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Bealls’ Secret to Lasting 110 Years: Nurturing Connection and Culture

In 1932, fledgling Florida department store Bealls went bankrupt and was owned by the bank for more than…

Features June 12
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5 Ways to Meet the New Rules of Branding in an AI-First Retail World

AI has already raised consumer expectations across the board. People expect hyper-personalization, and they expect things to happen…

Executive Viewpoints June 11
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Walmart Introduces Gen AI-Powered Assistant in Mobile App

Walmart has introduced Sparky, a smiley-faced generative AI-powered assistant capable of synthesizing reviews and offering mobile app users…

News June 10
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What Retailers Need to Do to Win Gen Z

Retail is undergoing a generational shift, and at the center of it is a powerful and misunderstood consumer:…

Executive Viewpoints June 10
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5 Summer Hiring Challenges AI is Solving in Retail

Summer is peak season for many retailers, and hiring seasonal workers to meet that demand is critical. But…

Executive Viewpoints June 9
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Agentic AI is No Longer Speculative

Just six months ago, the idea of a business seriously incorporating Agentic AI into its operations would likely…

Executive Viewpoints June 3
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Warby Parker Inks Smart Glasses Deal with Google, Debuts New AI Tool for Online Shoppers

DTC brand Warby Parker has made two big moves in a bid to continue disrupting the eyewear market.…

News May 29
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Where Amazon and Walmart Are Looking Next: Even Faster Delivery, Healthcare and AI, Of Course

Earlier this week we dissected the similarities and differences between Amazon’s “Why” approach to innovation and Walmart’s “And”…

Features May 29
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Make Customer Data Work for You – the Right Way

Every retailer knows the power of a great customer experience. From getting a gift card offer when you’re…

Executive Viewpoints May 29
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