- NRF 2019: Dawn of Experiential Shopping
Exuberance and a superabundance of innovative technologies were defining characteristics of the just completed 2019 NRF Big Show. ... read more - Best of NRF 2019: Top 10 Takeaways
As the name implies, the NRF Big Show is enormous. It is impossible to see it all in three short days. Check out RIS’ annual look at the key sessions, events and trends from this year’s show and catch up on what you might have missed. ... read more - Walgreens Boots Alliance and Microsoft Enter Multifaceted Strategic Partnership
The dynamic partnership includes a plan for the drugstore retailer to pilot store-in-store “digital health corners," connect stores and health information systems to people through their digital devices, and much more. ... read more - L.K.Bennett Embarks on Retail Technology Transformation
As part of its omnichannel transformation, L.K.Bennett realized the need to seamlessly blend its in-store and digital channels to offer shoppers a unified experience. Learn how the retailer is making this happen. ... read more - Joann Stores Tailor Engaged Customer Experiences
"By more fully understanding our customers’ interests and buying history, we can suggest new projects in-store and deliver more personalized offers to drive engagement across channels," said Steve Miller, SVP marketing & eCommerce at Joann. ... read more - Weather Data Can Dial in Retailers’ Localization Approach
How well retailers can integrate weather data into their supply chains to get the right goods into consumers' hands at the right location is increasingly important. ... read more - Lolli and Pops Adopts Retail Tech to Power Relationships with Suppliers
Lolli and Pops, a specialty retailer offering an assortment of confections was looking for a system that would help it automate labor-intensive processes. Uncover what solution was a must for its omnichannel programs. ... read more - 500 Robots Rolling Out at Stop & Shop and Giant/Martin’s Stores
“Marty,” a tall gray robot with googly eyes, will soon be working alongside grocery store associates. Find out more about the nearly 500 robots coming to Stop & Shop and Giant/Martin’s stores. ... read more - Laura Ashley Customizes Online Retail Experiences Globally
Laura Ashley has been able to redesign and internationalize its website so that each territory can customize its online storefront to create seamless, integrated customer experiences. Find out how. ... read more - Bed Bath & Beyond Banks on Store of the Future
Bed Bath & Beyond will turn 40 stores into working labs in support of its next generation store initiatives. Uncover what the 18 up-and-running test stores look like and how they will help define the home goods retailer’s store of the future. ... read more - Chico’s to Close 250 Stores to Rebalance Omnichannel Mix
As Chico’s FAS focuses on its omnichannel strategy, the apparel retailer looks to "rebalance the mix between its physical store presence with its digital network" and has commenced a comprehensive review of its operations. ... read more - RIS Talks With Jetblack Co-Founder Jenny Fleiss on Changing How Consumers Shop
Jennifer Fleiss co-founded Rent the Runway and Jetblack and recently landed on RIS' "Top Women in Retail Tech" list for 2019. In this exclusive Q&A we take a deeper dive into Fleiss' remarkable experience in inventing new ways for consumers to shop. ... read more - 5 Steps to Successful Buy Online, Pickup in Store in 2019
The buy online, pickup in store (BOPIS) revolution is changing the way consumers interact with retailers. Here are five steps to execute a successful BOPIS program in 2019. ... read more - Things Remembered Personalizes Customer Experience
Things Remembered was able to deliver an improved omnichannel experience with the ability to scale in preparation for the holiday season last year. Learn how. ... read more - NRF Introduces The Girls’ Lounge at The Big Show
The new women-only addition to the Big Show provides unique content, experiences, and networking opportunities to all female retailers at the show. You don’t want to miss this agenda built with women in mind. ... read more