Net-a-Porter wants to sell luxury goods on Whatsapp. Net-a-Porter’s Whatsapp personal stylists chat one-on-one with top customers, referred to by the company as “Extremely Important People.” This strategy falls in …
The first deal was with Powered Analytics, which specializes in machine learning using open-source tools and technologies; Kvantum works with applied mathematics; Akuda Labs was brought on board for its …
The kiosk asks searching questions to help customers decide which toy suits their needs. Wal-Mart CFO Brett Briggs, who announced the pilot at the Raymond James Investor Conference on Wednesday, …
MasterCard said its new partnership with software company Oracle will focus on three needs for restaurants, hotels and retail stores: The in-store experience for consumers, merchant operational efficiencies and what …
Alibaba group has played a crucial role in shaking up the traditional retail sector, but now, the e-commerce giant is bucking the trend by buying up brick-and-mortar stores. With what …
It all started with a tap on the shoulder: “Hey, we’re going to do an innovation lab and you’re going to do it.” That’s how Scott Emmons describes how he got …
Jet.com has started offering Wal-Mart’s in-house brands including Great Value, Equate and Sam’s Choice now that the companies’ online order-fulfillment centers have been linked up, a spokesman confirmed Tuesday. The …
In fact, the 87-year-old convenience store brand only embarked on its first “digital journey” three years ago, and named a chief digital officer just three months ago. “7-Eleven is new to …
As Amazon pushes further into physical retail, it’s seeking a foothold in the Bay Area, a region where its futuristic bookstores and grocery marts have yet to find ground. With …
Nike says its Equality initiative, timed with February’s Black History Month as well as recent Nike partnerships with two community-driven organizations, is designed to encourage people “to take the respect …