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Sep 2022
Sep 27
Retailers Macy’s, Target, and More Aim To Attract Seasonal Workers With This One Thing
The holiday season is approaching and retailers are beefing up their workforce now. Learn what Macy’s, Dicks Sporting Goods, and Target are offering potential associates to get them through the door.
Sep 26
Amazon to Launch a New Shopping Event
To kick off the holiday shopping season, Amazon will run a second sales event this year for Prime members. Uncover what digital features it's offering to help shoppers prepare and find gift-giving inspiration.
Sep 21
Is a Nordstrom Takeover on the Horizon?
Nordstrom Inc. has adopted a so-called "poison pill" and announced the opening of three new stores.
Sep 19
Holiday Retail Forecasts and Predictions for 2022
Did you blink? Summer is over and the holiday season has arrived already for budget-seeking shoppers. Here to help retailers strategize yet again, RIS presents our third annual guide to peak selling season.
Sep 14
Starbucks Taps Web3 Technology for New Loyalty Member Experience
The coffee retailer lifts the lid on the Starbucks Odyssey project and claims using technology that aligns with its sustainability aspirations to create it is a “top priority.” Get the details.
Sep 02
Starbucks Names Next Retail CEO
Starbucks has revealed its next CEO, a little over five months after announcing Kevin Johnson was stepping down and Howard Schultz would return as interim CEO.
Aug 2022
Aug 30
Improving Omnichannel Solutions Testing and Deployment to Provide Customers Differentiated Experiences
Retailers must develop and upgrade their omnichannel solutions to meet customer demands. Benchmark the omnichannel solution testing conducted across the industry, and pinpoint where retailers can improve both their innovation and execution efforts.
Aug 29
Creating and Strengthening Customer Relationships Through Unified Commerce
Today’s customers expect a seamless and personalized experience regardless of where they choose to shop.
Aug 29
Taco Bell Takes Weddings to the Metaverse
One bride will be saying “yes” to the virtual dress soon – Taco Bell is kicking off a contest to award a Web 3.0 wedding. Get the details.
Aug 24
Macy’s Excess Inventory Incites Discounts
Macy’s will discount merchandise to clear inventory, but data analytics played a part in keeping the situation from being worse. Learn how Macy’s is leveraging its data science capabilities.
Aug 22
New CEOs for Foot Locker and Hy-Vee
Foot Locker is tapping former Ulta Beauty head Mary N. Dillon as its next CEO, while Hy-Vee has named a CEO and president of Hy-Vee’s retail operations.
Aug 01
Amazon Launches Same-Day Delivery from Partner Retail Stores
Amazon has launched same-day delivery from PacSun, GNC, and more. Learn the plans for the service moving forward.
Aug 01
Snapshots From Analytics Unite 2022
The 2022 Analytics Unite event brought retail and consumer goods executives back together again. See photos from the inspiring event.