a consumer has a $5 bill burning a hole in their pocket, will they spend it on a candy bar for an afternoon sugar rush, or the opportunity to…

Executive Viewpoints March 1

How Virtual Planogram Creation is Giving Purina Insights for a Metaverse Commerce Revolution

While the opportunities VR and the metaverse offer for the customer experience is a well-explored path, the technology also has the potential to greatly increase retailers’ efficiency on the backend.…

Features March 1

Michaels Aims to Enlarge Online Assortment More than 4X with Digital Marketplace

Michaels has launched an online marketplace featuring an expanded product assortment from a curated selection of third-party sellers. The marketplace is designed to exponentially grow Michaels’ online assortment in both…

News February 28
SaksOff5th.com has hired former Untuckit exec Julie Mares.

SaksOff5th.com Adds Ecommerce SVP as it ‘Evolves its Digital Capabilities’

SaksOff5th.com has appointed former Untuckit executive Julie Mares to the newly created role of SVP of Ecommerce. The move comes as the standalone ecommerce entity seeks to continue its digital growth…

News February 28
Kohl's has appointed a new COO.

Kohl’s Taps Former TJX, Bealls Exec as COO

In the latest in a series of C-suite changes, Kohl’s has named 30-year retail veteran Dave Alves its new President and COO, effective in April. Alves will report to CEO…

News February 28

Walmart Partners with CareSource to Address Racial Health Inequities

Walmart will work with the nonprofit CareSource to better understand and mitigate racial inequities in health care. The three-year deal leverages Walmart’s position as a retailer and provider of health…

News February 28

WSJ: Amazon Expands ‘Ultrafast’ Delivery Options with Plans for More Specialized Warehouses

Amazon is reportedly expanding its selection of ultrafast delivery options through its network of specialized warehouses, called same-day sites, according to The Wall Street Journal. These facilities are significantly smaller…

News February 28

Retail Loyalty’s Moment is Now

There’s no question that rising prices have altered consumer behaviors. Whether they’re choosing lower-cost private-label items at the grocery store, cutting back on discretionary apparel purchases or spending less on…

Executive Viewpoints February 28
Victoria's Secret is rolling out a new combined loyalty program.

Victoria’s Secret Looks to Build ‘Lifelong Relationships’ with New Combined Loyalty Program

Victoria’s Secret & Co.(VS&Co)is piloting a new combined loyalty program for Victoria’s Secret and Pink that will allows customers to earn rewards when shopping both brands, regardless of their payment…

News February 27
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