4/9/2026 Influencer marketing is becoming big business, and retailers are using technology innovation to integrate influencers with their promotions.
4/2/2026 Despite predictions it would be a game changer, the metaverse has so far proven to be a niche retail channel.
3/26/2026 The human side of artificial intelligence was on full display at the Shoptalk 2026 conference in Las Vegas.
3/19/2026 The winter of 2025-26 was a tough one for much of the country, but it didn’t stop retailers from making customers feel seen.
3/12/2026 Whether by using artificial intelligence or applying proven merchandising strategies in other areas of the business, retailers can get “smart” about their physical retailing activities.
3/5/2026 When retailers design a connected store strategy, they should build it around mobile shoppers and associates.
2/26/2026 Sometimes a storm can confound even the best weather forecasting systems.
2/19/2026 Walgreens, Kroger and Walmart are all expanding supply chain automation efforts in 2026.
2/12/2026 The Super Bowl has become a major U.S. holiday that transcends the sport of football, and retailers are increasingly using technology to capture related spending.
2/5/2026 Amazon’s impending entry to the big-box store channel is noteworthy, but not likely to be the paradigm shift some experts are predicting.
1/29/2026 There is no longer any excuse for U.S. retailers not to have an active TikTok presence.
1/22/2026 2026 is shaping up to be another hard-to-predict year for retailers, but strategies and solutions exist to mitigate any unexpected issues.
