Q&A: Lamps Plus exec sheds light on user-generated contentLamps Plus is putting a new spin on customer-generated content to give shoppers more transparency into its merchandise. Charlotte Russe tightens ops with techCharlotte Russe is using technology to enforce consistent repair and maintenance operations across locations. Making the connection with Internet of Things Connected buildings, Internet of Things and smart devices are popular buzzwords. But do you have a true understanding of what a connected building is? Lighting controls update Networked lighting control systems have a high potential for energy savings. Brokers + Engineers taps New York office director Daniel Zimmerman has joined the New York Office as a director of Brokers + Engineers, a newly formed firm that brokers triple-net – lease properties using a proprietary technology platform. Marimekko taps social media data to create customer-driven assortments A Finnish design company known for its original prints and colors is combining social media and predictive analytics to step up its product designs. Study: Voice shopping to hit $40 billion by 2020 Voice-based commerce is shaping up to be the next major disruptive force in retail — and Amazon is poised to grab most of this wallet share. Walmart opens first ‘technology incubator’ Walmart is taking another step to gain a competitive advantage in the adoption — and development — of emerging predictive technologies. Report: Amazon targets Boston for its newest business office An online giant could be setting up shop in Beantown. Report: Amazon is designing its own AI chips Alexa is on track to get even smarter. Former Sears Holdings exec joins BJ’s digital team in new role BJ’s Wholesale Club appointed a new executive to bolster its digital innovation. eBay launches ‘shoppable stories’ on Mashable eBay’s newest partnership enables Mashable readers to shop the online marketplace — without leaving the story they are reading. First Previous 105 106 107 108 109 Next Last