Technology
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Walmart launches voice shopping for grocery on Apple
The Siri shortcut will allow customers to say "add to Walmart" and list out products they want in their online cart.
By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 14, 2019 -
Wayfair introduces mobile app with visual technology features
The features are aimed at helping consumers visualize products within their homes prior to purchase.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2019 -
Saks, Sephora pilot Google's local ads to drive store traffic
Google's local ads now have a more seamless integration with Maps, including branded pins that appear near travel routes.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 13, 2019 -
Adidas moves high-tech Speedfactory to Asia, closing factories in US, Germany
The company suggests the business case is still better in Asia, even with advanced technology and despite the distance from target consumers.
By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 12, 2019 -
In a multicloud world, Lucky Brand's strategy centers on a single vendor
The apparel retailer had a disparate architecture, multiple cloud platforms and multiple colocations, but it wanted a simplified cloud portfolio.
By Naomi Eide • Nov. 12, 2019 -
WhatsApp Business debuts product catalogs to enrich mobile chats
Small business owners can now create catalogs to showcase products in conversations with customers.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 12, 2019 -
SponsoredCould tidying up your tech stack spark operational joy? (These retailers say yes)
Companies are ditching their overly complex, multisolution technology stacks in favor of a single, unified commerce platform, making operations easier to manage and providing a better experience for the customer.
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Deep DiveWhat keeps Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos awake at night?
As the company reaches into a growing array of industry sectors, Industry Dive publications pulled together their expertise to analyze how competitors thrive amid the next wave of disruption.
By Nami Sumida • Nov. 11, 2019 -
Tommy Hilfiger to transition design process to digital
The apparel brand has established a tech incubator dedicated to training employees on its 3D design platform.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 08, 2019 -
Kohl's lets Snapchatters virtually window shop through AR portal
An immersive "New Gifts at Every Turn" experience showcases exclusive merchandise for the holidays.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 07, 2019 -
Sally Beauty expands AI try-on tech to 500 stores
The ColorView technology, which allows consumers to virtually test out hair and makeup color options, will also be available on the retailer's app.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 07, 2019 -
Amazon to invest $40M in new robotics hub
The e-commerce giant is banking on automated technology to help meet the needs of a modern-day, fast-paced supply chain.
By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 07, 2019 -
Shopping ads land on YouTube
As competition heats up with Amazon, Google continues to make its popular Shopping ads more visual and interactive.
By Dianna Christe • Nov. 06, 2019 -
Joann entices holiday crafters with 3D printers, new tech
The move further proves the retailer sees value in investing in technology, both in its merchandise and in-store experience.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 06, 2019 -
Ralph Lauren launches digital IDs to authenticate merchandise
The new technology will allow products to be verified as goods move through the supply chain.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Toys R Us Canada, Snapchat partner for AR experience
The toy retailer is integrating its holiday catalog with augmented reality features to showcase gifts.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 05, 2019 -
AR tops list of tech that makes users view a brand as innovative, study says
Chatbots, AI, facial recognition and cryptocurrency are less likely to drive perception of a brand's know-how.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 04, 2019 -
Lululemon invests in tech fitness startup Mirror
The tech company sells a home fitness system that displays on a full-length mirror, and has secured $72 million in financing to date.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 01, 2019 -
B8ta snaps up $50M from investors, including Macy's
The startup also announced the launch of Ark Marketplace, a tech platform that enables retailers to use the company's store technology.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 01, 2019 -
Goodwill debuts geofenced mobile ads to attract Gen Z
The promotions will help to monitor the campaign's effect on driving foot traffic into physical locations.
By Robert Williams • Oct. 31, 2019 -
Walmart, Green Dot renew prepaid card deal, launch fintech accelerator
The new accelerator, TailFin Labs, will develop products, services and technology at the intersection of retail and consumer financial services.
By Dan Ennis • Oct. 31, 2019 -
CMOs are in a 'desperate fight for survival,' Forrester says
A transition to digital is the key force behind the transformation of the role from brand-builders to data-focused, short-term revenue drivers.
By Barry Levine • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Ssense debuts app with personalized shopping recommendations
The app is designed to facilitate discovery through search and filter capabilities.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Flip Fit aims to make e-commerce social
The app allows users to see what others are trying on and share their outfits with friends, using social media habits to drive sales.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 25, 2019 -
H&M launches Spanish site for US shoppers, adds tech features
The chain introduced additional online shopping features, including a sustainability tool that provides manufacturing and textile information.
By Lisa Rowan • Oct. 25, 2019
