Data & Analytics

IBM and Apple: ‘It’s Complicated’ for Retail
New York -- Greg Buzek, president of IHL, which tracks mobile spending and forecasts for the retail and hospitality markets, offers analysis on the recently announced IBM-Apple partnership:

If IBM and Apple for retail were people on Facebook right now, the relationship status would say “It’s complicated."
Electrolux focuses on recovery
Electrolux president and CEO Keith McLoughlin reflected on the company's progress during the second fiscal quarter, pointing to prospects for growth.

However, net sales decreased by about 4.9% year-over-year, totaling $26.3 billion for the three-month period. That decrease was slightly smaller for the six-month period — 2%.

Meanwhile, the company posted a net loss of $92 million for the quarter. For the first six months, the company's net income of $339 million compares to net income of $1.003 billion for the same six-month period last year.

Oakley, New York City

Oakley describes its new Fifth Avenue flagship as a “disruptive display of science wrapped in art.”

From its tectonic-plated exterior to its floating digital ceiling, the store dazzles with its combination of technological innovation and customization.
Steve Madden personalizes shoppers’ online experience

Shoemaker Steve Madden is partnering with omnichannel personalization company Certona to tailor shoppers’ experiences online.

“We are proud to add Steve Madden to our roster of fashion clients,” Certona CEO Meyar Sheik said. “Certona will enable Steve Madden to best connect and engage with their loyal community while delivering the most personalized customer experiences across their touchpoints.”
PBTeen opens first Arizona store

San Francisco - PBteen opens its first Arizona-based PBteen store at Kierland Commons in Scottsdale, Arizona on July 18. It will serve as a combined location with Pottery Barn Kids, and this will be the 18th PBteen location in the U.S.
What Digital Ordering Means for Restaurants

By Jonathan Marek, senior VP, Applied Predictive Technologies
Herman Miller to acquire Design Within Reach
PPG taps new COO

PPG Industries, a leading coatings and specialty materials company, has elevated EVP Michael H. McGarry to chief operating officer, effective Aug. 1. He will remain based at PPG’s global headquarters in Pittsburgh and continue to report to chairman and CEO Charles E. Bunch.

McGarry will have executive oversight responsibility for all of PPG’s strategic business units and operating regions and for the information technology (IT), environment, health and safety (EH&S) and purchasing functions.
Retail operations fueling VF growth

VF Corp., the company behind popular brands such as The North Face, Timberland and Wrangler, relied on the strength of its 1,300 unit retail operation to drive sales during the second quarter.
Arba Retail Systems launches POS for Microsoft Surface Pro 3

Naperville, Ill. – Arba Retail Systems has released a new mobile POS solution. Built specifically for Microsoft Surface tablet series, this retail management software is compatible with the latest Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet.

The retail version is designed for both single unit and chain stores. The software is built on the latest Microsoft technologies — .NET and MS SQL Server, and compatible with the Windows 8 OS.

IBM and Apple: ‘It’s Complicated’ for Retail

Electrolux focuses on recovery

Oakley, New York City

Steve Madden personalizes shoppers’ online experience

PBTeen opens first Arizona store

What Digital Ordering Means for Restaurants

Herman Miller to acquire Design Within Reach

PPG taps new COO

Retail operations fueling VF growth

Arba Retail Systems launches POS for Microsoft Surface Pro 3