TECHNOLOGY

Home improvement giant adding iconic brand
Lowe's Cos. is adding a new brand to its tool box.
E-commerce giant builds Singles Day excitement early
To make the most of the world’s biggest shopping holiday, Alibaba Group is getting a jump on marketing efforts and preparations.

America’s largest mall steps up mobile navigation

The Mall of America’s newest mobile upgrade will make it even easier for customers to plan their visit — and reach their destination.
Discounter throws hat into augmented reality furniture ring

Target is the latest retailer to launch an augmented reality service for home décor.
X/SPECS puts spotlight on physical stores

Physical retail took center stage at Chain Store Age's X/SPECS 2017 executive conference, which put a spotlight on the evolution of brick-and-mortar stores from a design, build and facilities perspective.
Deloitte: Online sales poised to cross key marker

For the first time ever, online orders are estimated to outshine in-store spending this holiday season.
Target looks to pack big holiday punch by keeping it simpler

Target Corp. is looking to take on rivals Walmart and Amazon this holiday season with a simplified strategy that emphasizes private brands, in-store fun and shopping convenience over a plethora of confusing promotions.
Nordstrom in new clothing donation initiative

Nordstrom wants to help keep old clothing out of the nation's landfills.
Study: Abandoned carts are a $60 million marketing opportunity

By tightening their email marketing strategies, retailers can turn around cart abandonment — and recover lost sales.
Google’s holiday tip: get to know the needs of mobile-savvy shoppers

This holiday season, mobile shoppers want help in a hurry — and retailers need to be ready to oblige if they want to win their business.