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The 5 Most Common Omnichannel Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them

The pandemic’s disruption of the retail industry has driven a lot of change over the past 15 months, from an increase in online shopping to the rapid adoption of omnichannel…

Executive Viewpoints July 27

The Future of the Mall: Why Developers are Rethinking Everything from Tenant Mix to Events and ‘Adjacencies’

More than 163 million people in the U.S. have been fully vaccinated, and growing concerns around the Delta variant have inspired more people to follow suit. That means more consumers…

Features July 27
GNC Executive Appointments

GNC Names New COO, Chief Merchandising Officer

GNC has announced two new appointments to its leadership team: Nate Frazier has been promoted to EVP, COO, and former Zappos executive Karlyn Mattson has joined the company as Chief Merchandising Officer.…

News July 26

Macy’s Picks New Bluemercury CEO as Rightsizing and Revitalization Efforts Continue

Macy’s has named Maly Bernstein CEO of Bluemercury, effective September 13, 2021, as the retailer continues to refresh its brands and leadership. Bernstein will oversee the growth and strategy of…

News July 26

New Cybersecurity Research Highlights Vulnerability of Small and Medium-Sized Retailers

Cyberattacks targeting large retailers like Macy’s and Bonobos may dominate the headlines, but small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are equally vulnerable. Today’s attackers are focused on theft of user and…

Executive Viewpoints July 26

Do You Have What It Takes to go from Wholesale to DTC?

If you’re a wholesale retailer or brand owner and you haven’t already launched a direct-to-consumer sales channel, you’d better be thinking about it. The global pandemic not only accelerated the…

Executive Viewpoints July 26

Holiday 2021 Predictions: The Costs of Labor Shortages and Logistical Headaches

The holiday season is rapidly approaching, and many of the challenges retailers have been grappling with from late 2020 through today will be felt in full force — including an…

Features July 26
Thomas Epting on Retail Remix

Inside Shopify Fulfillment Network’s Quest to Drive Last Mile Innovation

Featuring: Thomas Epting, Shopify As fulfillment comes more to the forefront of the modern customer experience, brands of all sizes are trying to differentiate. Shopify Fulfillment Network is expanding its capabilities and…

Podcasts July 26

Uber Delivery Buildup Continues Expansion with Costco and Mercari Partnerships

Uber Technologies is continuing to scale its massive logistics buildup with two new retail partnerships. The ridesharing service will now provide same-day grocery delivery for Costco in Texas, and will…

News July 23
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