Analysis: Customer arrest likely to impact Starbucks’ revenuesAlthough Starbucks is a brand with a long-standing history of positive social action and community engagement, its recent controversy has done much to tarnish that carefully built reputation. Menswear retailer offers digital shoppers advice from in-store associates—in real timeTailored Brands is merging its digital and physical shopping channels in a new way. Discount start-up launches first pop-up—with a twist Online deep-discounter Brandless is preparing to open its first pop-up store — but nothing is for sale. Labor management goes social at Sprinkles A growing bakery chain is using an interactive social network to deliver training courses and track performance. Brands underestimate the value of social advocacy, personalization There is an increasing gap between retailers’ marketing methods, and the campaigns that realistically drive consumers’ purchase decisions. Teens more hot for food than clothing Teenagers are really into food. Fanatics uses the cloud to create customized shopper experiences Fanatics is changing the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel and jerseys across retail channels. Pet supplies retailer to open 50 stores Pet Supplies Plus is expanding its footprint, both through franchising and corporate-owned stores. The Home Depot expands partnership with Pinterest The Home Depot is going deeper into home décor. Report: In-store customers want to be left alone Shoppers are increasingly looking to in-store technology for customer service versus personal assistance from store associates. First Previous 88 89 90 91 92 Next Last