- 1822 Denim’s Perfect Fit Grows Conversions 4x and Shrinks Returns 48%
The denim retailer has been able to reduce its return rates by nearly 50%, as well as increase conversions and right-size its inventory levels through virtual try-on technology and recommendations. ... read more - Dollar General Debuts Hybrid Store; Names Sanja Krajnovic SVP Store Operations
Dollar General took the next step in its growth strategy with a new store-within-a-store concept, as well as appointing a new store operations SVP. ... read more - Retail’s Inflection Point: Data, Analytics and the ‘New Normal’
The retail industry has hit a key inflection point in determining which COVID-era norms are here to stay and which are likely to fall by the wayside. ... read more - Starbucks’ Active U.S. Loyalty Members Grow 48%
Starbucks’ active loyalty members have helped the coffee retailer’s pandemic recovery, but CEO and president Kevin Johnson said the acceleration in non-rewards customers is really further evidence of “the great human reconnection.” ... read more - Samir Desai Joins Abercrombie & Fitch As First Chief Digital and Technology Officer
Samir Desai has been named chief digital and technology officer of Abercrombie & Fitch Co., a new role for the company. ... read more - Express Piloting Social Commerce Platform
Apparel retailer Express is wading into social commerce with the pilot of a platform geared toward fashion influencers, who will be able to earn commissions. ... read more - Streamline Retail Order Fulfillment with AI
Have you ever wondered how Amazon can fulfill millions of orders accurately with Prime delivery? As you might expect, order fulfillment processes are quite complex. ... read more - Slashing Prices Won’t Win Customers Back, But Smart Promotions Will
Rather than discounting for the sake of discounting, retailers need to be able to identify what is important and valuable to their customers and design marketing strategies that focus on “Promotions of Value.” ... read more - Athleta Launches an Immersive Digital Platform for Women to Connect
Performance lifestyle retailer Athleta has launched an immersive new platform as part of its loyalty rewards. Learn how it seeks to build loyalty, engagement, and a community of empowered women. ... read more - Walmart’s Now Selling Its Retail Tech to Other Retailers
“Commercializing our technologies and capabilities helps us sustainably reinvest back into our customer value proposition," John Furner, CEO of Walmart U.S. said as Walmart announces it's entering the retail tech sales business. Get the details. ... read more - Computer Vision & Augmented Reality Put Customers at the Heart of Retail Resurgence
Leading innovative technologies like in-store robots, electronic shelf labeling, advanced computer vision and augmented reality are set to play a starring role in making customer experiences more personal and safer through better inventory management ... read more - What Frontline Workers Need to Serve Connected Consumers
... read more - RIS Seeks 2021’s Retail Influentials
RIS needs your nominations for its fifth annual Influentials: Top 10 Movers and Shakers in Retail! Find out who is eligible and honor a deserving executive today! ... read more - Consistent Store Execution Delivers Your Brand Promise
Over the last 18 months, stores have evolved drastically and increasing communication has become a top priority for many retailers. ... read more - Bed Bath & Beyond to Reduce Replenishment Times from 35 to 10 Days
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. will significantly improve its merchandise replenishment by 25 days as part of its ongoing supply chain initiatives. ... read more