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David's Bridal names new chief technology officer
The appointment of Danny Luczak comes on top of a slew of tech features the retailer has rolled out in recent months.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 1, 2020 -
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Giant Food merges e-commerce services into updated platform
As savvy consumers demand better online experiences, retailers will need to streamline their digital presence to offer easier shopping.
By Jessica Dumont • June 30, 2020 -
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Tanger Outlets debuts virtual shopping service
While its physical locations are beginning to reopen, the feature provides an option to consumers who may not feel comfortable in stores.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 30, 2020 -
Google extends free product listings to search results
Free listings for brands and retailers are part of the search giant's increased push into e-commerce.
By Robert Williams • June 30, 2020 -
Lululemon snaps up at-home workout platform Mirror for $500M
Analysts hailed the move as synergistic for both companies, especially considering the appeal of virtual workouts during the pandemic.
By Daphne Howland • June 30, 2020 -
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Bollé unleashes sunglass try-on experience on Instagram
The AR feature has a viewpoint for each camera on a smartphone, and helps customers find nearby retailers that carry the brand.
By Robert Williams • June 30, 2020 -
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Nike anticipates layoffs as it accelerates digital strategy
The job cuts are not related to losses incurred by the pandemic, a company spokesperson said, and savings will be reinvested in the retailer's priorities.
By Cara Salpini • June 29, 2020 -
Microsoft to close its physical stores
The tech giant is investing in its online channels while transitioning to virtual customer services.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 29, 2020 -
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Snapchat’s first shoppable show will sell streetwear
The platform's original programming also includes a makeup competition show that features AR try ons.
By Robert Williams • June 26, 2020 -
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Sonos to lay off 12% of workforce
The company is also temporarily cutting executive pay to trim costs while it copes with the economic uncertainty brought on by the pandemic.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 25, 2020 -
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Ikea debuts platform for testing home design experiments
The furniture retailer has enlisted various designers and studios to explore new ways to use home and living spaces.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 25, 2020 -
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David's Bridal introduces virtual appointments via Zoom
The bridal retailer released the latest in a series of technological services it's leveraging to connect with consumers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 25, 2020 -
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Giant Food adds electric vehicle charging stations
The chain will allow customers at select stores to charge plug-in vehicles for free while they shop.
By Sam Silverstein • June 24, 2020 -
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Sephora launches on Instagram checkout with over 80 brands
The partnership demonstrates the growing importance of social commerce, especially as companies attempt to reach young consumers.
By Cara Salpini • June 24, 2020 -
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How to prep reverse logistics for an upcoming 'flood of returns'
Technology and warehouse worker safety are critical as state reopenings could prompt an uptick in retail returns.
By Jen A. Miller • June 24, 2020 -
Mastercard partners with installment payment company Splitit
The move will propel the platform across Mastercard's global merchant and customer base.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 23, 2020 -
Study: Shopping apps boost engagement during pandemic
The cost to acquire a shopper who completed a first purchase plunged by more than half from last year to $19.47.
By Robert Williams • June 23, 2020 -
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North Face, Patagonia, REI boycott Facebook after calls from civil rights groups
Others have since joined the #StopHateforProfit campaign, which seeks to pressure the social network to be more aggressive in removing hate speech.
By Robert Williams • Updated June 24, 2020 -
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Google unveils shoppable video ads for YouTube
In tests, Aerie generated sales conversions that were nine times better than its traditional media mix and saw return on ad spend 25% higher than a year prior.
By Robert Williams • June 23, 2020 -
David’s Bridal, Popwallet partner for marketing via mobile wallets
The effort will allow customers to obtain offers and deals directly on their smartphones.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 22, 2020 -
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Etsy unveils AR shopping tool for wall art
The features are particularly useful while the pandemic keeps customers inside, and consumer attention remains focused on the home.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 18, 2020 -
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Walmart buys medication management tech from startup CareZone
With the purchase of CareZone's technology, patents and intellectual property, the retailer is building up its digital health capabilities.
By Rebecca Pifer • June 16, 2020 -
WhatsApp adds mobile payments in Brazil
Shoppers in the country can now use the Facebook-owned app to browse merchants' product catalogs and make direct payments.
By Robert Williams • June 16, 2020 -
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Variety: Walmart partners with HGTV series
Home goods from the big-box retailer are key to "Design At Your Door," and shoppable articles featuring the products will appear on HGTV.com.
By Peter Adams • June 16, 2020 -
Courtesy of Snap
Snapchat debuts AI-powered lenses, mini apps, real-time features
Nike and Mattel are among the brands using the company's platforms for a broad range of new services.
By Robert Williams • June 15, 2020
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