How Retail CIOs can Cut IT Costs Without Stifling Innovation
Retail CIOs are no strangers to volatility. From pandemic-induced digital acceleration to supply chain disruptions and shifting consumer habits, the last few years have reshaped […]
Rent-to-Own Retailer Aaron’s Data Centralization Cuts Customer Acquisition Costs 33%
The rent-to-own retail sector puts a new spin on the classic “need vs. want” consumer equation. It’s designed for consumers who don’t have the financial […]
Inventory Management: Today’s Most Critical Discipline in the Retail Industry
This spring, American Eagle Outfitters announced a $75 million inventory write-down and withdrew its fiscal guidance for 2025, citing macroeconomic uncertainty and operational challenges. The […]
Get Ahead of the Cart: Marketing Strategies for Peak Shopping Events
The modern retail calendar is packed with mega-events like Prime Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and others that can make or break a brand’s quarterly […]
5 Critical Accessibility Issues Retailers Must Address Before the Holiday Shopping Season
The holiday shopping season has always been retail’s high-stakes sprint. Six to eight weeks of peak traffic can account for nearly 20% of annual sales, […]
Navigating a Volatile Market: Why Retailers Need a New Pricing Playbook
Economic headwinds, geopolitical tensions and budget-conscious consumers are creating a perfect storm of uncertainty for retailers. In this high-stakes environment, a retailer’s traditional playbook for […]
Meta Debuts Customizable AI Agent to Help Brands Close the Sale
In its ongoing effort to leverage AI to drive ad performance across Facebook, Instagram and its messaging platforms, Meta has unveiled a number of new […]
How to Win Loyalty When Everyone’s On Sale
[00:01:39] Phillip: Hello, [00:01:30] and welcome to Future Commerce, the podcast at the intersection of culture and commerce. I’m Phillip, and today we are diving […]
Meta Debuts Customizable AI Agent to Help Brands Close the Sale
In its ongoing effort to leverage AI to drive ad performance across Facebook, Instagram and its messaging platforms, Meta has unveiled a number of new […]
What Retailers Must Implement After the ‘Scattered Spider’ Attacks: 4 Critical Lessons for CISOs
Ransomware and extortion attacks against global retailers are escalating at an alarming pace. According to CISA, as of May 2025, the FBI was aware of approximately […]