Data & Analytics

CSA Q&A: U.S. Polo Assn. weathers pandemic with digital commerce
The official brand of the United States Polo Association is strengthening online commerce and distribution, as well as corporate communications.
Harris Poll: Pandemic shopping habits will remain as life returns to ‘normal’
Eight in 10 American consumers plan to shop online in some fashion, even when the COVID-19 pandemic comes to an end.

Why the pandemic has created new urgency around digital engagement

The pandemic has revolutionized consumer behavior, and there is no going back to the way things were.
Online bedding retailer scores with customers on mattress removal

Purple is teaming up with a third-party delivery and installation platform to satisfy California delivery laws.
Survey: Retailers shift supply chain strategy in response to COVID-19

Retail and CPG supply chains will look very different in the next three years.
Ulta Beauty Q4 sales, profit fall; to open 40 stores this year

Ulta Beauty continued to feel the impact of the pandemic in the fourth quarter as its profit and sales fell amid a 12% decline in transactions.
Walmart invests in Japanese tech giant

Walmart is extending its partnership with Rakuten via a $153 million USD investment.
Three retail lessons of COVID-19

As the COVID-19 pandemic hits the one-year mark, retailers can look back to find guidance on how to move forward.
L Brands hikes outlook, brings back dividend; prepares for business separation

L Brands Inc. sees brighter days ahead.
Gartner: Gen Z will drive evolution of smart supply chain

The supply chain will become increasingly automated as the youngest members of the workforce gain prominence, according to Gartner.
Survey: Online returns performance misses the mark

A solid majority of consumers are less than satisfied with retailer efforts at managing the e-commerce returns process.
Pandemic dents seasonal Q4 sales at Party City

Party City Holdco Inc. reported a fourth-quarter adjusted profit and revenue that missed expectations, as the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted consumer spending for seasonal celebrations.