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November 27, 2012
App Essentials

The life of any top-level retail executive is hectic, but there’s a whole host of mobile app tools to help manage everyday tasks and ultimately boost efficiency.

From keeping track of to-do lists and meetings to eliminating paper receipts needed for expense reports, here are eight essential iOS and Android apps every retail exec should download — and actually use:

September 21, 2012
Focus on: ADA Compliance

Seasonal, temporary and pop-up retailers have an added challenge this year. As of March, any retail space constructed or altered must meet the Department of Justice’s latest ADA requirements and the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design. 

That applies to all new retail construction and any alterations to retail spaces; and if an existing facility is used, then retailers must conduct “readily achievable barrier removal.”

September 7, 2012
In-Store Experience Goes ‘Virtual’ at Rookie USA

A new, kids-only sports store in Manhattan, Rookie USA, is utilizing the latest in innovative HD projection and audio-visual technology to engage and inform shoppers.

March 8, 2012
Neiman Marcus testing personal shopping assistant app

Neiman Marcus is testing a new iPhone-only app that allows customers to interact more directly with sales associates.

February 13, 2012
Siri & the iPhone 4S: Strategies for Retailers

By Steven Kramer, Hybris

July 5, 2011
'Virtual Assistant' technology makes retail debut at Duane Reade

Next-generation digital signage that uses the latest in holographic imaging and audio-visual technology to create the illusion of a real person is making its U.S. debut at Duane Reade’s new flagship in downtown Manhattan.

July 5, 2011
Shops at Legacy launches personal shopping app

Inland Western, based in Oak Brook, Ill., said that its Shops at Legacy, in Plano, Texas, has partnered with Smart Choice to launch a mobile personal shopping assistant app.

October 31, 2008
Big Lots’ Big Case

A labor-law class action filed against Big Lots (Johnson v. Big Lots) for alleged...

June 17, 2008
OfficeMax to Cut 2,700 Management Jobs

OfficeMax Inc. said that it plans to eliminate 2, 700 positions in an effort to...

February 28, 2007
The Perfect Fit

Chico’s has created a niche catering to women 35 and older, helping them coordinate and...

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