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  • KEEP YOUR EYE ON VISUAL SEARCH

    One trend that will likely become more prevalent in 2016 is visual search, the ability to click on an image of a product and obtain information or even make a purchase, without typing in any words.

    Urban Outfitters and other select retailers are offering visual search capabilities, and the failed Amazon Fire smartphone essentially made the world into an Amazon showroom with an advanced virtual search tool.

  • Meijer hits first milestone of the new year

    Meijer is ringing in the new year by marking a major milestone.

    The retailer announced that its free prescription program has hit 30 million prescriptions dispensed – 6 million alone in 2015 – since October 2006 when the program launched.

  • Spotlight On Changing Regulations

    In 2016, retail chains will continue to face increasing competition and high consumer expectations. Changing regulations will also impact retail businesses. We see the regulatory issues below as the most critical for the retail industry this year and beyond.

  • Mid-America secures three new retail leases at Orland Park Crossing

    Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. -- Mid-America Asset Management announced that the firm recently secured three new retail leases on behalf of Orland Park Crossing located in Orland Park, Illinois. Orland Park Crossing is a 107,371-sq. ft. lifestyle center featuring tenants White House | Black Market, Talbots, Charles Schwab, Ann Taylor, Charming Charlie and more.

  • Holiday Recap: Top Five Customer-Engaging Omnichannel Campaigns

    As we wrap up another holiday season, it’s time to review some of the most innovative and successful omnichannel promotions launched by retailers.

    Some of these promotions were brand new, some were updated versions of established favorites. And some directly drove purchases while others built brand awareness and general holiday goodwill. But all five of the selected campaigns engaged customers in ways that should help boost loyalty long after holiday cheer fades.

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  • SHOP TALK

    RANDOM NOTES: The North Face puts its passion for adventure and the great outdoors front and center in its new flagship in London. Designed to inspire customers to explore the world, the 4,300-sq.-ft. store features skylights, live greenery, tree trunks that extend through the ceiling windows, and such tech enhancements as a virtual reality experience that takes viewers on a journey through Nepal. Digital screens (“sky windows”) set in the ceiling have imagery that reflects outside weather conditions.

  • Two key roles filled at eBags as Q4 sales set record

    Online accessories retailer eBags continues to build out its senior leadership team with the newest hire filling the roles of CFO and COO.

  • Using Fan Fashion to Build Customer Loyalty

    Building customer loyalty is key for retailers and, while part of that is obviously offering desirable, high-quality products, consumers in today’s world want something more — they want to be a part of something larger than themselves - a community they can engage with.

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