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Deep Dive
Why dynamic and personalized pricing strategies haven’t taken over retail — yet
The robots are here and ready to overthrow the standardized price tag. They're just waiting for retailers to hit the start button.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 22, 2019 -
Giant Eagle to pilot checkout-free shopping
The technology will include computer vision, artificial intelligence and cameras around the store to keep track of what customers are grabbing.
By Krishna Thakker • July 18, 2019 -
Explore the Trendline➔
gradyreese via Getty ImagesTrendlineWhat's shaping the e-commerce landscape?
From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.
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Uber launches shopping app with Cargo to boost in-car commerce
The app, which only works during an Uber trip, also will have daily deals to give riders a chance to buy limited-time items.
By Robert Williams • July 18, 2019 -
Chico's-owned Soma to sell fit tech bra through b8ta
In addition to offering its "SOMAINNOFIT" bra in the retail concept's stores, the intimates brand also announced an expanded partnership with QVC.
By Caroline Jansen • July 18, 2019 -
Consumers like chatbots but prefer human interaction
A recent survey finds that respondents prefer the ease of communication and customer experience that come with talking to a person.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 17, 2019 -
Back-to-school shopping on mobile will jump this year
A Deloitte study shows changing consumer trends for school supplies in late summer, but most shoppers still favor brick-and-mortar stores for purchases.
By Robert Williams • July 16, 2019 -
Target brings in Facebook vet to lead tech ops
Hari Govind will oversee cloud computing, network connectivity and operations for technology throughout the retailer's business.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 16, 2019 -
Only one-third of shoppers have seen top tech features in stores
A report from A.T. Kearney reveals that shoppers aren't seeing well-known tech in stores, despite three-fourths of shoppers being familiar with it.
By Lisa Rowan • July 16, 2019 -
Rue21 partners with Klarna for online orders
The service allows customers of the apparel retailer to pay for their purchases in four installments.
By Lisa Rowan • July 15, 2019 -
Bolt raises $68M to help retailers compete with Amazon
The startup aims to support retailers whose online shopping operations can’t keep up with the e-tailer by offering checkout and fraud detection features.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 12, 2019 -
Prime Day sales begin early for Alexa users
Amazon revealed that shoppers who own the smart devices have access to select sales on Saturday by asking, "Alexa, what are my deals?"
By Kaarin Moore • July 12, 2019 -
Pinterest debuts fresh video tools for creators, brands
The company also added analytics tools to give brands data on lifetime views and insights into video performance.
By Robert Williams • July 11, 2019 -
Amazon to invest $700M to retrain 100K employees
Programs to reskill current staff will allow the company to gain technical talent without having to fight over a small pool of qualified workers.
By Matt Leonard • July 11, 2019 -
Shopping on smart speakers is growing faster than previously forecast
Revised estimates from eMarketer predict that the number of Americans who shop by the voice-powered devices will rise 31.6% to 31 million this year.
By Robert Williams • July 10, 2019 -
Wear it out: How smart tech and data collection will impact retail
As companies further develop technologies, consumers are awakening to adverse outcomes of gathering too much personal information.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 10, 2019 -
Stop & Shop introduces ‘Free-Days’ to boost in-store visits, app use
On select Fridays, the grocer will notify customers through its app of free products that can be picked up in locations across the Northeast.
By Jessica Dumont • July 9, 2019 -
Deep Dive
From social commerce to TikTok: The 9 most successful mobile campaigns of 2019
Mobile marketers were full of surprises in the first half of the year with efforts that scanned, scorched and sliced their way to success.
By Chantal Tode , Natalie Black (Koltun) , Chris Kelly , Kira Barrett • July 9, 2019 -
Deep Dive
What brands are getting wrong about AR
The technology is expected reach a market value of $83 billion by 2021 — so how are so many marketers still missing the mark?
By Chris Kelly • July 9, 2019 -
Study: Social ad growth drops nearly 50%
While the growth rate declined significantly, ad revenue reached $17.9 billion in Q1 among key social media companies.
By Robert Williams • July 9, 2019 -
L’Oréal brings AR makeup try-ons to WeChat
The cosmetics giant's Giorgio Armani Beauty brand is the first to deploy a mini-program in the messaging app for virtual demonstrations.
By Robert Williams • July 9, 2019 -
Hudson’s Bay launches iOS shopping app
The bilingual app lets in-store shoppers scan product barcodes to search for additional styles and sizes and see more detailed product descriptions.
By Robert Williams • July 8, 2019 -
Amazon Alexa update lets more skills work together
Voice-powered apps can link in order to more seamlessly print, make reservations and hail rides.
By Robert Williams • July 8, 2019 -
Tech has made shopping easier, but consumers still face basic hurdles
A new NRF study shows that around 25% of consumers are frustrated when verifying price points or product availability.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 2, 2019 -
Shiseido bets on personalized skin care with $92 monthly service
A new app analyzes environmental data to recommend skin care products daily.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 2, 2019 -
Twitch readies 2-day live shopping show for Amazon Prime Day
Leading up to the event, the platform is hosting two gaming tournaments in Las Vegas and London.
By Robert Williams • July 1, 2019