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“Making AI Really Work for Retail” by Lisa Avvocato via Total Retail

by admin | Apr 26, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence / CHAT GPT, Brick & Mortar, Data Driven Performance, E-Commerce, Retail Technologies

Credit: Getty Images by Krongkaew Like every industry, retail is experiencing an artificial intelligence boom — and like other industries that operate with such small profit margins, any competitive edge is not only welcome but necessary to survive. AI offers benefits...

“Foot Locker unveils new store concept in ‘critical year’” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

by admin | Apr 24, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Footwear, Merchandising, News, Retail Strategy

Foot Locker’s first store of the future in Wayne, New Jersey. The company will soon open other locations in Paris, Melbourne, Australia, and Delhi, India. Courtesy of Foot Locker, Inc. Chief Commercial Officer Frank Bracken told Retail Dive the new concept fixes some...

“Bringing Joy to Retail: The Art of Human Connection in Stores” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

by admin | Apr 20, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Customer Experience, Customer Service, HR, News, Resources, Retail Strategy, Staffing

The art of selling is deeply intertwined with the art of human connection. As a retail speaker and trainer with over 30 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how the most memorable shopping experiences are those that spark a sense of joy and connection...

“Monthly retail sales from the US Commerce Department – Retail sales in March soar more than 5% beating inflation” by Daphne Howland and Caroline Jensen via Retail Dive

by admin | Apr 18, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, News, Predictions, Retail Economy

Photo Illustration: Shaun Lucas/Industry Dive; Getty Images The department’s Census Bureau tracks estimates each month. Retail Dive provides the numbers for key segments, and their year-over-year progress, or decline. Editor’s Note: Comparisons for individual segments...

“7 Key Habits of High-Performing Retailers That Don’t Include AI” by Tom Gleeson via Total Retail

by admin | Apr 12, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence / CHAT GPT, Brick & Mortar, HR, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

Credit: Getty Images by Hinterhaus Productions I know you’re probably wondering if this article will be a blast on artificial intelligence based on the headline. You’ve come to the wrong place if you’re looking for that. As you’ve probably witnessed, it seems...

“Nike Embraces Wholesale Again as It Looks to Improve Results”

by admin | Mar 23, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Footwear, News, Retail Economy, Shoe Market

The Nike Air Max Dn, which launches March 26 in 4,000 doors. Photo courtesy of Nike Inc. Nike executives detail how the company plans to return to bigger growth. Plus, why Converse’s sales dropped double digits. This article is available to Shop Eat Surf Executive...