Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
In-store digital media startup Cooler Screens is suing Walgreens , previously one of the highest-profile adopters of its technology, which integrates smart screens onto cooler doors to power in-store advertising. Cooler Screens is seeking $200 million for breach of contract and is seeking to prevent the retailer from removing the screen technology from its stores.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
UPS trucks do not have air conditioning and temperatures in the back of trucks can reach 140 degrees, according to the Teamsters. The union is calling on UPS to air-condition its fleet of trucks and to provide drivers with more water and ice.
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Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
Retail TouchPoints’ 2023 Store Design & Experience Survey found that store design teams are laser-focused on implementing more creative visual merchandising methods ( 90% ) and using technology more thoughtfully to support in-store engagement ( 63% ). To illustrate how these two objectives effectively converge, CS Hudson and Glass-Media will unveil an immersive activation on the show floor during the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo , taking place June 13-15 in Chicago.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
UPS trucks do not have air conditioning and temperatures in the back of trucks can reach 140 degrees, according to the Teamsters. The union is calling on UPS to air-condition its fleet of trucks and to provide drivers with more water and ice.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
Dick’s Sporting Goods and Nike have teamed up for the second creative expression of the Dick’s “Sports Change Lives” campaign, featuring personal stories from 10 top Nike and Jordan Brand athletes sharing the ways sports have impacted them. The athletes, who include former NBA player Carmelo Anthony, MLB’s Mike Trout, the WNBA’s Sabrina Ionescu and Tatyana McFadden, a 17 -time Paralympic medalist, will each choose a youth sports organization to nominate for a $75,000 “75for75” Sports Matter Gran
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Hasbro says the toy manufacturer is focused on leading in five categories: action figures, arts and crafts, games, outdoor and sports, preschool and toys. “Preschool is the only area where we’re not number one. We’re a fast-growing number four globally. In a lot of ways, our preschool business is just action figures for smaller hands.
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Retail Focus
JUNE 9, 2023
The UK’s fourth Dyson Demo store opens at Bluewater Shopping Centre, Kent, making this the first store in the Greater London area. Since 2022, Dyson will have opened three new Demo Stores in the UK. Bluewater has been home to Dyson technology for seven years, previously being home to a successful Demo Zone which the new immersive store has replaced.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
VF Corp. has launched operations at the largest of its 46 global distribution centers, a new 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Ontario, Calif. The DC is capable of shipping 76 million units annually and will employ approximately 550 people during peak periods. Initially, the DC will service the Vans and The North Face brands, with the capability to add more VF banners in the future.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Hasbro says the toy manufacturer is focused on leading in five categories: action figures, arts and crafts, games, outdoor and sports, preschool and toys. “Preschool is the only area where we’re not number one. We’re a fast-growing number four globally. In a lot of ways, our preschool business is just action figures for smaller hands.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
By necessity, retailers are most concerned with the present day: they have to make sales and engage customers in the moment, no matter what channel they’re operating in. But retail executives also need to prepare for the future (no mean feat in an era of rapid and unexpected change). The 22 participants in the 2023 Innovation Labs at the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo in Chicago will provide attendees with that crucial forward-looking view.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
More than 82 percent of American businesses say that customer demand for their products is the primary factor in the prices they charge for goods and services, according to a New York Federal Reserve Bank survey of 700 businesses in Atlanta, Cleveland and New York.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 9, 2023
Luxury retail brands are making sustainability a priority more than ever before. From choosing more eco-friendly materials to incorporating energy-saving technologies, these companies have seen the importance of creating better environmental practices and have acted accordingly. As luxury retail continues to move with the times, increasing sustainability is sure to become an even bigger part of their strategies for success going forward.
Retail Dive
JUNE 9, 2023
Though research suggests this generation is spending more, economic instability is taking its toll, the trade association found.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Low-calorie and sugar-free beverages are driving sales in the energy drink category. Caffeine levels in the drinks have also increased significantly as sales in the category grew to $19 billion from $12 billion over the past five years, according to Circana.
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Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.
Retail Focus
JUNE 9, 2023
Everybody loves a freebie. But be honest. You always look for the catch, don’t you? Well, sometimes there isn’t a catch and things really just free. Here are some of the best freebies on offer this summer: A free shop at M&S Not everyone who shops at M&S is going to get their shopping free. But anybody who scans their Sparks Card at the checkout is in with the chance of getting their goods gratis.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
J. Crew is celebrating its fortieth anniversary by opening a virtual beach house with the brand’s merchandise on the Obsess e-commerce platform.
Retail Focus
JUNE 9, 2023
Modern shopping is a blend of digital and in-person experiences – from online stores and social media to in-person events and bricks-and-mortar high streets. Combining the two in one place for a multi- or omni-channel retail strategy could create an entirely new experience for consumers – and, with rapid developments in modern technology, it opens the door to a multitude of opportunities in the future.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Amazon.com cut delivery routes and provided N-95 masks to drivers working as smoke from Canada’s wildfires covered the Northeast this week. Target switched Drive Up orders to in-store pickup to protect associates bringing purchases to cars.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Dive
JUNE 9, 2023
The news comes just a week after Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette announced the athletics brand would return to key locations in October.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Amazon.com cut delivery routes and provided N-95 masks to drivers working as smoke from Canada’s wildfires covered the Northeast this week. Target switched Drive Up orders to in-store pickup to protect associates bringing purchases to cars.
Retail Dive
JUNE 9, 2023
The luxury candle company joins Curio Brands' portfolio, which includes fragrance lines Capri Blue and Thymes.
Retail Customer Experience
JUNE 9, 2023
The pet retailer’s loyalty program is at 60 million members and counting.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
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Retail Dive
JUNE 9, 2023
The slowdown in sales comes as the company plans to invest $1 billion in 2023 and up to $3 billion over the next three years, primarily focused on digital and technology projects.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Low-calorie and sugar-free beverages are driving sales in the energy drink category. Caffeine levels in the drinks have also increased significantly as sales in the category grew to $19 billion from $12 billion over the past five years, according to Circana.
Retail Dive
JUNE 9, 2023
Leaders pointed to 7.6% active subscriber growth in a Q1 earnings call, but cautioned a slowdown next quarter.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
J. Crew is celebrating its fortieth anniversary by opening a virtual beach house with the brand’s merchandise on the Obsess e-commerce platform.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 9, 2023
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, staying ahead of the game is crucial for businesses.
Retail Wire
JUNE 9, 2023
Teenagers are expected to make up 18 percent of all people hired for summer jobs, with many employed in retail stores and restaurants. Wages for teens are up 11.5 percent from last year, according to data from the Atlanta Federal Bank.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 9, 2023
Cybersecurity is not just an add-on to our technological infrastructure; it is an integral part of it.
Shopify
JUNE 9, 2023
ABC analysis is a data analysis technique you can use to identify your best and worst performing inventory over a certain period of time. Read this guide to learn how to use ABC analysis to manage and optimize your inventory.
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