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To create a high-value experience that hits all consumer wants and needs, developers, landlords and tenants need to create curated, digitally integrated experiences.

Solving the Shopping Mall ‘Identity Crisis’ with Community Data and Careful Curation

Malls were once the nucleus of “shopping culture.” They were core destinations for all things retail; where families…

Features November 29
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Computer Vision-Enabled App Helps Home Depot Improve On-Shelf Availability

The Home Depot has one major advantage over competing retailers that keep much of their inventory in back…

Features November 17
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Have Big Sustainability Goals? Bergmeyer+ Says to Start Small — with Store Fixtures

Sustainability goals are all well and good, but too often they remain just that — goals rather than…

Features November 14
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Exclusive Q&A: Stores Should Become a ‘Digital Mosaic of Attraction’

It might sound strange to say this about a place where some 80% of transactions actually take place,…

Features November 1
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Retailers are expected to be more conservative with holiday hiring. By focusing on associate engagement and empowerment, they can ensure success.

6 Keys to Empowering Store Associates During the Holiday Season

This is Part 2 of The Holiday Readiness Series, which will feature tactical tips and takeaways from experts…

Features October 31
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After more than 35 years in business, Melissa & Doug is finally venturing into branded brick-and-mortar with a flagship that elevates its brand promise.

How Intentional Design Sparks Imagination in the First Melissa & Doug Flagship 

Melissa & Doug toys and costumes have been in homes and schools around the world for decades. (If…

Features October 18
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New Gen Z research from MG2 reveals how these consumers embrace technology, values and community in their brick-and-mortar shopping experiences.

What Gen Z Expects from In-Store Experiences: Shared Values and Community Connections

Even though “digitally native” is on the short list for describing Gen Z, its members are most certainly…

Features October 4
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Mall of America Adds Body-Worn Cameras to its Security ‘Layers’

Security issues are top-of-mind with retailers: theft and threats of violence in retail locations are making headlines, including…

Features October 2
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Why One DTC Brand Bucked the SoHo Trend and Opened its First Store in Charleston

Over the last few years, a playbook of sorts has emerged for DTC brands: An enterprising soul puts…

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