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“AI in the Aisles: 3 Easy Ways Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Can Increase Profitability Now” by via Total Retail

“AI in the Aisles: 3 Easy Ways Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Can Increase Profitability Now” by via Total Retail

by | Jul 9, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence / CHAT GPT, Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Industry, News, Retail Technologies

Credit: Getty Images by bluecinema Consumers accustomed to the autonomy of online shopping are often disappointed when they walk into physical stores, only to find that a retailer hasn’t updated its store experience to match new digital-inspired shopping habits....
“Summer Action Steps That Prep Retailers for a Holiday Blizzard of Sales” by Bob Phibbs via the Retail Doctor Blog

“Summer Action Steps That Prep Retailers for a Holiday Blizzard of Sales” by Bob Phibbs via the Retail Doctor Blog

by | Jul 3, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Holiday, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Resources, Retail Strategy, Sales Training, Story Telling

Christmas in July. We’ve all heard the phrase as a marketing slogan, but Planning Ahead for Successful Holidays is a better concept. By strategizing early, you can ensure your store is prepared to meet customer demands, optimize inventory, and create memorable...
“Foot Locker’s new loyalty program lets shoppers redeem points for cash, sneaker access” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

“Foot Locker’s new loyalty program lets shoppers redeem points for cash, sneaker access” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

by | Jun 21, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, Customer Loyalty, Footwear, News, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Shoe Market

The Sneaker Hub in Foot Locker’s new store concept is a space where shoppers can customize the laces of their new shoes, pick up online orders or sign up for the loyalty program. Courtesy of Foot Locker, Inc. A new mobile app will join the refreshed FLX Rewards...
“Integrating Offers: How Omnichannel Coupons Can Transform Your Retail Strategy” by Jimmy Doheny via Total Retail

“Integrating Offers: How Omnichannel Coupons Can Transform Your Retail Strategy” by Jimmy Doheny via Total Retail

by | Jun 19, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence / CHAT GPT, Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Merchandising, Omnichannel, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

Credit: Getty Images by sdominick The fusion of digital and physical shopping experiences is a strategic imperative in today’s retail environment. Omnichannel coupon experiences embody this fusion, allowing retailers to seamlessly connect with customers across...
“Hubi’s Surf Atlas and Wiilder Adventures & Animals A-Z Book Review” plus OR Summer giveaway by Doug Works (BRA Executive Director)

“Hubi’s Surf Atlas and Wiilder Adventures & Animals A-Z Book Review” plus OR Summer giveaway by Doug Works (BRA Executive Director)

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Book Review, News, Opinion, Product Reviews, Surf, Trade Shows

Last Summer, I started noticing a few Instagram posts from a number of our Retail Members including BRA Distinguished Retail Member Hansen Surf Shop in Encinitas and a number of outdoor adventure shop members about this interesting surf adventure book for kids called...