BDO survey: Retailers preparing for downturnA majority of retailers are surviving, but not thriving. Pier I names CIOA former Toys “R” Us digital executive has joined the leadership team at Pier I Imports. Amazon reportedly takes the bus in latest delivery idea Amazon’s latest strategy for delivering goods to consumers reportedly involves public transit. Study: This type of search is growing in popularity Seeing just may be believing for an increasing number of consumers. Warby Parker offers a new way to try on glasses—virtually Warby Parker is turning to augmented reality to create a brick-and-mortar-type of experience online for consumers. Online fashion retailer makes shopping more personal Specialty e-commerce retailer eShakti is letting customers switch styles with a click. Analysis: NRF Big Show demonstrates AI has arrived in retail Exhibits at the recent NRF 2019 “Big Show” conference confirm how universal artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming in retail, according to Retail Systems Research. Transformation: Physical Meets Digital at the Cutting Edge of Tech To say that the last two years have been ones of transition and transformation for brick-and-mortar retailers would be a dramatic understatement. Analysis: Amazon’s Q4 store sales fall 2.7%—largely due to lackluster Whole Foods Overall, Amazon has ended its fiscal year on a positive note. Focus on HVAC Management Chain Store Age spoke with Ron Prager, COO of Brinco, about how retailers can better manage one of their most critical assets: HVAC systems. First Previous 403 404 405 406 407 Next Last