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When the Whole Customer Journey Happens Inside the LLM

In 2026, your best customer might never visit your website. They’ll ask an assistant a question, compare options,…

Executive Viewpoints May 12
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Trade Court Invalidates 10% Across-the-Board Tariffs that Cost U.S. Businesses $8B in March

The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump’s across-the-board 10% tariffs were invalid. U.S. businesses paid…

News May 8
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Powering Better Checkout: Why Retailers Need the Right Payment Partners

Most shoppers tap a card or approve a mobile wallet without a second thought. But at the checkout,…

Executive Viewpoints May 8
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Bridging the Fresh Execution Gap: The Strategic Integration of AI and AR

Grocery retailers are facing two realities that define the current operating environment. Labor costs, while no longer accelerating,…

Executive Viewpoints May 7
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How Floral Wholesaler Fantasy Farms Meets Mother’s Day Demand

Florists and floral wholesalers face unique pressures in the lead-up to peak periods such as Mother’s Day and…

Features May 6
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How Computer Vision is Reducing Shrink and Reshaping Store Operations

According to Capital One Shopping Research, 27% of consumers admit to using self-checkout to steal, and 55% of…

Executive Viewpoints May 5
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When Technology Stops Shining and Starts Listening

For years, the beauty industry chased the promise of visible innovation. Smart mirrors seemed like the next big…

Executive Viewpoints May 4
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What’s Behind Amazon’s Prime Day Calendar Change?

Amazon has moved its 2026 Prime Day event from July to June in the U.S., but will hold…

News May 1
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Walmart Bids for Bigger Share of Beauty Spending with In-Store Experts

Walmart is seeking to make its stores a more enticing destination for beauty customers. The retailing giant introduced…

News May 1
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