A Very BOPIS HolidayThe holidays are right around the corner, and as we see the adoption of new modes of retail becoming mainstream, we also expect to see consumer fulfillment preferences evolve. Analysis: Dollar General maintains edge over rivals Against a backdrop of a more difficult demand environment and the challenge of cost increases, including tariffs, it would have been reasonable for Dollar General’s results to have softened. Commentary: Six predictions for retail & technology in 2020 and beyond Retail technology will see innovations in areas including sustainability, mobile shopping, and automation in the coming year. Expert Opinion: Black Friday insights Two industry experts share insights as retailers head into Black Friday. No Black (Eye) Friday (or Monday) for retailers Black Friday and Cyber Monday play critical roles in the sales and viability of both online and brick-and-mortar retailers. Expert Opinions: Retail Predictions 2020 A round-up of 2020 insights by industry experts. Experiential retail gets creative – but the customer still comes first In today’s hypercompetitive market, the battle for the consumer is about giving them not just a product or a service, but an entire experience. Casting a defensive spell against Magecart attacks One of the hottest holiday trends in e-commerce is a new cybercrime technique. Commentary: Gap in very weak position, spin-off of Old Navy won’t help it There is no real surprise from Gap’s third quarter figures: Sales are poor, profit is weak although marginally better than forecast, and the outlook remains gloomy. Guest column: High-consideration purchases go online E-commerce is no longer only for routine transactions. First Previous 80 81 82 83 84 Next Last