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Walmart, Target Maintain Upward Omnichannel Trajectory in Q2 2021

Walmart and Target both posted strong Q2 results, with both retailers continuing to capitalize on the ongoing ecommerce surge while maintaining solid brick-and-mortar growth. The biggest standout was Target’s same-day…

News August 18

Implement Customer Engagements Hubs Now and Reap the Benefits Later

As we continue to see the short- and long-term effects of the pandemic, many retailers have resorted to shuttering their businesses, unable to survive in such a volatile environment. For…

Executive Viewpoints August 18

Trippy Surrealism: Superette Unveils a Fun-Filled Cannabis Playground in Canada

Bodegas, diners, mini-marts, delis — even subway newsstands — have served as design influences for cannabis purveyor Superette, which touts itself as the “technicolor antithesis of sterile cannabis retail.” Creating…

Features August 18

Store Design Strategies for an Accelerating, Unpredictable Future of Retail

As change takes place at ever faster rates, speed and agility become king.  Retailers know that instead of being ahead of the curve, they need to be IN the curve,…

Executive Viewpoints August 17

Shutterfly Acquires Spoonflower for $225M, Doubles Down on Home Décor Growth

The home décor market saw significant growth in 2020 as consumers rushed to outfit their homes for remote working and learning. Although ResearchAndMarkets.com indicates that the global market for this…

News August 17

Report: Allbirds Enters Activewear Category as it Preps for Upcoming IPO

Allbirds has launched an activewear collection ahead of its IPO, according to CNBC. The Natural Run Collection features six products, including tanks, T-shirts and shorts for both men and women,…

News August 17

Inside GWI’s Latest Consumer Research

We all know COVID has forever changed the consumer, but in what ways? Which issues should retailers prioritize as they head into holiday and, most importantly, 2022? GWI’s Vice President…

Features August 17
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Albertsons Seeks Online Grocery Edge with New App, Subscription Service

Albertsons Companies is “reintroducing itself” to shoppers with a trio of new digital offerings. The grocery giant — home to 20+ food and drug banners including Safeway, Vons and Acme…

News August 17

Monetizing and Personalizing UGC, Rich Media and Influencer Content

The digital world is brimming with content. Brands and retailers have more opportunities than ever to use this content to their advantage, but complexities emerge. During this Retail ThinkTank brainstorming…

Features August 17
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