Today on Total Retail
January 13, 2025 at 12:43 pm
Over the past five years, the retail industry has undergone a significant digital transformation, fueled by the rise of online shopping. While this shift has driven progress, retailers still face challenges, such as inflation, labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. To address these hurdles, the industry is turning to advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence…
January 13, 2025 at 12:23 pm
In today’s fast-paced retail landscape, delivering exceptional customer experiences is more critical than ever. As consumers demand faster service, greater convenience and personalized interactions, businesses are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered app integrations to meet these heightened expectations and provide smooth, seamless shopping experiences. This trend reflects a growing acknowledgment of AI's capacity to…
January 13, 2025 at 11:56 am
January is a crucial time for retailers as crowds flock to stores for discounts, demanding not just attractive deals but the shopping experience to match. In this busy period, mobile connectivity becomes the linchpin for both customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The days when a good deal alone could satisfy customers are long gone. Today’s…
January 8, 2025 at 3:37 pm
Jeans brand True Religion has been acquired by private equity firm ACON Investments and retail investment firm SB360 Capital Partners, according to a press release sent by ACON Tuesday. The terms of the deal weren't disclosed. The investment fund SB360 Capital Partners is chaired by Jay Schottenstein, American Eagle's CEO. True Religion's CEO Michael Buckley…
January 8, 2025 at 12:18 pm
Today's retail landscape is no walk in the park. Communication has evolved unimaginably: endless forums and review sites sharing consumer opinions, expectations for highly personalized experiences, and digital giants like Google and Amazon.com, which have conditioned consumers to expect instant access and gratification. It's more demanding and competitive than ever, and meeting these expectations pushes…
January 8, 2025 at 11:48 am
The next big marketing communication channel is here — rich communications services (RCS). This messaging protocol has the potential to replace the SMS (short message service) format marketers have grown to know and love. Though many Android users already had access, Apple accelerated the transition by introducing RCS messaging support in its latest iOS update,…
January 8, 2025 at 11:19 am
It’s almost that time of year again ... NRF, one of the biggest retail shows, is back for 2025. Retail’s Big Show invites more than 6,200 brands from around the world to the Big Apple to unveil the latest trends and insights the retail sector can expect throughout the year. NRF 2025 is expected to…
January 8, 2025 at 8:52 am
One effect of the global pandemic was the elevation of supply chain management from a back-office business function to a C-level strategic priority. As we begin 2025, all indicators suggest that for most industries, including retail, optimizing the supply chain to meet the needs of a post-pandemic world is more than ever a priority. To…
January 8, 2025 at 10:10 am
Despite the rise of e-commerce, in-store shopping remains a vital part of the retail landscape. An analysis of omnichannel shoppers at Kroger stores shows this cohort still makes 83 percent of their visits in-store. Additionally, approximately 75 percent of omnichannel shoppers claim that they prefer to head to a store to purchase fresh produce, bakery…
January 7, 2025 at 5:57 pm
Big Lots has concluded its sale agreement with investment firm Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, securing the brand's future and several jobs, reports Yahoo Finance. The two parties entered into agreement for the deal late in 2024. This strategic move allows privately owned retailer Variety Wholesalers to take over numerous store outlets, ranging from 200 to…
