The Promotion Paradox: How Retailers can Rethink Holiday Sales Strategy
Every holiday season, we hear the buzz of internal celebrations, “Company XYZ Celebrates Record Black Friday!” Carts are full, conversion rates are up and execs […]
How Edible Brands Leverages Brick-and-Mortar in a Delivery-Centric Category
Edible Brands operates both corporate-owned and franchised Edible Arrangements stores, but these brick-and-mortar locations have a few key differences from other kinds of specialty retail. […]
How Payment Data is Shaping the Future of Retail
Retailers have endured something of a rollercoaster ride over the last few years, but the good news is that, even as continuing price rises eat […]
The Four Hacking Groups Retail Executives Must Know – Before the Holidays
As retailers prepare for the crucial holiday season, another kind of countdown is already underway. Cybercriminals know exactly when you can least afford disruption, and […]
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 […]