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E-commerce pulls back amid pandemic precautions
It seems like digital sales should benefit retailers during a global disease outbreak. For many, health and safety concerns extend to those operations too.
By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2020 -
Shopify launches 3D model, video integration for merchants
The e-commerce platform introduced new features to entice customers and support sellers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 19, 2020 -
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Zapp2photo via Getty ImagesTrendlineHow artificial intelligence is shaping retail
More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.
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Facebook announces $100M in grants to small businesses impacted by COVID-19
The social media company is working to provide some relief in response to the global pandemic.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 19, 2020 -
Grocery apps see record downloads during coronavirus outbreak
As consumers stock up on everyday essentials, a new study found more are turning to grocery delivery apps amid the global pandemic.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 17, 2020 -
7-Eleven adds cash-to-digital payments in Latin America
In partnership with fintech provider Arcus, the convenience chain is giving customers in the region another reason to visit its stores.
By Robert Williams • March 17, 2020 -
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J.C. Penney unveils smart fitting room tech
Testing the new in-store technology is part of the company's overall turnaround plan.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 16, 2020 -
App downloads increased by 42% during Cyber Week 2019, study says
App commerce firm Poq predicts that more than 25% of online traffic will come from mobile apps by the 2020 holiday season.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 16, 2020 -
Consumer spend via chatbot to reach $142B by 2024
A new report by Juniper Research states that the technology can cut costs and drive sales by acting as a first point of consumer contact.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 13, 2020 -
Sponsored by Acxiom
Feeling left behind in the age of AI and machine learning?
Five steps to getting the most out of AI and ML investments while avoiding challenges other retailers have faced.
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What tech and metrics do you need for omnichannel?
A modern order management system will have most of the data needed to measure success. However, some operations will require more creativity.
By Matt Leonard • March 12, 2020 -
Can retailers win consumers with voice technology?
To harness the potential of voice tech, companies need to improve user experience and be transparent around data collection.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 12, 2020 -
Amazon to sell cashierless tech to other retailers
The company's Just Walk Out technology uses computer vision, sensor fusion and deep learning to eliminate checkout lines.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 10, 2020 -
Nearly 80% of marketers want to work with microinfluencers
The shift comes as marketers seek clear metrics for assessing return on investment, according to a new report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 9, 2020 -
DVF, Mastercard team up for in-store tech
Diane von Furstenberg is the latest retailer to roll out robust analytic technology to be used by store associates.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 5, 2020 -
J. Crew reports data breach of customer accounts
It's not clear how many customers were impacted by the breach, which took place around April 2019.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 5, 2020 -
Target's tech for store-based fulfillment operations is ready to scale
Machine learning and robotics will allow the retailer to fulfill digital orders from stores and avoid stockouts, executives detailed in an investor presentation.
By Emma Cosgrove • March 5, 2020 -
Sponsored by SenSource
Wi-Fi tracking: A data gold mine or privacy nightmare?
Is collecting data from customers’ cell phones the best solution to measure in-store engagement?
March 4, 2020 -
Walmart outlines cloud strategy to investors
The big-box retailer can use machine learning to improve customer experience.
By Naomi Eide • March 3, 2020 -
Gen Z relies on influencers for purchase decisions, Kantar says
Seventy percent of the demographic follow at least one influencer on platforms like Instagram or YouTube, according to a recent Kantar study.
By Robert Williams • March 2, 2020 -
Poshmark: Over half of consumers would buy through social media
A study from the social commerce platform also found that Gen Z was leading the secondhand apparel trend.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 2, 2020 -
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EBay introduces image tool to help sellers display better product images
The e-commerce veteran is the latest to create a tool for individual merchants and small businesses.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 2, 2020 -
Home Depot holiday ads spur double-digital growth in app usage
The "how doers get more done" campaign displayed app features such as image recognition to identify repair parts, a product locator and in-store pickup.
By Robert Williams • March 2, 2020 -
7-Eleven expands Evolution Store concept
The new locations in Washington, D.C., and San Diego will feature mobile checkout via the c-store's app.
By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 28, 2020 -
Virginia legislature clears way for Amazon delivery robots
The legislature approved a bill that would allow electric personal delivery robots of up to 500 pounds to operate on sidewalks and road shoulders.
By Chris Teale • Feb. 27, 2020 -
Vimeo launches video editing tools for small businesses
The video platform is the latest company to roll out tools to support emerging merchants.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 27, 2020