How Amazon's healthcare plans could impact retail

It will be a while before this project takes off, but the very idea is already disruptive. From controlling costs to Alexa's potential role and even the implications for HQ2, we break down the possibilities. 

By Daphne Howland , Kathryn Moody , Jeff Byers , Ryan Golden , Shannon Muchmore • Jan. 30, 2018

Out of the ashes: 8 brands that found life after retail death

Retail brands bought out of bankruptcy can have a second life as an e-tailer or a product label. But will the afterlife of these retailers last forever?

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 30, 2018

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How the purpose of stores is evolving

Stores have always evolved in order to compete as times, technology and tastes change. And, most of all, to please customers.

By Retail Dive staff

Amazon reportedly expanding FBA Onsite trial

The retailer appears to be expanding a trial that installs its own logistics processes at the locations of merchant partners.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 30, 2018

Zara launches pop-up dedicated to digital sales

The temporary store at Westfield Stratford in London features technology like RFID, mirrors that recommend products and mobile devices to speed ordering and returns.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 29, 2018

Asos speeds past fast-fashion rivals

The company's differentiation in digital sales makes its goal of nearly doubling sales "a realistic ambition," according to WGSN analysts.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 29, 2018

Former Under Armour execs launch direct-to-consumer brand

Henry Stafford and Steve Battista, former chiefs of marketing and brand at Under Armour, have launched a men's denim line.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 29, 2018

Why online grocery could be a $100B opportunity in the next four years

Despite this growth potential, experts at the FMI Midwinter Conference said retailers and manufacturers aren't ready.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 29, 2018

JD.com planning US-based logistics

The e-commerce retailer's U.S. ambitions, however, are not a priority but a longer-term aspiration, the company told Retail Dive.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2018

Walmart, Rakuten announce 'strategic alliance'

In a clear challenge to Amazon, the retailers announced a joint venture for an online grocery service in Japan and an e-book offering in the U.S.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2018

Lamps Plus brings order tracking to text, call and voice

As virtual assistants become more frequently-used customer service tools, applications like instant order tracking should naturally become part of the conversation.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 25, 2018

Ralph Lauren beefs up digital with new hires

The retailer is bringing back the iconic 1993 Snow Beach collection, with vintage and updated pieces, but can't afford to go backward on e-commerce. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 24, 2018

3 retail tech startups to watch

Innovations involving messaging, augmented reality and AI took center stage at RILA's Retail CEO Forum this week, earning three young companies awards.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 24, 2018

Yeti, SMCP launch new digital experiences

Brands are upping their direct to consumer e-commerce programs with new personalized features.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 24, 2018

Amazon raises seller fees in apparel and accessories

Third-party apparel sellers will now have the highest fees on the company’s marketplace compared to those in other categories.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 24, 2018

Remaining Yoox Net-A-Porter stake snapped up by Richemont

The luxury group, like rivals, needs to move more assertively online, and upping its investment in the successful site is a step in that direction.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018

Conversational Commerce: 5 trends to watch in 2018

The Retail Dive team huddled up in the podcast studio at NRF's Big Show to break down how the role of brands, technology and more will define the year ahead.  

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 22, 2018

Alibaba, Microsoft score a 'B' in AI

Both tech companies said their AI systems managed to score over 82% in a Stanford reading and comprehension test, deemed a "human score."

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 22, 2018

Shoppers shifting from apps, websites to voice assistants

Within three years, 40% of consumers will use a voice assistant as an alternative to a mobile app or website, according to a survey from Capgemini.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 22, 2018

Amazon Go opens to the public

The company has smoothed out glitches in the cashierless store as one of the most anticipated retail concepts in years finally goes live. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Casper fortifies growth strategy with new CMO

Jeff Brooks, who has 25 years of brand-building experience, will be the retailer's new chief marketing officer.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2018

Coty brings beauty to Echo Show

The beauty brand released a skill for Amazon's Echo Show, which helps customers get gussied up for special occasions.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 19, 2018

Amazon shipping cheap goods free, raising monthly Prime rate

The e-commerce giant quietly introduced an "Under $10" selection that ships free even to non-Prime members — but hiked prices 18% on its monthly Prime membership

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 19, 2018

Survey: Online shoppers love deals, free shipping

Recent findings from both Radial and the National Retail Federation show consumers have made low prices and free shipping table stakes for online retailers.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 18, 2018

Amazon unveils top 20 cities for HQ2

Let the jockeying begin: Amazon will make a final decision this year after a deeper dive into each city's potential.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

12 retail execs share their goals for 2018

There are takeaways and tips aplenty from NRF's Big Show this week. Here, retail leaders share their thoughts and priorities for the year to come.

By Corinne Ruff , Laura Heller , Cara Salpini • Jan. 18, 2018