Finish Line bets on mobile to boost sales amid store strategy overhaul

The retailer's mobile loyalty app was a bright spot on its most recent quarterly performance, even as it continues to remodel some stores and close others.

By Dan O'Shea • July 9, 2017

Amazon developer series aims to expand Alexa skills

A traveling series of learning events for developers is the latest step in Amazon's ongoing push to expand its Alexa ecosystem.

By Dan O'Shea • July 9, 2017

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The latest in experiential retail

From new store concepts to accessibility efforts, retailers are constantly shifting their approach to better cater to shopper needs.

By Retail Dive staff

Is this the Amazon Century?

The e-commerce giant's dominance is about much more than the Whole Foods takeover, writes Lee Peterson at WD Partners.

By Lee Peterson • July 7, 2017

West Elm taps Pinterest images for product recommendations

The West Elm Pinterest Style Finder aims to give the retailer's customers an easy way to shop using Pinterest board images as inspiration.

By Dan O'Shea • July 6, 2017

Yoox Net-a-Porter opens Tech Hub to drive ‘mobile-only’ effort

The luxury brand looks to grow its reputation as an aggressive innovator with the opening of a new technology hub.

By Dan O'Shea • July 6, 2017

Moby-Mart gives mobile commerce a whole new meaning

A store on wheels that doesn't need cashiers — or even a driver — is stirring great interest based on a single beta model operating in China.

By Dan O'Shea • July 6, 2017

Best Buy poised to dethrone Sears in appliance sales

As in so many other sectors, Sears is falling out of competition in the appliances market, but is eyeing a new way to boost sales.

By Dan O'Shea • July 5, 2017

Target debuts new brands to cement 'Tar-zhay' image

The retailer is rolling out 12 new brands that aim to emulate its “cheap chic” reputation and invoke an emotional connection with consumers.  

By Corinne Ruff • July 5, 2017

Loyalty growth slows due to lackluster rewards

While overall consumer enrollment has increased, low-return loyalty programs are causing members to abandon ship.

By Cara Salpini • July 5, 2017

Adidas fortifies content-and-commerce mix with silent auction

The collection of custom Boost the Nation sneakers was curated by Refinery29 with featured designs representing each state.

By David Kirkpatrick • July 5, 2017

Amazon-Whole Foods deal could speed the decline of paper coupons

Experts say they expect the online retail giant to offer price matching and guaranteed low prices throughout Whole Foods.

By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2017

Walmart Open Call event grants entrepreneurs shelf space

The big-box retailer made deals with some 100 entrepreneurs, allowing their products to be sold by Walmart, as it continues to broaden its product lineup.

By Dan O'Shea • July 4, 2017

REI tests targeting Facebook ads using context like weather

Jivox technology uses machine learning and contextual data like weather, time of day, language and other demographics to serve up more relevant ads.

By Robert Williams • June 30, 2017

Carhartt adopts ‘Shop for Others’ for better gift recommendations

Carhartt is the first company to use a new feature from True Fit that improves recommendations when buying for others. 

By Dan O'Shea • June 29, 2017

Nordstrom's latest pop-up stores will feature tech products

Next week, Pop-In@Nordstrom turns toward tech, with dedicated shops featuring 125 products in the home, fitness, health, travel, accessories and pet care categories.

By Dan O'Shea • June 28, 2017

Discount Drug Mart putting holographic kiosks in its stores

3D Savings Center kiosks are coming to the drug store retail chain courtesy of Provision Interactive Technologies.

By Dan O'Shea • June 28, 2017

Best Buy unveils Google Home, Amazon Echo smart home displays

In another move to become a dominant smart home player, the electronics retailer is rolling out new in-store displays touting smart assistant integration with connected home products.

By Dan O'Shea • June 28, 2017

Study: Music and atmosphere big factors in choosing brick and mortar

Seeing and touching products isn't the only reason consumers go to physical storefronts anymore — especially for younger generations.

By Cara Salpini • June 28, 2017

Tommy Hilfiger adds chatbot to autoplay video ads

The clothing brand's TMY.GRL bot invites viewers in Facebook Messenger to engage directly over the on-screen action.

By Robert Williams • June 28, 2017

Facebook rolls out product video ads as mobile shopping’s ascent continues

Made.com is an early adopter of the video dynamic ads, while Airbnb and Netflix are leveraging new household targeting capabilities. 

By David Kirkpatrick • June 28, 2017

Study: How in-store, online shopping complement one another

Results of a massive new study gives retailers every reason to invest in omnichannel strategies that emphasize the store experience. 

By Dan O'Shea • June 27, 2017

Target opens next-day delivery pilot to Minneapolis shoppers

After a brief month and a half trial period with employees, the big-box retailer is rolling out its household essential delivery service in what is seen as a challenge to Amazon's Prime Pantry program.

By Dan O'Shea • June 27, 2017

Office Depot launches new brand platform

The office supplies retailer is targeting consumers and businesses with a brand reboot less than two months after rival and failed suitor Staples unveiled a brand campaign of its own.

By Daphne Howland • June 27, 2017

E-commerce startup ThredUP launches 'smart' brick-and-mortar store

The secondhand seller is using consumer data to personalize the shopping experience at its first store.

By Corinne Ruff, Dan O'Shea • June 26, 2017

Survey: Big data, predictive analytics top investment priorities

Retail professionals need to draw insights from massive amounts of collected data, making these technologies an area of major investment in the years to come.

By Dan O'Shea • June 25, 2017