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Omnichannel Retail Index Spotlights 4 Investment Areas

While consumer expectations have continuously shaped retailers’ strategies, tech choices and best practices, COVID-19 accelerated this rate of…

Features July 20
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Perfume Showroom

Aligning with Dubai’s culture of experiential luxury, the Perfume Showroom, designed by Mumbai, India-headquartered SDA Designs, embraces an…

News July 19
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From ‘Beautiful Playground’ to ‘Commerce Destination’: Inside the Vision of Pinterest’s New Chief Shopping Officer

Pinterest’s role in the world of social media is blurry — consumers use the platform very differently than…

Features July 19
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From Revenue to Customer Experience: The Power of Connectivity in the Retail Industry

Technology has been reshaping industries across the board, but the palpable impact on the retail industry clearly stands…

Executive Viewpoints July 18
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The Evolution of Influence: How DTC Brands Can Win in the Age of Trust Commerce

The key to building a successful DTC brand all comes down to one word: Authenticity. Now more than…

Executive Viewpoints July 15
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How Build-a-Bear’s Pandemic Shift Created Long-Term Omnichannel Opportunity

How Build-A-Bear’s Pandemic Shift Created Long-Term Omnichannel Opportunity

The pandemic threatened the livelihood of brick-and-mortar retailers, especially those with a strong presence in shopping malls. But…

Features July 15
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Inside PUMA’s ‘Humble’ Approach to Metaverse Strategy

When it comes to world building in the metaverse, the creative opportunities are essentially limitless. That’s why, as…

Features July 14
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Driving the Food Retail Customer Experience with IoT Sensing-as-a-Service 

Between staffing shortages, rising labor costs, supply chain disruptions, heightened compliance requirements and record-high inflation, food retailers are…

Executive Viewpoints July 13
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Beyond Trends: Applied Color Science Anchors Personalized Retail Experiences

Color isn’t what we think it is. The idea that many designers believe colors such as green or…

Executive Viewpoints July 13
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