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Will Macy’s AI-Powered Mobile App Be Friendly Tech — Or The Terminator?

There’s no question IBM’s Watson is smart. After all, it beat the pants off the best-of-the-best Jeopardy contestants.…

Features July 27
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Ace Hardware Celebrates A Decade Of High Customer Satisfaction

For the 10th consecutive year, Ace Hardware ranked “Highest in Customer Satisfaction among Home Improvement Retail Stores,” according…

Features July 25
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Nuance To Acquire TouchCommerce For $215 Million

Speech and interface tech company Nuance Communications, Inc. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire…

News July 21
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Who Will Buy Neiman Marcus?

Editor’s Note: This article is an excerpt from one of RetailWire’s recent online discussions. Each business morning on RetailWire, retail…

Features June 22
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Speed Commerce Announces New Ownership, $150 Million Investment

E-Commerce technology and omnichannel solution provider Speed Commerce has completed a restructuring process that has resulted in new…

News June 15
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Fully Committed: A One-Man Customer Service Nightmare

By Adam Blair, Executive Editor The hip-hop musical Hamilton, with its enormous and diverse cast, nabbed all the…

Executive Viewpoints June 14
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Fully Committed: A One-Man Customer Service Nightmare

The hip-hop musical Hamilton, with its enormous and diverse cast, nabbed all the top prizes at the Tony Awards Sunday night.…

Editor's Perspective June 14
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How To Choose A Training Solution For Your Retail Organization

You know that much of your retail success lies in the hands of your associates. You also know…

Executive Viewpoints May 31
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Does Facebook Messenger Signal More Automated Customer Service Ahead?

While social media has become an important retail vehicle for marketing and consumer engagement, Facebook’s new API for…

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