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As POS Disperses Around the Store, Cloud and Edge Computing Gain Prominence

The basic service that a point-of-sale (POS) device provides — checking out customers — is essential to any…

Features March 25
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Five Below Plans 150 New Stores by February 2026

Specialty discount retailer Five Below plans to open 150 new stores during its 2025 fiscal year, which ends…

News March 21
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Tariffs, AI, Social Trends Create ‘Powerful New Pathways’ for Resale

As it has for several years, the resale market continues to grow — and the current headwinds other…

Features March 21
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You Don’t Have Customers, you Have Fans, so Put on a Show

There’s a lot retailers can learn from the success of immersive location-based entertainment spaces this past year. The…

Executive Viewpoints March 19
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Instacart Debuts AI-Powered Tools to Supercharge Healthy Food Shopping

Instacart has introduced Smart Shop, which leverages generative AI and machine learning to create a more personalized grocery…

News March 18
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Retailers can Capitalize on Growing Market by Addressing Smart Home Consumer Priorities and Concerns

According to industry analysis, the smart home device market is already significant, and it is poised to grow…

Executive Viewpoints March 18
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Bath & Body Works Debuts Tech-Enhanced Experiential Store Design

Bath & Body Works has introduced its new Gingham+ store design in more than 15 locations, including stores…

News March 13
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Countdown to Compliance: Are Your Subscriptions Compliant with the FTC Click-to-Cancel Ruling?

The approach businesses use to build lasting customer relationships through recurring services has undergone a fundamental change over…

Executive Viewpoints March 12
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Retailers’ Quest for Seamless Shopper Journeys Fuels Payment Modernization Projects

Even though more than half (56%) of retailers surveyed by KPMG completed a major payments modernization program within…

Features March 7
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