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JCPenney is self-funding its latest turnaround plan, which includes a reinvestment in its core customer and a more focused value proposition.

Is it Too Late for JCPenney to ‘Make it Count’? Inside the Retailer’s $1B Turnaround Plan

JCPenney is self-funding its latest turnaround plan, which includes a reinvestment in its core customer and a more…

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Educational Insights has seen huge success with its TikTok Shop.

Behind the Scenes of TikTok Shop with a Pioneering U.S. Seller

Toy company Educational Insights launched in 1962, long before the internet existed. Now the company has become the…

Features August 24
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Shoppable TV may leapfrog livestreaming in the U.S.

Shoppable TV May Leapfrog Livestreaming in the U.S. — Here are 3 Tips to Get in the Game

There’s been a lot of anticipation surrounding livestream shopping in the U.S., based largely on its success in…

Features August 16
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Amazon is drastically cutting back its number of private label brands.

Amazon Makes Drastic Cuts to Private Label Business in Advance of Potential FTC Antitrust Probe

Amazon is dropping dozens of its private label brands as it works to shore up profits and prepares…

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Innovation is happening in the world of retail loyalty programs. Learn how brands are embracing sustainability, web3 and community to bolster their efforts.

3 Ways Brands are Reimagining Loyalty Programs

Sure, points and coupons are great, but today’s consumers are expecting far more from branded loyalty programs. While…

Features August 8
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The new Nike Studios concept brings technology and community together into a dynamic fitness experience.

Nike Unveils ‘Studio’ Store Model to Support Community-Driven Fitness

Nike has been lauded for its Nike Training Club app, which brings structured fitness programs and one-off workouts…

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Store No. 8 is Walmart's innovation incubator, which allows the retailer to pursue new opportunities in business and customer experience.

What is Store No. 8? Inside Walmart’s Innovation Incubator

Editor’s Note: As 2023 comes to an end, we are highlighting some of our most-read content of the…

Features August 1
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Accenture surveyed more than 10,000 consumers in 16 countries and found that the “resilient consumer” is emerging and finding new ways to browse and buy.

Accenture: Rise of the ‘Resilient Consumer’ Requires More Nuanced Retail Strategies

Accenture surveyed more than 10,000 consumers in 16 countries and found that although we’re living in a time…

Features July 28
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How Collars & Co. Used Multiple Data Sets to Optimize its First Physical Location

The power of omnichannel retailing is well documented: even primarily DTC companies are realizing that they can benefit…

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