Robots: The Automated Shopping Experience

Robots: The Automated Shopping Experience

As e-commerce sweeps in, retailers resting on the physical storefront recognize that there are two important factors at play that must be addressed. As labor costs rise, they must work to keep costs down, and as consumer expectations change, they must evolve to suit...
In The Face of Stiff Competition Walmart Turns Falling Revenue Around

In The Face of Stiff Competition Walmart Turns Falling Revenue Around

Small business owners would do well to look at the methods much larger retail outlets use to turn lagging sales and profit around. Most recently, the retail giant Walmart has experienced a 9.6% sales surge and is expecting to draw over $112 billion in revenue this...
Smart Retailers are Techie Retailers

Smart Retailers are Techie Retailers

There’s no debate about the fact that retail and technology are merging. With the influx of e-commerce, apps, and social media touching all facets of life, retailers who are committed to success recognize that keeping up with technology is a necessity in this...
Pop-Up Stores Are All the Rage!

Pop-Up Stores Are All the Rage!

Pop-up stores have been around for years. You have probably seen a temporary Halloween costume store or Holiday gift stores which temporarily locate in an empty kiosk or retail location. However, recently Target has been in the news for their successful Bullseye...
The Latest Retail & Consumer Trends

The Latest Retail & Consumer Trends

Synchrony Financial is a trusted consumer financial services provider with over 80 years under their belt. They’ve just released The Synchrony Trend Spotter – The Latest in Retail and Consumer Marketing; the report outlines the things that consumers value...

3 Ways Successful Retailers Utilize Social Media

A recent study shows that nearly two-thirds of adults in the U.S. use social media. Retailers, from large multi-nationals to small regional shops, utilize sites like Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest to promote their brands. These sites not only allow retailers to...