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AI and Autonomy: Real-World Applications in an Un-Clerked Store Near You

Decades ago, a cashierless store would be a ridiculous idea, but artificial intelligence (AI) has made it a reasonable reality for any brick-and-mortar retail outlet that relies on in-store customers…

Executive Viewpoints August 31

Amazon Adds its Weight to BNPL’s Momentum

Amazon will let shoppers split purchases of $50 or more into multiple monthly payments through a partnership with Affirm. The flexible payment service is currently being tested with a select…

News August 30
Tim Maule, Diono LLC Marc Ostryniec, BigCommerce on Retail Remix

BigCommerce and Diono Dig Into ‘Hybrid Retail’

Featuring: Tim Maule, Diono LLC & Marc Ostryniec, BigCommerce Executives are prioritizing their investments based on two factors: the “known unknowns” and the “unknown unknowns.” That is why, more than ever, brands…

Podcasts August 30

Bed Bath & Beyond

Bed Bath & Beyond has said goodbye to its cramped aisles and stocked-high shelves. With its new flagship in New York City, the retailer has completely transformed its in-store experience,…

News August 30

IKEA Moves Closer to Circularity with Buy Back & Resell Pilot

IKEA will test its new Buy Back & Resell service at its Conshohocken, Pa. store through Sept. 19, 2021, with plans to expand it to additional U.S. markets in the…

News August 30

Gap Buys Virtual Try-On Company as Ecommerce Grows to 33% of Total Revenue

Gap has acquired Drapr, a virtual apparel try-on application designed to help shoppers find the best clothing size and fit for their personal style and body type. The deal was…

News August 30

Why Relevance is Key: 26% of Shoppers Will Pay More for Personalized Recommendations

Retailers have access to all the customer information needed to deliver winning ecommerce experiences, but they must use it to make the journey as easy and relevant as possible. For…

Features August 30

Q2 2021 Roundup: How Target, Macy’s and Foot Locker Harnessed Consumer Optimism

Retail rode strong into Q2 2021 as shoppers returned to stores even as digital sales remained elevated. The spring and early summer was an optimistic time for many consumers who…

News August 30

The Big Secret: Why the Most Important 3 Letters in Retail Recovery are ERC, Not PPP

As we all continue to cautiously progress from lockdowns and staggering COVID caseloads to something beginning to resemble normalcy, many SMBs and mid-sized organizations are struggling to piece together a…

Executive Viewpoints August 30
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