The future of in-store shopping is immersive and aspirationalThe U.S. retail industry is anticipating a strong 2021, and the NRF predicts sales growth of 6.5%-8.2% this year – the fastest since 2004. New app disrupts laundromat model with independent contractorsThe Happy Hamper app provides on-demand “home-to-home” laundry services. IoT powers up retail energy savings and cost reductions A few years ago, a national retailer discovered they could save more than $2.5 million annually by making some simple operational changes. Exclusive Q&A: Grocery retailers must adapt to shifting landscape COVID-19, as well as supply chain disruption and sustainability concerns, are requiring grocery retailers to leverage innovative solutions and strategies. Leading-edge technologies bring the mall into the future Malls are stepping up their competition with multi-use outdoor centers by leveraging some very modern technology solutions. Specialty car electronics retailer amplifies leads, sales via chat Car Toys is accelerating its revenue growth with a boost from the Podium mobile communication/payment platform. Giant Food accepts online federal benefit payments A regional grocer is now accepting federal EBT SNAP payments for eligible items for online in-store pickup and curbside pickup orders. Klarna gives select small retailers a big break A global retail bank, payments and shopping service is suspending payment fees and providing free marketing to assist small-to-mid-sized businesses. Rebag offers instant gratification for resale A digitally native handbag reseller is enabling customers to buy and sell items in a single, combined transaction. Etsy, Walmart top list of 2021’s fastest-growing e-commerce retailers The top 15 U.S. retailers by e-commerce sales will account for 72.3% of total e-commerce sales in the United States this year. First Previous 638 639 640 641 642 Next Last
