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How Retailers can Combat the Rising Threat of Theft

Retail theft is on the rise, and many businesses are grappling with the financial fallout. In recent months,…

Executive Viewpoints November 20
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CNBC and NRF has announced their new retail sales tracker, the Retail Monitor

NRF, CNBC Join Forces to ‘Modernize How Retail Sales are Tracked and Measured’

The National Retail Federation (NRF) and CNBC have teamed up to launch a new retail sales tracker, the…

News November 13
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Organized Retail Crime is on the Rise, but AI Can Stop This Troublesome Trend

Organized retail crime (ORC) has been on the rise recently, with retailers like Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Old Navy…

Executive Viewpoints November 7
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NRF: Holiday Spending Could Top $966B, but Shift from Goods to Services Continues

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is predicting robust holiday sales, with U.S. spending forecast to climb 3%-4% over…

News November 3
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What Retailers Can Learn from Grocers About Sustainability

Retailers can no longer ignore consumers’ demand for improved sustainability initiatives. From consumer lawsuits to national news headlines…

Executive Viewpoints November 3
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Return-To-Office: Why Luxury Retailers Should Refresh Their Clienteling Strategies Along with Their Customers’ Work Wardrobes

Those who said work-from-home was here to stay might be surprised to learn that we are witnessing a…

Executive Viewpoints October 31
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Citing Theft and Safety Issues, Target Closes 9 Stores in 4 States

Target will close nine stores in four cities on Oct. 21, 2023, saying theft and organized retail crime…

News September 27
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Treat, no Trick: NRF Forecasts Halloween Spending will Hit Record $12.2 Billion

Total spending on Halloween is expected to reach a record $12.2 billion this year, up from 2022’s record…

News September 21
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Dick’s, Lowe’s, Target Execs Cite Theft’s Impact on Financial Results and Safety

While shrink is far from a new problem in retail, the impact of theft — particularly large-scale operations…

News August 23
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