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69% Of Retailers Rely On Employee Training To Fill Store Performance Gap

With more retailers closing physical stores and consolidating space, it is critical for them to optimize every store…

News July 18

Retailers Go Small As ‘Immediate Needs’ Drive 61% Of Shopping Trips

As traditional retailers continue to struggle with drawing in foot traffic, the industry’s largest brands are thinking small.…

News April 7
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With $187 Billion At Stake, Don’t Neglect Employee Productivity Investments

If retailers aren’t already investing in employee productivity, they should start now. They could collectively be missing out…

News February 14
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Nearly 50% Of U.S. Employees Find Job Training Ineffective

New workplace research finds organizations are still struggling to provide employees with the formal training they need to…

News December 21
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Location Data Reveals Best Buy, Zumiez, Prada Would Do Well In WTC Mall

Visitors to the recently opened Westfield World Trade Center Mall have shown the strongest affinity for three brands:…

News December 19
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Holiday ‘Confidence Gap’ Reveals Disconnect Between Manager And Employee Attitudes

When it comes to handling the demands of the holiday season, 70% of retail managers feel their teams…

News November 22
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Amazon Books: Why The E-Tail Giant Is Thinking Small

With Amazon recently announcing it will open an Amazon Books store in Chicago, the e-Commerce giant will have…

News September 12
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Store Associates Continue To Be Overlooked Despite Rising Tech Investments

As retailers continually focus more on technology to bolster their omnichannel efforts, with 87% of retailers expecting their…

News July 5
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Millennials, Gen Z Value Brick-And-Mortar More Than Older Peers

Although Millennial and Gen Z shoppers have been raised with Internet connections, they still appreciate a fulfilling trip…

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